Charming Birmingham Classic just steps from Downtown! Welcome to 1205 Bates Street. A beautifully updated home in one of Birmingham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, just 5 blocks from the iconic Townsend Hotel and all the charm of downtown. This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath gem blends timeless character with modern upgrades. Step inside to find newly refinished hardwood floors flowing throughout complemented by fresh paint that adds a bright, clean feel. The heart of the home is the stunning gourmet kitchen, featuring white granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sleek cabinetry-perfect for cooking and entertaining. Enjoy the flexibility of indoor and outdoor living with a cozy yet spacious layout that opens to a private, fenced-in backyard with a large deck-ideal for gatherings. Don’t miss this opportunity to live in a prime location, close to shops, dining, parks and all downtown Birmingham has to offer!
For sale
$799,000
1205 S Bates St, Birmingham, MI 48009
3beds
2,221sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$769,600 Zestimate®
$360/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern upgradesPrivate fenced-in backyardFresh paintTimeless characterLarge deckWhite granite countertopsNewly refinished hardwood floors
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Listing updated: April 21, 2025 at 08:52am
Listed by:
Michael Heiwig 248-496-3300,
Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham 248-644-7000
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20250026851

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,221 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,821
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: One Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,098.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 120.00
Details
- Parcel number: 1936328005
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: ASSR'S PLAT NO 30 - BIRMINGHAM
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $360/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $153,620
- Annual tax amount: $5,866
- Date on market: 4/18/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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