Walk to town from this Birmingham Craftsman style cottage with most of the original architectural detailing intact. Interior design/detailing gives the word "charming" new meaning. Open LR DR KIT floor plan makes home feel much larger than it is. Deck steps from back door is a great spot for warm weather dining or just enjoying the tranquil private yard and handsome garden/plantings. Or take in the neighborhood activity from the covered front porch!
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$613Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Susan Carter• Sine & Monaghan Realtors LLC Royal Oak
•248-549-7400 (broker)
•admin@sinemonaghan.com (broker)
Bought with Susan Carter• Sine & Monaghan Realtors LLC Royal Oak
Walk to town from this Birmingham Craftsman style cottage with most of the original architectural detailing intact. Interior design/detailing gives the word "charming" new meaning. Open LR DR KIT floor plan makes home feel much larger than it is. Deck steps from back door is a great spot for warm weather dining or just enjoying the tranquil private yard and handsome garden/plantings. Or take in the neighborhood activity from the covered front porch!
Public Records
Aug 7, 2001
Sold
$156,500
$202/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 28, 1993
Sold
$77,000
$99/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 15, 1990
Sold
$70,500
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1983
Sold
$45,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,783 (+1.9%)
2024
$6,655 (+4.8%)
2023
$6,351 (+5.2%)
2022
$6,036 (−0.9%)
2021
$6,090 (+73.4%)
2020
$3,511 (+26.7%)
2019
$2,770 (+0.8%)
2018
$2,749 (+0.2%)
2017
$2,745 (−0.2%)
2016
$2,749 (−0.6%)
2015
$2,766 (+6.9%)
2014
$2,587
Tax history for 1423 Ruffner
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,783 (+1.9%)
2024
$6,655 (+4.8%)
2023
$6,351 (+5.2%)
2022
$6,036 (−0.9%)
2021
$6,090 (+73.4%)
2020
$3,511 (+26.7%)
2019
$2,770 (+0.8%)
2018
$2,749 (+0.2%)
2017
$2,745 (−0.2%)
2016
$2,749 (−0.6%)
2015
$2,766 (+6.9%)
2014
$2,587
*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
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,146
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-20-31-301-047
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
R3
Single-Family Residential District
A district intent is not available for this zoning district
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Office
Educational/school
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Interior Features: Cable/Internet Avail.
Appliances: Dryer, Range/Oven, Washer
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Entry
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bedroom 2 Level: Entry
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Entry
Kitchen Dimension: 12 x 10
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: Entry
Living Room Dimensions: 19 x 13
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1924
Lot Information
Lot Size: 40,120
Land Information
Acreage: 0.11
Roads: Paved Street
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Summer Tax Amount: $2,184
Winter Tax Amount: $346
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water: Public Water At Street
Cooling System: Central A/C
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Public At Street
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=774
School Information
School District: Birmingham City School District
School District: Birmingham City School District
Location Details
Municipality: Birmingham
Mail City: Birmingham
Subdivision: LEINBACH-HUMPHREY'S WOOWARD AVE SUB
Municipality: Birmingham
Area (Municipality): Birmingham (63192)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,146
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-20-31-301-047
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: MiRealSource
Originating MLS: MI Real Source
Around this home
Schools
Pembroke Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Derby Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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
3/10 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
Birmingham, MI • 48009-74137
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.4 hrs
2.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$451,000 – $546,000
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