#20250025109, Nicole Oliver, Listing Office: Select Real Estate Professionals
551 Algonquin St Detroit, MI 48215
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About 551 Algonquin St
This craftsman-style home presents a great fixer-upper opportunity in Jefferson Chalmers with value adds like the two adjacent side lots, which are perfect for an urban garden or new structure. Currently set up for single-floor living with two bedrooms and one bath all on the main level, the home also offers a partially framed walk-up attic ready to be converted into additional bedrooms or living space, adding value and square footage. Hardwood floors throughout, a fantastic brick fireplace, and a charming kitchen with a ceramic farmhouse-style sink and ample space for cooking. Updates include; Sewer line completely replaced in 2019, roof 2018 and new HVAC in 2021. Only five minutes to Alfred Brush Ford Park, which is undergoing a $9M development, including new Community Center, walking paths, tennis and pickle ball courts, basketball courts, playgrounds, beach, arboretum and more. Plus new developments underway at the Jefferson Chalmers Historic Business District. Five short minutes to Coriander Kitchen and Farm, Yellow Light Coffee & Donuts, and the Eastside Canine to Five.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: One Car Garage, Detached
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- List Price: $99,000
- Price/SqFt: $103
- Annual Tax Amount: $618
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Map it
- Year Built: 1917
- Living Area: 960 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
- MLS Number: 20250033090
- MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
- Office Name: OConnor Realty Detroit, LLC
- Office Phone: (313) 963-9891
- Listing Agent: Daniel Ericksen
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $10,200 | $618 |
2023 | $7,505 | $618 |
2022 | $7,400 | $329 |
2021 | $5,355 | $329 |
2020 | $6,000 | $594 |
2018 | $4,100 | $594 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
George Defer Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•15425 Kercheval Ave
1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
3.5 mi
•9740 McKinney St
1
Wayne Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.6 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 $20,991. Typical income of Detroit, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 551 Algonquin St
The listing price of 551 Algonquin St property is $99,000.
The property 551 Algonquin St is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48215.
Active Listing: 551 Algonquin St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 551 Algonquin St are: George Defer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Wayne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Carstens Elementary-Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Detroit Merit Charter Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Detroit Enterprise Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Davis Aerospace Technical High School at Golightly (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pathways Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Southeastern High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $618 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 551 Algonquin St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 551 Algonquin St is 960 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 551 Algonquin St is 1917.
This home is located at 551 Algonquin St in Detroit, MI and zip code 48215 in the Lower East neighborhood. This 960 square foot home, which was built in 1917, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $99,000.
In April 2025 more than 93 listings in Detroit, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 85 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 216 were sold below. In April 2025 in Detroit, MI there were 13.4% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $90,000 and the average listing age was 47 days.