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$700,000

1801 Church St Detroit, MI 48216

4 beds
2 full
3,600 sqft
0.10 acres
$194 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1801 Church St

Dine in the same room where Detroit Tigers icon Ty Cobb was a dinner guest. Welcome to 1801 Church Street, a Victorian gem designed & built by renowned architect Harry J. Rill.  In the early 1900s, this home was owned and occupied by James Burns who was the first owner of the MLB Detroit Tigers. This grand Victorian residence, one of the largest in Corktown, features 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, all adorned with beautiful original wood floors. Enjoy your mornings on the expansive wrap-around front porch, or admire the exquisite architectural details, like leaded glass windows, original brick fireplaces, and the grand staircase. Bring your guests to the sitting room and enjoy pre-dinner drinks by one of three fireplaces. If dining out is more your style, Corktown’s vibrant restaurant scene is just a short walk away on Michigan Avenue! 2nd floor hallway stairs leads to the attic which measures a whopping 37 X 15! Opportunity to create a unique, spacious recreation space or large master bedroom with awesome views of downtown Detroit Located just a couple blocks to restaurants and entertainment on Michigan Avenue and a short few minute stroll to Ford Motor Company’s Mobility Headquarters (Michigan Central); 1801 Church Street sits in the heart of Corktown. Known as the “front porch” to Downtown Detroit, Corktown is the oldest and coolest neighborhood in Detroit! Important Notes: * Parcel has recently been split into two separate parcel ID’s from original Duplex. * Lot Dimensions, Road Frontage Feet & Acres are TBD.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Size3,600 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #20251021555
FireplaceGreat Room, Other Locations, Master Bedroom

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Great Room, Other Locations, Master Bedroom
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: No Garage
  • Exterior: Chimney Caps, Lighting
  • Architectural Style: Historic, Other, Victorian
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $700,000
  • Price/SqFt: $194
  • Annual Tax Amount: $889
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: South of Michigan Avenue, just east of Rosa Parks Blvd.
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Living Area: 3,600 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20251021555
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse
  • Office Phone: (313) 658-6400
  • Listing Agent: Rick Dziobak

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$348,100$889
2023$275,300$889
2022$107,600$488
2021$50,300$488
2020$41,600$944
2018$27,000$944
2017$23,200$943

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Maybury Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

4410 Porter St

8

Chrysler Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.9 mi

1445 E Lafayette St

1

University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

2.3 mi

957 Holden 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 $34,688. Most Detroit, MI residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

51%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
12%
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?

75%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • IKEAIKEA
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • LexusLexus
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1801 Church St

The listing price of 1801 Church St property is $700,000.

The property 1801 Church St is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48216.

Active Listing: 1801 Church St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1801 Church St are: Maybury Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Chrysler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Escuela Avancemos (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Burton International Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Edmonson Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Detroit Public Safety Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cass Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Covenant House Academy Detroit Southwest Site (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $889 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1801 Church St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 1801 Church St is 3,600 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1801 Church St is 1880.

This home is located at 1801 Church St in Detroit, MI and zip code 48216 in the Corktown District neighborhood. This 3,600 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $700,000.

Over 79 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Detroit, MI. In the same period over 144 listings were sold below the listed price and 74 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Detroit, MI there were 16.7% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $92,746, while the average time on the real estate market was 45 days.

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

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