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Updated Brick Duplex in Colonial Style
For Sale
$173,000

15739 Washburn Street, Detroit, MI 48238

MULTI_FAMILY - Colonial - Detroit, MI

Property Size1,824 SF
Lot Size0.09 Acres
Price / SF$94.85
Days on Market127

Property Features for 15739 Washburn Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning Residential
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bedroom 3, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Basement
Pets allowed Yes
Subdivision St Marys Academy
Elementary school district Detroit
Middle school district Detroit
High school district Detroit
Directions South of Puritan Ave / West of Wyoming Ave
Standard status Active
APN W16I039749S
Size 1,824 SF
Lot size 0.09 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description W WASHBURN 58 AND E 9' VAC ALLEY ADJ ST MARYS ACADEMY SUB L45 P76 PLATS, W C R 16/396 35 X 117
Tax Annual Amount 7886
Legal Description W WASHBURN 58 AND E 9' VAC ALLEY ADJ ST MARYS ACADEMY SUB L45 P76 PLATS, W C R 16/396 35 X 117

Utilities

Heating system Hot Water(Heating)
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1929
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Building materials Brick
Architectural style Colonial
Listing Agency: KW Professionals · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: Jeff Glover · License #6501317808
Added: Apr 7 Changed: Aug 1 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 10:06AM
MLS# 20261021391

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Updated duplex at 15739 Washburn Street with a brick exterior and Colonial architectural style. Built in 1929, the property includes a basement and two units, each with two bedrooms and one full bathroom. Interior updates include new paint and new carpet throughout.

Improvements reported include a brand-new roof, new windows, and a new boiler and hot water heater. Heating is provided via hot water heating, and water service is public.

The layout supports both owner-occupant and investor use, with each unit offering the same two-bedroom, one-bath configuration. With the reported major systems and exterior elements refreshed, the home is positioned for immediate occupancy or rental operations.

Key Highlights

  • Updated brick duplex with Colonial architectural style
  • Two units with two bedrooms and one full bathroom each
  • Brand‑new roof, new windows, and new boiler and hot water heater

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Dental Office Real Estate Agency Skin Care Clinic HVAC Service Cafe & Coffee Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

544
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48238, MI

25,747
Population
16,341
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
13%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
5.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,768
Density / Sq Mi
$30,286
Median Household Income
$25,948
Median Earnings
$950
Median Rent
$58,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Updated two-unit duplex on a small lot with public water and hot water heating, built in 1929.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 15739 Washburn Street Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $173,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Updated brick duplex with Colonial architectural style; Two units with two bedrooms and one full bathroom each; Brand‑new roof, new windows, and new boiler and hot water heater
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