Turn-key brick duplex in Detroit with an active City Rental Certification and recently passed inspection, offering a hassle-free investment opportunity. The lower unit has a reliable Section 8 tenant, providing guaranteed income from day one—please do not disturb the tenant. Both units feature updated interiors, new mechanicals, and durable brick construction to minimize maintenance and maximize long-term returns. Property taxes are currently unknown and should be verified by the buyer. Ideal for investors seeking a stabilized, cash-flowing asset or an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit while collecting rent from the other. With full compliance, solid structure, and modern updates, this duplex is a ready-to-go, low-maintenance opportunity perfect for your portfolio or next house-hack strategy.
Pending
$134,999
5919 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI 48224
4beds
2baths
1,900sqft
Est.:
2 to 4 Units
Built in 1940
-- sqft lot
$130,500 Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern updatesBrick constructionDurable brick constructionUpdated interiors
- 84 days |
- 337 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 09, 2026 at 09:59am
Listed by:
Bryan Harman 734-679-2139,
Propel Property Management 248-270-7004
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25060305
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Common Area, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved
Lot
- Size: 6,098.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 148
Details
- Parcel number: W21I068718S
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 to 4 Units
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $71/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $24,700
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Cash,Conventional
- Tenant pays: Electricity, Water, Sewer, Gas
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$130,500
$124,000 - $137,000
$1,198/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2026 | Pending sale | $134,999$71/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $134,999$71/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Pending sale | $134,999$71/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $134,999+12.5%$71/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 6/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 6/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/1/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,250+13.6%$1/sqft |
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| 11/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/23/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,100+120%$1/sqft |
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| 9/19/2022 | Sold | $120,000+9.1%$63/sqft |
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| 6/2/2021 | Sold | $110,000+776.4%$58/sqft |
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| 11/28/2013 | Listing removed | $500 |
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| 10/17/2013 | Price change | $500-9.1% |
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| 9/19/2013 | Price change | $550-15.4% |
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| 8/26/2013 | Listed for rent | $650 |
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| 5/14/2013 | Sold | $12,551+14.1%$7/sqft |
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| 3/30/2013 | Listed for sale | $11,000-86.6%$6/sqft |
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| 5/18/2012 | Sold | $81,935+582.8%$43/sqft |
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| 10/26/2011 | Listing removed | $12,000$6/sqft |
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| 10/15/2011 | Listed for sale | $12,000+33.3%$6/sqft |
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| 11/2/2007 | Sold | $9,000-83%$5/sqft |
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| 11/22/2006 | Sold | $53,041-44.7%$28/sqft |
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| 5/19/2006 | Sold | $96,000+242.9%$51/sqft |
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| 9/7/2005 | Sold | $28,000$15/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $43,800 +27.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $34,400 +11.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $30,800 +24.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $24,700 +8.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $22,800 |
| 2020 | $3,021 +113.1% | $22,800 +11.8% |
| 2019 | $1,418 | $20,400 +14% |
| 2018 | $1,418 | $17,900 +8.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $16,500 +16.2% |
| 2016 | $2,215 | $14,200 |
| 2015 | $2,215 +83.6% | $14,200 -25.8% |
| 2013 | $1,207 -45.5% | $19,145 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $2,215 | $28,070 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $34,232 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $39,347 |
| 2007 | -- | $39,347 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $219 | $37,296 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $36,210 +121.5% |
| 2001 | $1,361 +10.1% | $16,347 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $1,236 | $15,840 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$902/mo
Principal & interest
$696
Property taxes
$206
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Morningside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Brown Ronald AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10East English Village Preparatory AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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