$1,186

closing credit¹

17157 Mendota St Detroit, MI 48221

$99,900
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,635 sqft
0.10 acres
$61 / sqft
House

Property details

About 17157 Mendota St

Nestled in Detroit's historic west side, this charming brick colonial offers the perfect blend of timeless character and investment potential. The spacious layout features a cozy living room with fireplace, an inviting dining room, and a kitchen with a charming breakfast nook ideal for casual mornings. The main floor includes a convenient half bath, while upstairs you'll find three sizable bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with walk in closet, a full bathroom with a tub and separate shower, and a private rear balcony to enjoy quiet evenings. Hardwood floors run throughout, adding warmth and durability to each room, and tiled spaces bring easy care to the kitchen and bathrooms. Outdoors, a fenced yard and small rear porch create a private escape. While this home needs a bit of TLC, its historic architecture and great bones make it a wonderful choice for an owner occupant looking for instant equity potential or as a rewarding investment opportunity. With a touch of vision, this Detroit gem could shine brighter than ever! Property is being sold AS IS.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,635 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1937
ParkingNoGarage
MLS #20240083721

Summary

  • MLS Number: 20240083721
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: Star Valley Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (313) 580-8660
  • Listing Agent: Kathlene Desmone

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 14, 2017
Home Sold
$65,000
Mar 27, 2017
Home Sold
$30,057
Apr 28, 2014
Home Sold
$20,000
Mar 21, 2014
Home Sold
$33,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$62,400$1,772
2023$49,600$1,772
2022$39,000$1,772
2021$28,900$1,772
2020$23,900$1,675
2018$16,600$1,675
2017$17,500$1,775

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Adamsyoung Building

Public Charter KG-5

0.5 mi

13130 Grove St

3

Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology

Public District PK-6

0.9 mi

8100 Curtis St

1

Coleman A. Young Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

15771 Hubbell St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $28,704. Residents of Detroit, MI typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

54%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

59%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 17157 Mendota St

This home is located at 17157 Mendota St in Detroit, MI and zip code 48221 in the Bagley neighborhood. This 1,635 square foot home, which was built in 1937, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 6, 2024 and is currently priced at $99,900.

Detroit, MI housing market in January 2025 saw over 76 listings sold above listed price, more than 63 sold at listed price and over 192 sold below. Between December and January 2025, Detroit, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.7%. In January 2025 median list price was $87,445 and the average listing age was 58 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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