This historic 1926 Berkley colonial has been in the same family since it was built. It is well cared for & still retains all the original hardware & lighting fixtures. The features include: professionally restored hardwood flooring throughout, new roof in 2012, most newer windows (2nd flr), updated furnace & AC, updated electrical & copper plumbing. The basement is water-proofed & had NO water from the August 2014 flood! There is a grand front porch that welcomes you. The large living room & formal dining room have hardwood flooring & original sconces & chandelier. The farm-style kitchen has a breakfast room. The house was re-painted throughout w/ in the last 3 months. Even the basement was painted. All appliances in the home are included. The lot is extra-deep & runs far behind the detached garage. More than 2 blocks west of Woodward, the home is in a quiet area but still a quick commute to major expressways. This home will please those looking for a perfectly maintained vintage home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marjorie Duncan• Coldwell Banker Professionals-Birm
Bought with Frederick Alexander• Remerica Integrity II
This historic 1926 Berkley colonial has been in the same family since it was built. It is well cared for & still retains all the original hardware & lighting fixtures. The features include: professionally restored hardwood flooring throughout, new roof in 2012, most newer windows (2nd flr), updated furnace & AC, updated electrical & copper plumbing. The basement is water-proofed & had NO water from the August 2014 flood! There is a grand front porch that welcomes you. The large living room & formal dining room have hardwood flooring & original sconces & chandelier. The farm-style kitchen has a breakfast room. The house was re-painted throughout w/ in the last 3 months. Even the basement was painted. All appliances in the home are included. The lot is extra-deep & runs far behind the detached garage. More than 2 blocks west of Woodward, the home is in a quiet area but still a quick commute to major expressways. This home will please those looking for a perfectly maintained vintage home!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,062 (+2.4%)
2024
$3,967 (+11.5%)
2023
$3,558 (+5.0%)
2022
$3,389 (+13.7%)
2021
$2,981 (−6.2%)
2020
$3,177
2019
$3,180 (+4.6%)
2018
$3,041 (+1.3%)
2017
$3,002 (−0.2%)
2016
$3,007 (+46.0%)
2015
$2,059 (+7.6%)
2014
$1,914 (+2.7%)
2013
$1,863
Tax history for 1711 Dorothea Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,062 (+2.4%)
2024
$3,967 (+11.5%)
2023
$3,558 (+5.0%)
2022
$3,389 (+13.7%)
2021
$2,981 (−6.2%)
2020
$3,177
2019
$3,180 (+4.6%)
2018
$3,041 (+1.3%)
2017
$3,002 (−0.2%)
2016
$3,007 (+46.0%)
2015
$2,059 (+7.6%)
2014
$1,914 (+2.7%)
2013
$1,863
*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
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,971 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1971
Sq. Ft.
1,086
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
04-25-17-259-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Humidifier, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,085
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Cedar, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 159
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,874
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Berkley
Location Information
Directions: West off Woodward
Subdivision Name: PERRY-MORTENSON CO'S PLEASANT HOMES SUB
Cross Street: N of Catalpa/W of Woodward
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,086
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7,971 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 1971
County: Oakland County
APN: 04-25-17-259-001
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Rogers Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Berkley High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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, 14 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
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Estimated sale price
$291,000 – $352,000
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