$2,850,000

628 Watkins St Birmingham, MI 48009

5 beds
5 full, 2 partial
6,492 sqft
0.2 acres
$439 / sqft
House

Property details

About 628 Watkins St

Walk to Town – Better Than New! This beautifully maintained home offers timeless design, modern amenities, and an unbeatable location just a short stroll from town. With 10' ceilings on both the main level and in the finished basement, the home feels open, airy, and welcoming. An additional guest suite with kitchenette above the garage provides flexibility for guests, extended family, or rental income. A double patio door opens to the covered lanai with a built-in outdoor kitchen, ideal for entertaining or relaxing all summer long. Enjoy the professionally landscaped yard offering privacy and space, complete with a half sport court — perfect for family fun and warm-weather memories. This home truly has room for everyone and everything.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size6,492 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built2014
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Detached
MLS #20250035808
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Two Car Garage, Detached
  • Exterior: Basketball Court
  • Architectural Style: Prairie
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $2,850,000
  • Price/SqFt: $439
  • Annual Tax Amount: $38,136
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Southfield to Brown to Watkins
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Living Area: 6,492 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.24 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20250035808
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: Crain Homes
  • Office Phone: (248) 940-5510
  • Listing Agent: Ashley Crain, Jill Laskey

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 26, 2015
Home Sold
$250,000
Jul 18, 2011
Home Sold
$250,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,039,030$38,136
2023$1,154,590$36,569
2022$1,205,550$36,248
2021$1,148,490$36,569
2020$1,123,130$36,739
2018$943,670$36,457
2017$900,700$36,395

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Greenfield Elementary School

Public Magnet EE-5

1.8 mi

31200 Fairfax Ave

6

Alfred E. Upton Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.0 mi

4400 Mandalay Ave

9

Harlan Elementary School

Public Magnet EE-5

2.0 mi

3595 N Adams Rd

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 $71,951. Most Birmingham, MI residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
23%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

63%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
30%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 628 Watkins St

The listing price of 628 Watkins St property is $2,850,000.

The property 628 Watkins St is a house located in Birmingham, Michigan, 48009.

Active Listing: 628 Watkins St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 628 Watkins St are: Greenfield Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Alfred E. Upton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Harlan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Derby Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Birmingham Covington School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Berkshire Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ernest W. Seaholm High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wylie E. Groves High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), University High School Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $38,136 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 26, 2015 for $250,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 628 Watkins St has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.

The property 628 Watkins St is 6,492 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 628 Watkins St is 2014.

This home is located at 628 Watkins St in Birmingham, MI and zip code 48009. This 6,492 square foot home, which was built in 2014, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,850,000.

In April 2025 more than 9 listings in Birmingham, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 18 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Birmingham, MI increased by 25.6% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $850,000 and the average listing age was 27 days.

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

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