#20250024836, Jay Taylor, Melissa Taylor, Listing Office: Good Company
1553 Merrick St Detroit, MI 48208
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About 1553 Merrick St
Wonderful Woodbridge! Vintage historic house on the corner. Featuring hardwood floors and vintage trim throughout. Three bedrooms. Walk-up attic for potential expansion options. Basement with washer and dryer. The Woodbridge neighborhood is known for its close community environment and is located just west of Midtown and Wayne State University. This charming home is not to be missed.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Architectural Style: Historic
- Heating: Forced Air
- List Price: $329,000
- Price/SqFt: $212
- Annual Tax Amount: $430
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
- Directions: Located in the first block west of Trumbull, between Commonwealth and Trumbull, and two blocks north of Warren.
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,550 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
- MLS Number: 25005914
- Office Name: Renaissance Investment Co. Inc
- Office Phone: (313) 832-2286
- Listing Agent: Margaret Palmer
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $108,200 | $430 |
2023 | $91,900 | $430 |
2022 | $54,000 | $430 |
2021 | $17,400 | $430 |
2020 | $16,200 | $418 |
2018 | $9,400 | $418 |
2017 | $7,800 | $417 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
0.6 mi
•957 Holden St
2
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
0.9 mi
•435 Amsterdam St
2
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
2.4 mi
•10225 3rd St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $37,530. Typical income of Detroit, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1553 Merrick St
The listing price of 1553 Merrick St property is $329,000.
The property 1553 Merrick St is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48208.
Active Listing: 1553 Merrick St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1553 Merrick St are: University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), George Crockett Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Edmonson Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Burton International Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), University Preparatory Academy Psad High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Legacy Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $430 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1553 Merrick St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1553 Merrick St is 1,550 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1553 Merrick St is 1900.
This home is located at 1553 Merrick St in Detroit, MI and zip code 48208 in the Jeffries neighborhood. This 1,550 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $329,000.
In April 2025 more than 93 listings in Detroit, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 85 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 216 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Detroit, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.4%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $90,000.