18490 BIRCHCREST Drive, Detroit, MI 48221

$399,900 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
2,800  sqft
Built in 1942

**TWILIGHT OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 5PM TO 7PM.** Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial, perfectly nestled in the sought-after University District. This home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern updates, creating a warm and inviting space for comfortable living and entertaining. Step into the spacious living room, where a cozy fireplace serves as the focal point. The dining room and breakfast nook provide the perfect settings for family meals or hosting guests. A family room offers additional space for relaxation or a home office. The fully renovated interior boasts contemporary finishes while preserving the home’s timeless character. The partially finished basement adds extra versatility, ideal for a recreation room, gym, or extra storage. Outside, the professional landscaping and newly stained wood fence frame a backyard oasis. Enjoy summer evenings on the spacious wood deck, perfect for outdoor dining or lounging. The two-car garage provides ample parking and storage. The most recent upgrades include a new thermostat on the furnace, new gas range in the kitchen, new windows in the family room, and fresh paint throughout. The roof was replaced in 2017 (house only), and blown-in insulation was added in 2016. Galvanized pipes replaced with copper. Located near vibrant local shops and the historic Avenue of Fashion, dining, and amenities, this home is a true gem in a historic neighborhood. Schedule your showing today to see all it has to offer!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Programmable thermostat
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust fan, Free standing gas oven, Free standing gas range, Free standing refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Wine cooler
Laundry:
Electric dryer hookup, Gas dryer hookup, Laundry room
Basement:
Full, Partially finished
A/C:
Ceiling fans, Central air
Heating:
Forced air, Natural gas
Fireplace:
Gas, Living room, Fireplace

Exterior

Style:
Colonial
Other Structures:
Deck, Porch
Pool:
None
Parking:
Two car garage, Detached, Driveway

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
Brick, Two, Basement, Block

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
Originating MLS:
Realcomp II Ltd
School District:
Detroit
County:
Wayne

Lot

Zoning:
E BIRCHCREST DR N 15 FT 47 S 30 FT 48 J G DICKINSON SUB L45 P48 PLATS, W C R 2/153 45 X 139.15A NEZ CERT#N2016-0104, RELATED PARCEL #02003682-3, W27I160104S
Fencing:
Back yard

Utilities

Utilities:
Above ground utilities
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public sewer

Financial

Source:
Realcomp II Ltd

This listing courtesy of:
Century 21 Curran & Oberski, Martin Hill

About Detroit, MI

Housing

Number of Units
292,561
Median Home Value
$70,234
Median Rent
$679

53.65% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.25% are vacant.

Commute

Car
71.17%
Public Transportation
5.99%
Walk to Work
3.15%
Work from Home
17.73%
Other
1.42%

The median travel time to work is 23 minutes.

People

Population
593,210
Median Age
36.40
Median Household Size
2.38

Education

High School
33.32%
Associate’s Degree
7.33%
Bachelor’s Degree
9.43%
Graduate Degree
6.96%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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