$174,999

5939 Stanton St Detroit, MI 48208

$2,078
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,819 sqft
0.1 acres
$96 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5939 Stanton St

Charming Two-Story Home with Great Potential – Priced to Sell! Welcome to 5939 Stanton, a spacious two-story home nestled in the up-and-coming neighborhood of Detroit, MI 48208. This unique property offers incredible potential for the savvy buyer, with homes in the area recently selling for much more! The first floor features a large master bedroom complete with an ensuite full bathroom, plus two cozy dens perfect for office space, reading rooms, or guest quarters. The kitchen, dining room, and living room provide a functional layout with great flow for entertaining and everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, another full bathroom, and a second kitchen and dining room, offering great flexibility for multi-generational living, rental income, or a creative redesign. The property also boasts a full attic and full basement, adding even more space and storage potential. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell or create your forever home, the bones are here — it just needs your vision. This home needs work, which is why it’s priced to sell — don't miss your opportunity to own a piece of Detroit at a great value!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,819 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1908
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #20250025945

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: No Garage
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $174,999
  • Price/SqFt: $96
  • Annual Tax Amount: $439
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: I-94 W & Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48208 1. Head north on Grand River Ave toward W Edsel Ford Fwy 0.3 mi 2. Turn right onto McGraw St 0.4 mi 3. Turn right onto Stanton St 177 ft 4. Arrive at Stanton St on the right
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Living Area: 1,819 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20250025945
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: Community Choice Realty Inc
  • Office Phone: (248) 729-0011
  • Listing Agent: Joy Williams

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$17,900$439
2023$14,200$439
2022$11,400$648
2021$9,400$648
2020$8,200$426
2018$6,500$426
2017$6,500$425

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

1.0 mi

957 Holden St

2

University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

1.3 mi

435 Amsterdam St

2

University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

2.1 mi

10225 3rd 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 $14,122. Typical income of Detroit, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

73%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
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?

77%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
4%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • 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 5939 Stanton St

The listing price of 5939 Stanton St property is $174,999.

The property 5939 Stanton St is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48208.

Active Listing: 5939 Stanton St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5939 Stanton St are: University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), George Crockett Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Thirkell Elementary-Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Edmonson Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Northwestern High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Side Academy of Information Technology and Cyber Securi (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $439 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 5939 Stanton St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 5939 Stanton St is 1,819 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5939 Stanton St is 1908.

This home is located at 5939 Stanton St in Detroit, MI and zip code 48208 in the Rosa Parks neighborhood. This 1,819 square foot home, which was built in 1908, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $174,999.

Over 93 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Detroit, MI. In the same period over 216 listings were sold below the listed price and 85 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March and April 2025, Detroit, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.4%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $90,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 47 days.

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

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