Built in 1908, this was the home of Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford. The Fords lived in this property from 1908 to 1915. The current owners are the 4th stewards of this special property & are true historians and archivists. Situated on a 3/4-acre lot next to Voigt Park, this landmark home offers historical charm and architecture. As you step inside the gracious vestibule with beautiful hardwood floors, double French doors welcome you to a grand dining room for entertaining. Relax in the beautiful living room with a fireplace and enjoy the private library with built-in glass bookcases. A cozy screen porch overlooks the terrace. The kitchen has the original scullery & butler's pantry. A spectacular staircase leads you to spacious bedrooms, original bathrooms with Pewabic tile, a sleeping porch, a linen room, & large servant's quarters. Enjoy elaborate gardens & private yard. The carriage house features additional living & guest space & garages. The basement has laundry, 2nd kitchen, recreation rooms & storage.
Sold for $850,000
$850,000
140 Edison St, Detroit, MI 48202
4beds
8,863sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
0.77 Acres Lot
$952,900 Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$2,973 Estimated rent
Home value
$952,900
$839,000 - $1.09M
$2,973/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 12, 2024 at 01:42am
Listed by:
Frank Flynn 248-835-4150,
The Agency Hall & Hunter,
Julie Flynn 248-835-4222,
The Agency Hall & Hunter
Bought with:
Frank Flynn, 6501298894
The Agency Hall & Hunter
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20221007563
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- High Speed Internet
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 8,863 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,263
- Finished area below ground: 1,600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Twoand Half Car Garage, Detached, Electricityin Garage, Heated Garage, Workshop In Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 250.00 x 134.00
- Features: Corner Lot, Sprinklers
Details
- Parcel number: W02I001472S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Platted Sub
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: VOIGT PARK SUB (PLATS)
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2023 | Sold | $850,000-12.8%$96/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20221007563 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2022 | Pending sale | $975,000$110/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20221007563 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $975,000$110/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20221007563 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $451,200 +14.4% |
| 2024 | -- | $394,300 +12.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $349,700 +50% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Boston Edison
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Thirkell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Northwestern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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- Michigan
- Wayne County
- Detroit
- 48202
- Boston Edison
- 140 Edison St