A beautiful stone entryway welcomes you into this truly charming & desirable 3 bedroom 2.1 bath Birmingham home incorporating many sought-after modern-day custom upgrades while retaining the coziness of an English-style cottage. Repeated throughout the first flr, enjoy quality finishes including hardwood floors, multiple custom arches & the extensive use of stone & granite. The kitchen hosts high-end stainless steel JennAir appliances including a 4-burner gas stove, French door refrigerator, dishwasher, built-in microwave, granite counters & decorative stone backsplash. Arched butler's pantry leads to formal dining room providing egress to brick patio, BBQ, and tranquil views of landscaped & partially fenced private backyard. Step down into the large living room enhanced with handsome coffered ceiling, bay window, and inviting fireplace with stacked brick surround perfect for cozy winter days. French doors lead to a year-round sunroom flanked by three walls of windows & access to a paved patio, ideal for a family room, home office, or a quiet retreat. The primary bedroom with hardwood floors includes a generous walk-in closet & a dramatic primary bath with heated floor, a Euro shower & stunning glass subway tile. Adjoining one of the two bedrooms is a 17x11 bonus room for optional use as a home office, play area, or additional sleeping, 2nd full bath also with heated floor. Convenient 2nd-floor laundry. Garage parking for 3 cars. Walk to town & nearby Adams Park. Easy access to I75 and other popular commutes. A must-see property! BATVAI
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$429Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Gillian Lazar• The Agency Hall & Hunter
Listed by Denise Zuckerman• The Agency Hall & Hunter
Bought with John Apap• Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham
A beautiful stone entryway welcomes you into this truly charming & desirable 3 bedroom 2.1 bath Birmingham home incorporating many sought-after modern-day custom upgrades while retaining the coziness of an English-style cottage. Repeated throughout the first flr, enjoy quality finishes including hardwood floors, multiple custom arches & the extensive use of stone & granite. The kitchen hosts high-end stainless steel JennAir appliances including a 4-burner gas stove, French door refrigerator, dishwasher, built-in microwave, granite counters & decorative stone backsplash. Arched butler's pantry leads to formal dining room providing egress to brick patio, BBQ, and tranquil views of landscaped & partially fenced private backyard. Step down into the large living room enhanced with handsome coffered ceiling, bay window, and inviting fireplace with stacked brick surround perfect for cozy winter days. French doors lead to a year-round sunroom flanked by three walls of windows & access to a paved patio, ideal for a family room, home office, or a quiet retreat. The primary bedroom with hardwood floors includes a generous walk-in closet & a dramatic primary bath with heated floor, a Euro shower & stunning glass subway tile. Adjoining one of the two bedrooms is a 17x11 bonus room for optional use as a home office, play area, or additional sleeping, 2nd full bath also with heated floor. Convenient 2nd-floor laundry. Garage parking for 3 cars. Walk to town & nearby Adams Park. Easy access to I75 and other popular commutes. A must-see property! BATVAI
REALCOMP #20221038994
Oct 26, 2022
Sold
$763,500
$335/sq ft
Sep 15, 2022
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2022
Listed
$799,900
$351/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21407542
Mar 29, 2018
Sold
$680,000
$299/sq ft
Feb 23, 2018
Pending
—
Jan 23, 2018
Listed
$699,000
$307/sq ft
REALCOMP #218001858
Mar 29, 2018
Sold
$680,000
$299/sq ft
Feb 23, 2018
Pending
—
Jan 23, 2018
Listed
$699,000
$307/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 2013
Sold
$300,000
$132/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #31165470
Oct 18, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 3, 2013
Listed
$325,000
$143/sq ft
REALCOMP #213090136
Oct 31, 2013
Sold
$300,000
$132/sq ft
Oct 18, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 3, 2013
Listed
$325,000
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,633 (+1.9%)
2024
$13,377 (+4.1%)
2023
$12,845 (+16.6%)
2022
$11,020 (−0.9%)
2021
$11,117 (−1.9%)
2020
$11,330 (+1.1%)
2019
$11,210 (+46.1%)
2018
$7,671 (+0.2%)
2017
$7,658 (+4.0%)
2016
$7,361 (−0.6%)
2015
$7,405 (−0.6%)
2014
$7,447
Tax history for 1235 Dorchester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,633 (+1.9%)
2024
$13,377 (+4.1%)
2023
$12,845 (+16.6%)
2022
$11,020 (−0.9%)
2021
$11,117 (−1.9%)
2020
$11,330 (+1.1%)
2019
$11,210 (+46.1%)
2018
$7,671 (+0.2%)
2017
$7,658 (+4.0%)
2016
$7,361 (−0.6%)
2015
$7,405 (−0.6%)
2014
$7,447
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
1,987
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-20-30-351-015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
A district intent is not available for this zoning district
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Office
Educational/school
Recreation
Park & open space
Dec 8, 2023 • Final
Res - electrical
Install a new mini-split system with one head unit.
Electrical
HVAC
Dec 7, 2023 • Final
Res - mechanical
Install a new mini-split system with one head unit.
HVAC
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Paved, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 12
Laundry Features: Upper Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Building Information
Direction Faces: North
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,277
# of Stories Total: 2
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: 80
Lot Size : 80.00 x 141.00
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,118
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Birmingham City School District
Location Information
Directions: North of Maple, directly East off Adams, 5th home on the left hand side.
Subdivision Name: BIRMINGHAM ESTATES - BIRMINGHAM
Cross Street: N. of Maple, E off Adams
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,987
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-20-30-351-015
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealComp
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Harlan Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Derby Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$929,000 – $1.12M
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