#20251018637, Marta Kopania, Listing office: Downtown Realty
20115 Santa Barbara Dr Detroit, MI 48221
Property details
About 20115 Santa Barbara Dr
Investor’s Opportunity – Value-Add Bungalow in Detroit's Garden Homes Neighborhood. Unlock the potential of this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom bungalow located in the emerging Garden Homes neighborhood, just south of 8 Mile Rd. With 1,040 square feet of above-grade living space and an additional 400-square-foot partially finished basement, this property is ideal for value-add investors, first-time buyers, or savvy house hackers looking to customize or rent. Built in 1950, the home sits on a deep 50’ x 194’ lot offering a fully fenced backyard—perfect for family gatherings, pet lovers, or future landscaping improvements. The flexible basement layout can easily be converted into a home office, entertainment space, or potential income suite. Solid construction with great bones. Quiet residential block in a well-established neighborhood. Minutes from schools, shopping, and public transit. Opportunity to increase ARV with cosmetic updates. Close to the University District, Livernois commercial corridor, and Palmer Park. Whether you're looking to flip, hold, and rent, or add long-term value through renovation, 20115 Santa Barbara Dr presents a rare chance to acquire a well-located Detroit asset with room for upside. Schedule your showing today and envision the possibilities!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: No Garage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- List Price: $113,000
- Price/SqFt: $78
- Annual Tax Amount: $924
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: South of 8 Mile and West of Livernois
- Year Built: 1955
- Living Area: 1,435 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
- MLS Number: 20250025063
- MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
- Office Name: Johnson Realty Group, LLC
- Office Phone: (313) 874-0400
- Listing Agent: Marc P Johnson
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 17, 2022 | Home Sold | $65,000 |
Mar 16, 2004 | Home Sold | $83,000 |
Mar 16, 2004 | Home Sold | $83,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $30,100 | $924 |
2023 | $23,400 | $924 |
2022 | $19,800 | $1,350 |
2021 | $15,400 | $1,350 |
2020 | $15,100 | $881 |
2018 | $10,900 | $881 |
2017 | $10,500 | $877 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Pasteur Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.4 mi
•19811 Stoepel St
3
Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology
Public District PK-6
1.1 mi
•8100 Curtis St
1
Key Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.0 mi
•23400 Jerome 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 $40,089. The most common annual income of people living in Detroit, MI is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 20115 Santa Barbara Dr
The listing price of 20115 Santa Barbara Dr property is $113,000.
The property 20115 Santa Barbara Dr is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48221.
Active Listing: 20115 Santa Barbara Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 20115 Santa Barbara Dr are: Pasteur Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Key Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Bates Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ferndale Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Macdowell Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Ferndale High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tri County Educational Center (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Mumford High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $924 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 17, 2022 for $65,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 20115 Santa Barbara Dr has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 20115 Santa Barbara Dr is 1,435 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 20115 Santa Barbara Dr is 1955.
This home is located at 20115 Santa Barbara Dr in Detroit, MI and zip code 48221 in the North neighborhood. This 1,435 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $113,000.
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. Between May and June 2025, Detroit, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.7%. 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.