Welcome to Berkley Charm! Nestled in a delightful and cozy Berkley neighborhood, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers comfort and incredible flexibility. Enjoy the convenience of walking to local favorites like Westbourne Market, Vinsetta Garage, and the Monarch Cafe and Park. You're also just blocks from Woodward Avenue, minutes from highway access, and a stone's throw from the Detroit Zoo! Step inside to discover original refinished hardwood floors throughout. The versatile layout offers endless possibilities, including a front room that can easily convert to a 4th bedroom. The expansive basement is a true bonus, featuring a dedicated media room, a full bath, and a spacious laundry area, providing ample room for living, working, and playing. This home is a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility – a must-see! Some improvement items include a sewer pipe repair with a backflow preventor in 2016, all new Trex deck front porch with paver walkway in 2018, Stainless steel kitchen sink (2019), New furnace and Central Air (2024) and a new washer in 2025.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ryan Eisele• Oak and Stone Real Estate
Bought with Lisabeth Riopelle• Signature Sotheby's International Realty Nvl
Welcome to Berkley Charm! Nestled in a delightful and cozy Berkley neighborhood, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers comfort and incredible flexibility. Enjoy the convenience of walking to local favorites like Westbourne Market, Vinsetta Garage, and the Monarch Cafe and Park. You're also just blocks from Woodward Avenue, minutes from highway access, and a stone's throw from the Detroit Zoo! Step inside to discover original refinished hardwood floors throughout. The versatile layout offers endless possibilities, including a front room that can easily convert to a 4th bedroom. The expansive basement is a true bonus, featuring a dedicated media room, a full bath, and a spacious laundry area, providing ample room for living, working, and playing. This home is a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility – a must-see! Some improvement items include a sewer pipe repair with a backflow preventor in 2016, all new Trex deck front porch with paver walkway in 2018, Stainless steel kitchen sink (2019), New furnace and Central Air (2024) and a new washer in 2025.
Greater Lansing AoR #60922718
Mar 9, 2026
Sold
$280,000
$242/sq ft
Feb 5, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 16, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 3, 2025
Price Changed
$279,900
$242/sq ft
Oct 23, 2025
Price Changed
$290,000
$251/sq ft
Oct 23, 2025
Relisted
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Oct 6, 2025
Listing Removed
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Aug 12, 2025
Price Changed
$299,900
$260/sq ft
Jul 31, 2025
Listed
$310,000
$268/sq ft
Jul 29, 2025
Coming Soon
$310,000
$268/sq ft
Jul 28, 2025
Listed
$279,900
$242/sq ft
Welcome to Berkley Charm! Nestled in a delightful and cozy Berkley neighborhood, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers comfort and incredible flexibility. Enjoy the convenience of walking to local favorites like Westbourne Market, Vinsetta Garage, and the Monarch Cafe and Park. You're also just blocks from Woodward Avenue, minutes from highway access, and a stone's throw from the Detroit Zoo! Step inside to discover original refinished hardwood floors throughout. The versatile layout offers endless possibilities, including a front room that can easily convert to a 4th bedroom. The expansive basement is a true bonus, featuring a dedicated media room, a full bath, and a spacious laundry area, providing ample room for living, working, and playing. This home is a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility – a must-see! Some improvement items include a sewer pipe repair with a backflow preventor in 2016, all new Trex deck front porch with paver walkway in 2018, Stainless steel kitchen sink (2019), New furnace and Central Air (2024) and a new washer in 2025.
REALCOMP #215117516
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$145,000
$126/sq ft
Jan 5, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 20, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 6, 2015
Listed
$159,900
$138/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #20776095
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$145,000
$126/sq ft
Nov 20, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 6, 2015
Listed
$159,900
$138/sq ft
REALCOMP #26194273
Mar 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Nov 4, 2006
Listed
$169,900
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 2004
Sold
$152,000
$132/sq ft
REALCOMP #23118652
Feb 11, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Nov 11, 2003
Listed
$157,000
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 25, 1991
Sold
$54,900
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,824 (+2.4%)
2024
$3,735 (+11.5%)
2023
$3,349 (+5.0%)
2022
$3,190 (+2.3%)
2021
$3,119 (−0.3%)
2020
$3,130
2019
$3,133 (+4.8%)
2018
$2,988 (+1.3%)
2017
$2,950 (+43.2%)
2016
$2,061 (−32.2%)
2015
$3,039 (+5.7%)
2014
$2,875
Tax history for 1197 Columbia Rd Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,824 (+2.4%)
2024
$3,735 (+11.5%)
2023
$3,349 (+5.0%)
2022
$3,190 (+2.3%)
2021
$3,119 (−0.3%)
2020
$3,130
2019
$3,133 (+4.8%)
2018
$2,988 (+1.3%)
2017
$2,950 (+43.2%)
2016
$2,061 (−32.2%)
2015
$3,039 (+5.7%)
2014
$2,875
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,661 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1966
Sq. Ft.
986
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
04-25-17-458-025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Porch
Building Information
Direction Faces: South
Above Grade Finished Area: 985
Below Grade Finished Area: 170
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 40
Lot Size : 40X116
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,734
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Location
Schools Information
School District: Berkley City School District
Location Information
Directions: North on Woodward, West on Columbia
Subdivision Name: Perry-Mortenson Cos Royal Gardens
Cross Street: 11 Mile and Woodward
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 986
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,661 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: 1966
County: Oakland County
APN: 04-25-17-458-025
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealComp
Around this home
Schools
Rogers Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Berkley High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Berkley, MI • 48072
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.6 hrs
2.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$297,000 – $359,000
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