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Listed By:
The Agency Hall & Hunter - 2486443500
Address
1526 E Melton Road, Birmingham, MI
Price
$ 444,990
Property Attributes
  • ID#20261068852
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyOAKLAND
  • CityBirmingham
  • AreaBirmingham
  • NeighborhoodSHEFFIELD ESTATES 1
  • Zip48009
  • StyleBungalow
  • Year Built1951
  • Taxes$ 8222
  • Price$ 444,990
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage1546
  • Lot Size0.15 Acres
Data Source:
RealComp
Property Description

Pristine & professionally updated 3/2 Birmingham brick bungalow retaining the charm of vintage characteristics including cove ceilings, archways & original wood floors which have just been refinished. Eye-catching curb appeal, matched by tasteful design elements & a functional floorplan meeting today's more modern needs. Located in a much sought-after quiet residential neighborhood with mature trees and sidewalks, offering convenient access to the vibrancy of dining, shopping, and entertainment in downtown Birmingham, nearby Royal Oak, Berkely, Clawson, and Ferndale, and a short distance to Eton Academy. Entire home has been freshly painted, providing a neutral canvas for the Buyer's personal touches. On the first floor, living room features classic cove ceiling and archways, two bedrooms and a full bath. All-white kitchen with SS gas stove, refrigerator & contrasting black dishwasher, complemented by a custom black & white tiled backsplash, granite countertops and separate egress to patio & the privacy of a fenced backyard, hardwood flooring throughout (tile in bathroom). Upstairs: carpeted primary suite with built-in shelves, closet and striking tiled bathroom. Window blinds throughout the home. Location offers easily accessible commutes to neighboring suburbs and major expressways. This home is in move-in condition with immediate possession at closing. BATVAI

Price History
9/3/2026 Listed $464,999
9/23/2026 5$444,990

General Features

Sewer PublicSewer
Heating ForcedAir, NaturalGas
Cooling CentralAir
Possession AtClose
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, FreeStandingGasRange, FreeStandingRefrigerator, RangeHood, StainlessSteelAppliances, Washer
Garage Spaces 1.0
Patio/Porch Features Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
Architectural Style Bungalow
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Brick, VinylSiding
Pets Allowed Yes
Year Built 1951
Levels OneAndOneHalf
Property Subtype SingleFamilyResidence
County Oakland
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Attached Garage No
Subdivision Name SHEFFIELD ESTATES 1
Garage Y/N Yes
Total Rooms 5
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Lincoln East to Eton, Turn Right then Left onto E. Melton, home is on the right hand side.
City BirminghamCity_Oakland
Disclosures TaxesNotHomesteadExempt
Entry Location GroundLevelwSteps
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Birmingham
MLS Area Area02192Birmingham
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 8222.0
Home Warranty Y/N No
Lease Renewal Y/N No
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Lease Considered Y/N No
Rent Control Y/N No
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Tax Assessed Value 159580
Expected Active Date 2026-09-03
MobileHomeRemainsYN No
PostalCity Birmingham_Oakland
Legal Description T2N, R11E, SEC 31 SHEFFIELD ESTATES NO 1 SELY 1/3 OF LOTS 714, 715 & 716

Interior Features

Basement Full, InteriorEntry, PartiallyFinished
Furnished Y/N Unfurnished
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 1039.0
Laundry Features ElectricDryerHookup, WasherHookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 507.0
WaterHeaterFuel NaturalGas
LivingAreaSource PublicRecords
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type SquareFeet
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Fencing BackYard
Parking Features OneCarGarage, Detached, GarageDoorOpener
Water Source Community
Foundation Details Basement, Block
Spa No
Lot Dimensions 49X135.03
Lot Size Acres 0.15
Waterfront Y/N No
Road Frontage Type Paved
Crops Included Y/N No
Horse Y/N No
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool


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Property vs Single Family Average in 48009

Price
AVG $1.75M
$440K
Taxes
AVG $14,593
$8,222
Year Built
AVG 1977
1951
Visits
AVG 63
19
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