Handsomely renovated Jefferson Chalmers bungalow! Solid brick 3 bedroom boasts sprawling front porch. Stunning hardwood floors. Living room with brick fireplace. New kitchen with granite countertop. Updated bathroom with terrazzo floor. Spacious upper level could be used for large primary bedroom or kid's playroom / rec room. Second full bath in basement! Superbly located blocks from Grosse Pointe, A.B. Ford Park, Detroit Riverfront.
- MI
- Detroitcity_wayne
- 48215
- 491 CHALMERS Street
- MLS# 20221038410
- Date Listed09/05/2022
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.13 acres (5,663 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision LAKEWOOD PARK SUB (PLATS)
- County Wayne
- Year Built 1919
- Square Feet 1,400 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $117.79
Interior Features
- Cooling None
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.13
- Lot Size SQFT 5,662.80
- Lot Features -
Directions
From Jefferson...S on Chalmers
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $535
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $14,600 |
| 2019 | $11,100 |
| 2018 | $14,600 |
| 2017 | $10,500 |
| 2016 | $15,400 |
| 2015 | $14,000 |
| 2014 | $15,735 |
| 2013 | $15,735 |
| 2012 | $16,563 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2022 | Pending | $164,900.00 2.43% |
| 10/24/2022 | Sold | $169,000.00 2.49% |
| 10/10/2022 | Pending | $164,900.00 |
| 10/05/2022 | Active | $164,900.00 2.43% |
| 09/20/2022 | Active | $169,000.00 3.37% |
| 09/05/2022 | Active | $174,900.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1024 NAVAHOE Street | Listing | 4 | 2 | Sep 10, 2025 | $58,000 | Dec 28, 2020 | $144,000 |
| 839 ALGONQUIN Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Sep 15, 2025 | $53,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $52,592 |
| 255 MARLBOROUGH Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Sep 11, 2025 | $149,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $147,853 |
| 1417 BALFOUR Street | Listing | 5 | 3 | Sep 12, 2025 | $439,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $394,590 |
| 1016 NOTTINGHAM Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Sep 12, 2025 | $360,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $319,824 |
| 872 BALFOUR Street | Listing | 6 | 6 | Sep 17, 2025 | $924,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $864,054 |
| 1113 BEDFORD Road | Listing | 6 | 3 | Sep 11, 2025 | $416,500 | Mar 21, 2024 | $394,396 |
| 1141 WAYBURN Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Sep 18, 2025 | $284,900 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 402 ALTER Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Sep 14, 2025 | $124,900 | Mar 15, 2024 | $134,600 |
| 262 Alter | Listing | 3 | 2 | Sep 13, 2025 | $89,500 | Mar 15, 2024 | $158,400 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,877 | 640,616 | 1,765,522 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 2,996 | 4,617 | 2,885 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.9 | 36.7 | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $26,090 | $32,641 | $49,643 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $18,711 | $17,927 | $27,590 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 86 | 88 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 19.8°F | 19.8°F | 16.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 84.5°F | 84.5°F | 85.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.97" | 33.58" | 33.58" | 38" |
63/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
44/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
56/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
7 nearby routes: 7 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 42/100, Transit Score: 31/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 491 CHALMERS Street
Source: Realty.com
491 CHALMERS Street, DetroitCity_Wayne, MI 48215 is a Single Family 1,400 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 30 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $164,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 30 photos of 491 CHALMERS Street.
Our records indicate that 491 CHALMERS Street was built in 1919.
The full address for this home is 491 CHALMERS Street, DetroitCity_Wayne, MI 48215.
491 CHALMERS Street has been listed on Realty.com since Mon September 05, 2022
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 42/100, Transit Score: 31/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
There are 1 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 491 CHALMERS Street. Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Clyde Realty Llc
(tel: 313-974-1830)
Listing agent:
Benjamin Ness
(#394137)
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