Step into timeless elegance with this charming center entrance Colonial, where classic character meets modern comfort. Lovingly maintained by the same family for over 60 years, this home seamlessly blends traditional charm with thoughtful updates throughout. The first floor features a spacious living room with a stately fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and storage cabinets—opening to a bright and airy summer room! The main floor also features a formal dining room which is ideal for gatherings, a cozy breakfast nook just off the kitchen, and a convenient powder room for guests. Upstairs offers three generous bedrooms and a recently updated full bath, including a primary suite with both a walk-in closet and an additional wall closet for ample storage. The finished basement adds valuable living space with a large rec room and a second fireplace—perfect for a home office, or playroom! The summer room with floor to ceiling windows overlooks a beautifully landscaped private yard with a charming patio and retractable awning—your private retreat for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Located just steps from top-rated schools, the local library, and the vibrant “Hill” dining and shopping district, this home offers the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, and legacy. Residents also enjoy access to an exclusive private lakefront municipal park, featuring a marina, swimming pools, splash pad, sandy beach, community center and much more!
Sold for $440,000 on 07/11/25
$440,000
255 Merriweather Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
3beds
2,746sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$453,900 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$2,625 Estimated rent
Home value
$453,900
$413,000 - $499,000
$2,625/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 11, 2025 at 10:46am
Listed by:
Melissa Singh 313-289-9990,
Higbie Maxon Agney Inc
Bought with:
Thomas D Steen, 6506039821
Real Estate One Grosse Pointe
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50177085
Originating MLS: MiRealSource
Originating MLS: MiRealSourceFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Ceramic
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Living room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 408
- Dimensions: 24 x 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Sump Pump, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,746
- Total interior livable area: 2,746 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,838
- Finished area below ground: 908
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Electric in Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue, Lawn Sprinkler, Street Lights
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 40
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 40.00' x 119.00'
Details
- Parcel number: 38 010 02 0086 000
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sanitary
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Grosse Pointe Farms
- Subdivision: Merriweather Park Sub
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2025 | Sold | $440,000-2.2%$160/sqft |
Source:  MiRealSource #50177085 | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Pending sale | $449,900$164/sqft |
Source: MiRealSource #50177085 | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,900$164/sqft |
Source: MiRealSource #50177085 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $170,900 +8.6% |
| 2024 | -- | $157,300 +8.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $144,400 +5.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 48236
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Brownell Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Grosse Pointe South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Kerby Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$453,900
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