$2,838 Closing Credit¹
#20250036137, Nicholas Sloney, Mikhail Grigoryan, Listing office: Detroit Progress Realty LLC
$260,000 List price
4489 Kensington Ave Detroit, MI 48224
$3,088
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 2 partial
1,876 sqft
0.1 acres
$139 / sqft
House
Property details
About 4489 Kensington Ave
Highest & Best offers are due by Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 8:30 PM. Don't miss the open houses on Friday, June 6 (10 AM-6 PM) and Saturday, June 7 (11 AM-6 PM). This classic East English Village brick home boasts 1,876 sq ft, 3 large bedrooms, 1 full bath, 2 half baths, a working fireplace, and only 3 previous owners. Enjoy timeless charm, a spacious backyard, and standout curb appeal. Home is being sold As-Is. Minutes from Belle Isle, the Riverwalk, and hotspots like Sister Pie. Whether for living or investing, this home hits every mark. Tour it, love it, bring your best.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
StatusComing Soon
Size1,876 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1929
MLS #81025025158
Active DateJune 06, 2025
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
- List Price: $260,000
- Price/SqFt: $138
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,855
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Take I-94 E toward Detroit. Exit at Cadieux Rd (Exit 222B) and head south. Turn right onto E Warren Ave, then left onto Kensington Ave. Property is on the right just past Whittier St.
- Year Built: 1929
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,876 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
- MLS Number: 81025025158
- MLS Name: Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS
- Office Name: 3DX Real Estate LLC
- Office Phone: (888) 304-1447
- Listing Agent: Donte Curl
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2017 | Home Sold | $63,000 |
| Feb 03, 2015 | Home Sold | $15,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $82,500 | $1,855 |
| 2023 | $64,800 | $1,855 |
| 2022 | $47,300 | $1,014 |
| 2021 | $30,600 | $1,014 |
| 2020 | $27,100 | $1,753 |
| 2018 | $17,500 | $1,753 |
| 2017 | $14,900 | $1,547 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
1.1 mi
•9740 McKinney St
6
George Defer Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•15425 Kercheval Ave
1
Wayne Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•10633 Courville 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 $38,816. The majority of Detroit, MI residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
46%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
41%
Single, No Kids
27%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Foot Locker
Ross Dress For Less
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Little Caesars
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Dodge
Nissan
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 4489 Kensington Ave
The listing price of 4489 Kensington Ave property is $260,000.
The property 4489 Kensington Ave is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48224.
Coming Soon: 4489 Kensington Ave is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 4489 Kensington Ave are: Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), George Defer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Wayne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), J E Clark Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Ronald Brown Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Grosse Pointe South High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Denby High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,855 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 21, 2017 for $63,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 4489 Kensington Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 4489 Kensington Ave is 1,876 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4489 Kensington Ave is 1929.
This home is located at 4489 Kensington Ave in Detroit, MI and zip code 48224 in the Lower East neighborhood. This 1,876 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $260,000.
While more than 85 listings in Detroit, MI in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 74 listings sold at asking price, and more than 169 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Detroit, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 12.1%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 48 days, the median list price was $90,022.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.