Brick Duplex with Townhome-Style
New
For Sale
$249,900
17180-82 Birchcrest, Detroit, MI 48221
Multifamily, 2 Story, Detroit, MI
Property Size1,844 SF
Lot Size0.11 Acres
Price / SF$135.52
Days on Market4
Property Features for 17180-82 Birchcrest
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Multi-Family,Residential
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Full bathrooms
2
Rooms
Basement, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1
Pets allowed
Yes
Interior features
Circuit Breakers
Elementary school district
Detroit
Middle school district
Detroit
High school district
Detroit
Directions
North or McNichols East of Livernois
Subdivision
Det 6-8 Grfld-Dequindre
Standard status
Active
APN
W02I003616S
Size
1,844 SF
Lot size
0.11 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
E BIRCHCREST DR N 22 FT 370 S 27 FT 369 KEANS SUB L14 P57 PLATS, W C R 2/136 49 X 100
Tax Annual Amount
1990
Legal Description
E BIRCHCREST DR N 22 FT 370 S 27 FT 369 KEANS SUB L14 P57 PLATS, W C R 2/136 49 X 100
Utilities
Heating system
Forced Air
Building Details
Year built
1953
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
2
Building materials
Brick
Roof type
Asphalt
Architectural style
Other
Buildings
1
Listing Agency:
KW Metro · Keller Williams Realty
(248) 288-3500
Listed By:
Elijah Cook
(313) 694-6970
Added: Oct 27
Changed: Oct 30
Last Checked: Oct 30 at 1:06PM
MLS# 20261084858
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This 1,844-square-foot brick duplex contains two updated, townhome-style residences, each with two bedrooms, hardwood flooring, and private basement space. Both units are available, allowing an incoming owner to choose tenants or occupy one residence while leasing the other. The property was built in 1953 and has forced-air heating, asphalt roofing, and circuit breakers. It sits on a 0.11-acre lot in Detroit’s University District.
Key Highlights
- Two updated residences, each with a two‑bedroom townhome‑style layout
- 1,844 square feet on a 0.11‑acre lot
- Both units are available for occupancy or tenant selection
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$21,074
Cap Rate
8.43%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$421,480
$421.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$301,057
$301.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$234,156
$234.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,844 SF
Gross rent
$32.1K $17.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.0K −$1.07/SF
EGI
$30.1K $16.33/SF
− OpEx
−$9.0K −$4.90/SF
NOI
$21.1K $11.43/SF
Area
Detroit, MI
Vacancy
6.17%
Lease Rate
$17.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$421,480
Cap Rate 7%
$301,057
Cap Rate 9%
$234,156
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$301.1K
$263.4K – $351.2K
NOI $21,074 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.43%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$276.4K
$241.8K – $322.4K
NOI $19,345 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.74%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$406.8K
$356.0K – $474.6K
NOI $28,476 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.39%
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Trade Area within ½ mile
474
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Demographics for 48221, MI
38,204
Population
17,452
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
5.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
7,347
Density / Sq Mi
$55,583
Median Household Income
$37,019
Median Earnings
$1,174
Median Rent
$138,700
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Each residence includes two bedrooms, hardwood floors, and private basement space.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 17180-82 Birchcrest Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $249,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two updated residences, each with a two‑bedroom townhome‑style layout; 1,844 square feet on a 0.11‑acre lot; Both units are available for occupancy or tenant selection
