The best of urban living in the Woodbridge Neighborhood of Detroit! This beautiful fully renovated duplex features modern living with the elegance of historic charm. Each unit is over 1200sf and features 3 bedrooms 1 bath, with a modern open concept kitchen, in-unit laundry, radiant with natural light, and original trim and hardwood floors. The upper unit also features a great nook for a home office or library. Both units feature a private outdoor balcony or deck. The main floor is currently being used for short term rental and all of the furnishings for the short term rental are included with purchase. This home would be perfect for your own residence with income or a full time income property! A great location with an easy walk to neighborhood restaurants and entertainment, and to the Wayne State Campus and Midtown. Excellent expressway access for getting around the Metro region. Come see this amazing duplex!
For sale
$595,000
5238 Commonwealth St, Detroit, MI 48208
6beds
2,508sqft
Est.:
Duplex
Built in 1914
-- sqft lot
$586,700 Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 138 days |
- 434 |
- 31 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 03:43am
Listed by:
Alexander Zachary 313-658-6400,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse 313-658-6400
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251019526
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Common,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,508 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,508
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,049.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 08006065
- Zoning description: MultiFamily, Residential
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: WOODBRIDGES DUDLEY B SUB OF PT OF OL 109
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $191,900
- Annual tax amount: $24,155
- Date on market: 7/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 144 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$586,700
$557,000 - $616,000
$2,063/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000+91.3%$237/sqft |
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| 10/12/2023 | Sold | $311,000$124/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $162,900 +71.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $95,100 +220.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $29,700 +5.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,823/mo
Principal & interest
$2841
Property taxes
$774
Home insurance
$208
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Woodbridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Burton International SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10Northwestern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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