Desirable Quiet, tree lined street in Birmingham Estates. This brick colonial is the perfect combination of charm and modern amenities. Enjoy beautiful refinished H/W floors, coved ceilings and timeless architectural details. Beautiful kitchen renovation features custom cabinets, backsplash, granite and SS appliances open to cozy, vaulted family room/gathering space w/ access to patio. Gracious living room w/ fireplace & French doors to bright, 4season sunroom w/ door walls to fenced, private yard. Lovely dining rm w/ bay window & library w/ built-ins. Additional updates: Anderson replacement windows, new gutters, roof (tear off), new skylight and HWH. 2 car attached garage large basement w/ excellent storage & play space. Walk to Birmingham, the rail district, area parks & shops. CLB Exclusion
Desirable Quiet, tree lined street in Birmingham Estates. This brick colonial is the perfect combination of charm and modern amenities. Enjoy beautiful refinished H/W floors, coved ceilings and timeless architectural details. Beautiful kitchen renovation features custom cabinets, backsplash, granite and SS appliances open to cozy, vaulted family room/gathering space w/ access to patio. Gracious living room w/ fireplace & French doors to bright, 4season sunroom w/ door walls to fenced, private yard. Lovely dining rm w/ bay window & library w/ built-ins. Additional updates: Anderson replacement windows, new gutters, roof (tear off), new skylight and HWH. 2 car attached garage large basement w/ excellent storage & play space. Walk to Birmingham, the rail district, area parks & shops. CLB Exclusion
REALCOMP #218060739
Aug 21, 2018
Sold
$510,000
$202/sq ft
Jul 16, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2018
Listed
$519,000
$206/sq ft
REALCOMP #215111661
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$360,000
$143/sq ft
Jan 5, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 24, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2015
Listed
$399,000
$158/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21151173
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$360,000
$143/sq ft
Nov 24, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2015
Listed
$399,000
$158/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,659 (+1.9%)
2024
$13,402 (+4.8%)
2023
$12,789 (+5.2%)
2022
$12,156 (−0.9%)
2021
$12,263 (+4.8%)
2020
$11,697 (−5.6%)
2019
$12,392 (+13.0%)
2018
$10,962 (+0.2%)
2017
$10,943 (+31.9%)
2016
$8,294 (−0.6%)
2015
$8,343 (−0.6%)
2014
$8,391 (+1.0%)
2013
$8,310
Tax history for 1509 Dorchester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,659 (+1.9%)
2024
$13,402 (+4.8%)
2023
$12,789 (+5.2%)
2022
$12,156 (−0.9%)
2021
$12,263 (+4.8%)
2020
$11,697 (−5.6%)
2019
$12,392 (+13.0%)
2018
$10,962 (+0.2%)
2017
$10,943 (+31.9%)
2016
$8,294 (−0.6%)
2015
$8,343 (−0.6%)
2014
$8,391 (+1.0%)
2013
$8,310
*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
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
3,746
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-20-30-354-014
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 15, 2020 • Final
Special treatments in row
Grading
Jun 24, 2020 • Final
Plumbing
Work on a backflow preventer.
Plumbing
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, Direct Access
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 13
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,022
Below Grade Finished Area: 500
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
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 : 80X141.8
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,943
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
Schools Information
School District: Birmingham City School District
Location Information
Directions: Take Dorchester East off of Adams Rd., North of Maple Rd.
Subdivision Name: BIRMINGHAM ESTATES - BIRMINGHAM
Cross Street: Maple Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,746
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-20-30-354-014
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 • 0.3mi
9/10
Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
Birmingham, MI • 48009
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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
$813,000 – $984,000
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