$85,000

5550 Alter Rd Detroit, MI 48224

$1,009
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
0.1 acres
House

Property details

About 5550 Alter Rd

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY: Vacant brick home in attractive neighborhood. Home requires minor turn.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1951
MLS #81025005040

Summary

  • MLS Number: 81025005040
  • MLS Name: Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS
  • Office Name: Kristian Freiwald
  • Office Phone: (313) 626-5996
  • Listing Agent: Kristian Freiwald

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$85,000

5550 Alter Rd

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 14, 2023
Home Sold
$99,000
Jun 08, 2022
Home Sold
$45,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$24,000$897
2023$18,900$897
2022$19,200$1,301
2021$15,400$1,301
2020$14,200$852
2018$11,400$852
2017$10,500$850

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

1.0 mi

9740 McKinney St

1

Wayne Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

10633 Courville St

6

George Defer Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

15425 Kercheval 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 $19,038. Residents of Detroit, MI typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

81%
<35k
19%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

55%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 5550 Alter Rd

This home is located at 5550 Alter Rd in Detroit, MI and zip code 48224 in the Lower East neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $85,000.

In February 2025 more than 68 listings in Detroit, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 60 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 203 were sold below. The number of listings in Detroit, MI increased by 7% between January and February 2025. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $88,760, while the average time on the real estate market was 59 days.

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

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