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$3,858 Closing Credit¹
#20251005353, Ricky Hobbs, Listing office: House Of May
$324,900 List price
5500 Harvard Rd Detroit, MI 48224
$3,858
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 2 partial
3,059 sqft
0.1 acres
$106 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5500 Harvard Rd
Discover timeless charm infused with contemporary comfort in this beautiful East English Village colonial, perfectly positioned on a manicured corner lot across from the new EEV Prep Academy. Featuring spacious interiors and a thoughtful blend of traditional details and modern updates, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence is designed for gracious living, remote work, and effortless entertaining. Interior Highlights: • Formal Living Room with Natural Fireplace • Elegant Dining Room • Updated Kitchen with Modern Fixtures & Breakfast Nook • Private Den/Library with Custom Built-ins • Year-Round Florida Room with Abundant Natural Light • Torched Hardwood Floors Throughout Main Level • Kitchen Includes Refrigerator, Stove, and Microwave • Hardwood Flooring Throughout Upper Level • Spacious Primary Suite with Dual Closets & En Suite Bath • Fully Finished Basement with Wet Bar & Cedar Closet Exterior Features • Privacy Fence for Security and Curb Appeal • In-Ground Sprinkler System • 2-Car Detached Garage • Top rated Vivint Home Security System with Interior and Exterior Surveillance Cameras Location Benefits: • Close Proximity to Parks, Shops, Dining, and Major Thoroughfares
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
Size3,059 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1938
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Detached
MLS #20251009362
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- List Price: $324,900
- Price/SqFt: $106
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,351
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: S on Cadieux and W on Chandler Park Dr
- Year Built: 1938
- Living Area: 3,059 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
- MLS Number: 20251009362
- MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
- Office Name: Black Diamond Realty
- Office Phone: (313) 612-3277
- Listing Agent: Jenina Brown
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2013 | Home Sold | $70,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $107,200 | $2,351 |
| 2023 | $85,300 | $2,351 |
| 2022 | $69,900 | $2,351 |
| 2021 | $42,800 | $2,351 |
| 2020 | $41,000 | $2,217 |
| 2018 | $25,100 | $2,217 |
| 2017 | $22,400 | $2,205 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
0.8 mi
•9740 McKinney St
1
Wayne Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•10633 Courville St
1
Distinctive College Preparatory
Public Charter KG-6
1.4 mi
•19360 Harper Ave
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 $53,472. The most common annual income of people living in Detroit, MI is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
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 5500 Harvard Rd
The listing price of 5500 Harvard Rd property is $324,900.
The property 5500 Harvard Rd is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48224.
Accepting Backup Offers: 5500 Harvard Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 5500 Harvard Rd are: Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Wayne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Distinctive College Preparatory (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ronald Brown Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Marquette Elementary-Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Denby High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Capstone Academy Charter Schoolmayfield (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,351 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 30, 2013 for $70,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 5500 Harvard Rd has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 5500 Harvard Rd is 3,059 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5500 Harvard Rd is 1938.
This home is located at 5500 Harvard Rd in Detroit, MI and zip code 48224 in the Lower East neighborhood. This 3,059 square foot home, which was built in 1938, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $324,900.
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. The inventory of homes for sale in Detroit, MI between April and May 2025 increased by 12.1%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $90,022, while the average time on the real estate market was 48 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.