INVESTOR ALERT! This beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in Berkeley presents an exceptional opportunity for both owner-occupants and savvy investors. Completely updated and move-in ready, this property features a modern kitchen, updated bathroom, newer flooring, and attractive finishes throughout. What makes this opportunity especially compelling is that the property next door (2035 Princeton) is also available for purchase. Acquiring both neighboring properties could allow an investor to build a unique two-property portfolio in the same location, providing flexibility for long-term rentals, short-term rental opportunities, or a combination of personal use and income-producing property, subject to applicable local regulations. Whether you're looking for a turnkey rental, a potential Airbnb/short-term rental, or the opportunity to control two neighboring investment properties, this is a rare chance to expand your portfolio with minimal renovation needed. The Berkeley location offers convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, major roadways, and surrounding communities. Buy one or take advantage of the opportunity to acquire both and maximize your investment potential!
Garden Homes, located between 12 Mile Rd and Catalpa Dr, is a compact and residential Berkley neighborhood with mid-century ranch streetscapes and pocket parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the 12 Mile Rd and Coolidge Hwy crossroads, where independent storefronts, patios, and sidewalk bustle set the local tempo. Community pillars nearby include the Berkley Coffee & Taphouse, the historic Berkley Theatre, and Vinsetta Garage for a classic Detroit-area hangout. Blocks of tidy lawns and mature trees frame low-slung homes and occasional brick colonials. Side streets feed into the Woodward Corridor for commuting and weekend wandering. Nearby green space and school grounds add a steady, everyday rhythm.
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Offer insights
2027 Princeton Rd · $179,000
$179K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $179K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
20 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.8%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Natural gas
Window-unit cooling
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Home design
Multi-family property
1 story
Ranch style
Construction
Built in 1943
Brick and vinyl siding
Crawl foundation
Utilities
Public water
Gas water heater
Financial info
2 units
Net operating income of $25,000
Has lease
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
INVESTOR ALERT! This beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in Berkeley presents an exceptional opportunity for both owner-occupants and savvy investors. Completely updated and move-in ready, this property features a modern kitchen, updated bathroom, newer flooring, and attractive finishes throughout. What makes this opportunity especially compelling is that the property next door (2035 Princeton) is also available for purchase. Acquiring both neighboring properties could allow an investor to build a unique two-property portfolio in the same location, providing flexibility for long-term rentals, short-term rental opportunities, or a combination of personal use and income-producing property, subject to applicable local regulations. Whether you're looking for a turnkey rental, a potential Airbnb/short-term rental, or the opportunity to control two neighboring investment properties, this is a rare chance to expand your portfolio with minimal renovation needed. The Berkeley location offers convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, major roadways, and surrounding communities. Buy one or take advantage of the opportunity to acquire both and maximize your investment potential!
REALCOMP #20251024926
Nov 13, 2025
Sold
$170,000
$141/sq ft
Nov 12, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 31, 2025
Relisted
—
Sep 29, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2025
Price Changed
$335,000
$278/sq ft
Aug 28, 2025
Price Changed
$344,900
$286/sq ft
Aug 12, 2025
Listed
$349,900
$291/sq ft
Updated brick duplex located in a quiet Berkley neighborhood—an ideal investment or house-hack opportunity. Each side offers 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with its own private driveway, front and rear entrances, utility/laundry room, and fully separate gas, electric, and water meters. Originally remodeled in 2016 with kitchen and bath updates and refinished original oak hardwood floors. More recent improvements include new furnaces on both sides (2021), new bathroom vanities and fresh interior paint (2025), and gas line replacements (2025). The property has been well maintained and offers strong rental demand with positive cash flow potential. Conveniently located near local shops, restaurants, and major freeways!
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60926364
Nov 13, 2025
Sold
$170,000
$141/sq ft
Nov 12, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 31, 2025
Relisted
—
Sep 29, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2025
Price Changed
$335,000
$278/sq ft
Aug 28, 2025
Price Changed
$344,900
$286/sq ft
Aug 12, 2025
Listed
$349,900
$291/sq ft
Aug 8, 2025
Coming Soon
$349,900
$291/sq ft
Aug 5, 2025
Listed
$335,000
$278/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #40060656
Jun 22, 2020
Sold
$240,000
$199/sq ft
Jun 9, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2020
Listed
$219,900
$183/sq ft
REALCOMP #2200038837
Jun 22, 2020
Sold
$240,000
$199/sq ft
Jun 9, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2020
Listed
$219,900
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 2016
Sold
$126,000
$105/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21199004
Sep 22, 2016
Sold
$126,000
$105/sq ft
Aug 10, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2016
Listed
$130,000
$108/sq ft
REALCOMP #216076921
Sep 22, 2016
Sold
$126,000
$105/sq ft
Aug 10, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2016
Listed
$130,000
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,387 (+2.6%)
2024
$2,327 (+9.4%)
2023
$2,126 (+5.0%)
2022
$2,026 (+2.6%)
2021
$1,974 (+0.7%)
2020
$1,961 (−0.2%)
2019
$1,965 (−5.7%)
2018
$2,084 (+0.8%)
2017
$2,068 (+42.0%)
2016
$1,457 (−1.8%)
2015
$1,484 (+5.6%)
2014
$1,405 (+2.4%)
2013
$1,372
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,008 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1967
Finished Sq. Ft.
602
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
602
Year built
1943
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Oakland County
APN
04-25-17-382-008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Sep 24, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 3905
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 30% for direct sun exposure in Berkley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2027 Princeton Rd
$173,573
$5,427 under list price of $179K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $35K to $157K.