Step into timeless elegance and unmatched opportunity in Detroit’s iconic Boston-Edison District. Just moments from the beloved Congregation coffee shop, 2016 Atkinson is a grand 3-story residence that blends historic charm with incredible value-add potential.
Boasting 5 spacious bedrooms, a full basement, and generous living areas, this home offers the scale and layout today’s buyers and renters crave. Several updates have already been completed—meaning much of the heavy lifting is done—while still leaving room to add your own vision, finishes, and equity.
For homeowners, this is your chance to create a truly stunning dream home in one of Detroit’s most prestigious and architecturally rich neighborhoods.
For investors, this is a rare opportunity to secure a large, high-demand property with strong upside in an area known for appreciation, historic appeal, and limited inventory.
Whether you’re looking to restore, renovate, or reposition, the potential here is undeniable.
? Homes like this in Boston-Edison don’t come around often.
?? Prime location.
?? Historic character.
?? Massive upside.
Schedule your private tour today and see why 2016 Atkinson is a standout opportunity you don’t want to miss.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (1/8)
$149,900
2016 Atkinson St, Detroit, MI 48206
5beds
2,001sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$75/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full basement
- 174 days |
- 2,967 |
- 221 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 23, 2026 at 04:22am
Listed by:
Moe Kassem 248-847-8067,
EXP Realty Main 888-501-7085,
Al Abdallah 313-254-5556,
EXP Realty Main
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251023748
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 494
- Dimensions: 26 X 19
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Primary bathroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 X 8
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 X 11
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 28
- Dimensions: 7 X 4
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 14 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 X 13
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,001 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,001
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, No Garage
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 133.5
Details
- Parcel number: W08I002798S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer At Street
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: JOY FARM SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $75/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $15,387
- Annual tax amount: $1,170
- Date on market: 8/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 174 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,222/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $149,900-16.7%$75/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Price change | $179,900-10%$90/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Price change | $199,800-0.1%$100/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $199,900-13%$100/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $229,900-8%$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $154,100 +22.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $125,800 +25.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $100,400 +69.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$862/mo
Principal & interest
$581
Property taxes
$229
Home insurance
$52
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Historic Atkinson
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Durfee Elementary-Middle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Central Collegiate AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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