Don't miss an opportunity become a stewart of Detroit history at 800 Atkinson. In 1921 this home served as the residence of the legendary Ty Cobb and his family during his peak years in baseball with the Detroit Tigers. Originally built in 1913, this home features a distinctive Georgian Revival architectural. This home just one street south of Boston Edison Historic District. This 2600 sq ft home features 2 fireplaces on the first floor in the living room and sitting room. Hardwood floors throughout, this home has lots historic charm and elegance. There are 4 sizable bedrooms o the second floor as well as a spacious 2nd floor landing. The full bathroom off the primary bedroom has nice original features. The 3rd floor has a large room that is perfect for office, workout space or family room. The exterior features a large front porch, as well as an up stairs porch/balcony off one of the upper floor bedroom. Additional porches at the rear of the home overlooking the backyard. 2 car garage and fenced backyard are additional features of the home. This home is surrounded by many other notable homes such as Henry Ford, Walter Briggs, Joe Louis, Willie Horton, Berry Gordy, Benjamin Siegel, just to name a few. Minutes from Henry Ford Health and it's expanding campus, Detroit Cultural and Entertainment District , Sports Venues and Downtown Detroit.
Sold
$300,000
800 Atkinson St, Detroit, MI 48202
4beds
2,623sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
6,098 sqft lot
$341,900 Zestimate®
$114/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 08, 2025 at 09:07am
Listed by:
Gaye A Butler 248-593-9494,
Robinson Realty & Management Group Inc
Bought with:
Tina Alfaro, 6501312815
Emmanuel Realty LLC
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20250001677

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,623 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,623
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached, Side Entrance
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Dimensions: 44.00 x 134.00
Details
- Parcel number: W04I002564S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Early American,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer At Street
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: VOIGT PARK SUB (PLATS)
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Services availability

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Estimated market value
$341,900