**OPEN HOUSE SAT, JAN 17TH, 1-3PM** Welcome to 5045 Balfour, a beautifully updated and spacious colonial nestled in Detroit’s desirable Morningside neighborhood. Offering nearly 1,500 sq ft of comfortable living space, this home features 4 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full basement. Thoughtful updates throughout include stylish laminate flooring, fresh interior paint, modern fixtures, a refreshed kitchen with new countertops and cabinetry, renovated bathrooms with new tile and vanity, and brand-new windows throughout the home. Ideal for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a solid rental opportunity. Schedule your private showing today and don’t miss the chance to own this move-in-ready home!
Pending
$149,900
5045 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI 48224
4beds
1,496sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$146,600 Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern fixturesFull basementFresh interior paintStylish laminate flooring
- 29 days |
- 197 |
- 13 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 10, 2026 at 01:47am
Listed by:
MD Gulsan Ahmed 313-329-3360,
Amin Realty 833-264-6832
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261001927
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 200
- Dimensions: 10 X 20
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Other
- Level: Entry
Other
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 11 X 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,496 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,496
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,662.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 142.67
Details
- Parcel number: W21I068773S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: EAST DETROIT DEV COS 3
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $100/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $22,278
- Annual tax amount: $2,334
- Date on market: 1/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan,Warranty Deed
Estimated market value
$146,600
$139,000 - $154,000
$1,570/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2026 | Pending sale | $149,900$100/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20261001927 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900+476.5%$100/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20261001927 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2021 | Sold | $26,000+766.7%$17/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2015 | Listing removed | $3,000$2/sqft |
Source: City Management Group, Inc. #31242324 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2015 | Pending sale | $3,000$2/sqft |
Source: City Management Group, Inc. #31242324 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2015 | Price change | $3,000-21.1%$2/sqft |
Source: City Management Group #215046086 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2015 | Price change | $3,800-30.9%$3/sqft |
Source: City Management Group #215046086 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2015 | Price change | $5,500-3.5%$4/sqft |
Source: City Management Group #215046086 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Price change | $5,700-5%$4/sqft |
Source: City Management Group #215046086 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2015 | Listed for sale | $6,000-95%$4/sqft |
Source: City Management Group #215046086 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2007 | Sold | $120,000+300%$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2007 | Sold | $30,000-75.5%$20/sqft |
Source:  MiRealSource #130697 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2005 | Sold | $122,686+214.6%$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2001 | Sold | $39,000$26/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $30,000 +27.1% |
| 2024 | -- | $23,600 +20.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $19,600 +24.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $15,800 +8.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $14,600 |
| 2020 | $1,896 +53.6% | $14,600 +12.3% |
| 2019 | $1,234 | $13,000 +13% |
| 2018 | $1,234 | $11,500 +91.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $6,000 -50.4% |
| 2016 | $2,678 | $12,100 |
| 2015 | $2,678 +7.6% | $12,100 -51.4% |
| 2013 | $2,489 -7.1% | $24,890 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $2,678 | $36,492 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $44,502 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $51,152 |
| 2007 | -- | $51,152 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $226 | $48,485 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $47,073 +179% |
| 2001 | $1,405 +10.1% | $16,872 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $1,276 | $16,348 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,002/mo
Principal & interest
$773
Property taxes
$229
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Morningside
Getting around
40 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Brown Ronald AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10East English Village Preparatory AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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