$2,078 Closing Credit¹
#20240056526, Marvis Burns, Listing Office: Metropolitan Gems
$174,000 List price
5581 Kensington Ave Detroit, MI 48224
$2,066
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,506 sqft
0.1 acres
$116 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5581 Kensington Ave
Welcome! Updated Brick Colonial on a charming tree lined street nestled in beautiful East English Village. Just a stones throw away from Grosse Pointe park and a short drive to Downtown Detroit. Where classic old meets new! Freshly painted throughout, original hardwood floors in Great shape! New Kitchen, formal Dinning room just in time for the holidays! Large Yard with 2 car detached garage. With all the new developments happening in the city, come be a part of love that is Detroit. Great street, friendly neighbors. Come take a peek for yourself and set up a showing today! Do Not walk property without an Realtor. Home is monitored & security!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
(Pending)
Size1,506 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1929
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Detached
MLS #20240086083
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
Summary
- MLS Number: 20240086083
- MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty-Great Lakes
- Office Phone: (586) 541-4000
- Listing Agent: Kristina Soper
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2017 | Home Sold | $40,000 |
| Sep 04, 2014 | Home Sold | $58,834 |
| Nov 05, 2008 | Home Sold | $13,900 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $60,500 | $1,541 |
| 2023 | $48,100 | $1,541 |
| 2022 | $36,700 | $2,243 |
| 2021 | $22,600 | $2,243 |
| 2020 | $21,700 | $1,459 |
| 2018 | $14,100 | $1,459 |
| 2017 | $12,600 | $1,345 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
0.6 mi
•9740 McKinney St
1
Wayne Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•10633 Courville St
1
Carleton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•11724 Casino 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 $50,240. The majority of Detroit, MI residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
18%
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
12%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
41%
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 5581 Kensington Ave
This home is located at 5581 Kensington Ave in Detroit, MI and zip code 48224 in the Lower East neighborhood. This 1,506 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $174,000.
Over 68 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in Detroit, MI. In the same period over 203 listings were sold below the listed price and 60 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Detroit, MI increased by 7% between January and February 2025. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 59 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $88,760.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.