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5540 Guilford Street, Detroit City, MI 48224

Wayne County

Key Facts

3Beds
2Baths
1,169Sq Ft
1928Year Built
0.16Lot (acres)
1Stories

Description

This all-brick property presents a strong opportunity for a savvy investor or handyman looking for their next rehab project. Featuring three bedrooms, one full bathroom, and one half bath, this home offers a functional layout ready for renovation. Built in 1928, the property retains classic character and includes a full basement and a spacious yard, providing additional flexibility for improvements and long-term use.The home is being sold as-is and will require a full rehab due to smoke damage, making it ideal for investors seeking a project with clear value-add potential. Whether your strategy is to renovate and resell or hold as a rental, this property offers a solid foundation to execute your vision. The large yard and brick construction add to its appeal, while the existing layout supports a straightforward renovation plan.Located in an established neighborhood, the property is surrounded by similar homes and ongoing investment activity, supporting long-term upside. This is a great opportunity for those experienced in renovation projects or looking to expand their portfolio with a property that can be transformed through TLC and thoughtful updates.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Ranch

Year Built

1928

Stories

1

Living Area

1,169 sq ft

Lot Size

0.16 acres

Lot Dimensions

40x110

MLS® Listing#

81026019543

Property Features

Appliances

Gas Water Heater

Heating

Hot WaterNone

Flooring

TileVinylWood

Parking

Concrete

Laundry

Main Level

Lot Features

Level

Construction

Brick

Foundation

Other

Roof

Other

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • Main
  • Main
  • KitchenMain
  • Living RoomMain
  • Master BathroomMain

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$1,237

Tax year 2025

Assessed Value

$15,595

Parcel Number

21075676

Directions

1. Exit I-94 at exit 223 for M-102 / 8 Mile Road.2. Head East on 8 Mile Road for approximately 1.5 miles.3. Turn South (Right) onto Kelly Road.4. Continue on Kelly Road for roughly 1.3 miles.5. Turn South (Left) onto Whittier Avenue.6. Turn East (Left) onto E. Warren Avenue.7. Turn North (Left) onto Guilford Street.8. The destination, 5540 Guilford Street, will be on your Left (West side of

Affordability Calculator

$12,400

Estimated monthly payment

$330/mo

Principal $49,600 · Est. interest $69,196 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Detroit City, MI

$230,105
Median Listing Price
61
Median Days on Market
1,484
Median Sq Ft
$133
Median Price / Sq Ft
13,620
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 73% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 60% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Detroit City, MI.

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • Diann Banks-Williamson Educational Center

    School · 0.2 mi away

  • Angelou Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.6 mi away

  • Marquette Elementary Middle School

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • The Giving Tree Montessori School

    Elementary · 0.8 mi away

  • Dominican High School

    Secondary · 0.9 mi away

  • Winans Academy of Performing Arts

    School · 0.9 mi away

  • Ronald Brown Academy

    School · 1.0 mi away

  • Bethany Lutheran School

    School · 1.0 mi away

  • Brownell Middle School

    Secondary · 1.1 mi away

  • Starr Detroit Academy

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods

    Primary School · 1.2 mi away

  • Tyrone Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Kerby Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Carleton Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Wayne Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Maire Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Monteith Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.6 mi away

  • Richard Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.7 mi away

  • Mathnasium

    School · 1.7 mi away

  • University Liggett School

    Secondary School · 1.7 mi away

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