$221,000

5489 Academy St Dearborn Heights, MI 48125

$2,624
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,753 sqft
0.2 acres
$126 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5489 Academy St

Welcome to your new home! This spacious 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bathroom tri-level boasts over 1500 square feet of living space on a quiet street in Dearborn Heights. The inviting front porch leads into a large living room which flows into a wide-open dining area and kitchen with all new flooring & paint (all appliances stay!). From the kitchen, you can slip out the slider onto your patio to grill and enjoy your very large, completely fenced-in backyard. Upstairs you'll find three sizeable bedrooms (the 3 dressers and nightstands can stay) with full bathroom. Downstairs, enjoy the newly-carpeted family room with fireplace that is both gas and wood-burning. There is also a lavatory and very large laundry room with easy access to the backyard. Central air for what is promising to be a hot summer. You can beat the heat with occupancy at closing! Home is in an estate, you are getting the home AS-IS. Seller will not make any repairs or updates. Buyer is to be solely responsible for any and all repairs including any determined by the city and any inspectors/appraisers.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
Size1,753 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1960
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Detached, Electricity in Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
MLS #20251004070
FireplaceBasement, Gas Fireplace, Wood Burning

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Humidifier, Microwave, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Basement, Gas Fireplace, Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Two Car Garage, Detached, Electricity in Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $221,000
  • Price/SqFt: $126
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,269
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From Telegraph, turn East on Van Born. Turn North on Academy Street, house is on the Right (East) side of Academy.
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Living Area: 1,753 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20251004070
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: 3DX Real Estate-Brighton
  • Office Phone: (888) 304-1447
  • Listing Agent: David Schoolcraft

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5489 Academy St, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125 - split level home featuring a front yard, brick siding, and covered porch

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5489 Academy St

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$87,200$3,269
2023$77,500$2,588
2022$69,400$2,588
2021$62,700$2,202
2020$58,200$2,150
2018$43,100$2,150
2017$41,400$2,122

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Pardee School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.5 mi

4650 Pardee Ave

6

Nowlin Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

23600 Penn St

1

Thorne Elementary School

Public District PK-6

1.1 mi

25251 Annapolis 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 $65,530. Typical income of Dearborn Heights, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

25%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • NissanNissan
  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 5489 Academy St

The listing price of 5489 Academy St property is $221,000.

The property 5489 Academy St is a house located in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, 48125.

Sale Pending: 5489 Academy St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 5489 Academy St are: Pardee School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Nowlin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Thorne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Oakley W Best Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Quest Charter Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), O.L. Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Annapolis High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Robichaud Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,269 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 5489 Academy St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 5489 Academy St is 1,753 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5489 Academy St is 1960.

This home is located at 5489 Academy St in Dearborn Heights, MI and zip code 48125 in the Dearborndale Gardens neighborhood. This 1,753 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $221,000.

Dearborn Heights, MI housing market in May 2025 saw over 16 listings sold above listed price, more than 8 sold at listed price and over 12 sold below. In May 2025 in Dearborn Heights, MI there were 27.4% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 13 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $220,142.

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

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