$250,000

231 E Saratoga St Ferndale, MI 48220

$2,969
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,018 sqft
0.08 acres
$246 / sqft
House

Property details

About 231 E Saratoga St

Charming colonial in the heart of downtown Ferndale with a fantastic blend of character and modern updates! Step into the enclosed front porch before entering the bright, open living and dining area with stylish flooring and great natural light. The lovely kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to the back deck. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms share a beautifully updated bath with a subway tile shower. The basement provides extra storage, a laundry area, and a convenient half bath. Outside, the big private backyard boasts garden beds, a storage shed, and a great deck for entertaining. Just steps from Woodward Ave. and all the amazing shops, restaurants, and nightlife that downtown Ferndale has to offer. Welcome Home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,018 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1924
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #20250017204

Summary

  • MLS Number: 20250017204
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: Good Company
  • Office Phone: (248) 733-5811
  • Listing Agent: Jim Shaffer

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$250,000

231 E Saratoga St

$2,969

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$86,270$3,910
2023$83,070$3,823
2022$76,450$3,799
2021$69,510$3,823
2020$66,320$3,569
2018$50,640$1,606
2017$49,230$1,586

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Pasteur Elementary School

Public District PK-6

1.6 mi

19811 Stoepel St

3

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

Public Magnet 3-5

1.7 mi

24220 Rosewood St

6

Oakland Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

2415 Brockton Ave

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 $48,066. Residents of Ferndale, MI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

37%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

71%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
41%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • IKEAIKEA
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 231 E Saratoga St

This home is located at 231 E Saratoga St in Ferndale, MI and zip code 48220. This 1,018 square foot home, which was built in 1924, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $250,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Ferndale, MI there were more than 7 sold above asking price, over 9 sold below and more than 5 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Ferndale, MI increased by 14% between February and March 2025. Listings spent 37 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $256,500 during the same period.

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

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