It's the new year and you just found the perfect house to call home. This gorgeous newer construction Birmingham home in the heart of the Rail District, offers comfortable living in a smart and functional layout. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island that flows into the family room for easy everyday living. The primary suite stands out with its tray ceiling, custom walk-in closet, and a modern bath with a separate soaking tub and walk-in shower. Both secondary bedrooms on the 2nd floor feature vaulted ceilings creating a grand feel. The finished lower level expands your living space with a bar, media area(projector included), the 4th bedroom, and full bath, perfect for guests or recreation. Outside, enjoy a covered front porch, brick paver patio for all of your backyard living, and a wide driveway that leads to a true two-car garage. Two blocks from Birmingham's Kenning Park, complete with playground, ball fields, ice arena, indoor/outdoor tennis courts and steps away from all of the restaurants and retail that make the Rail District truly walkable and special.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$477Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Logan Wert• DOBI Real Estate
•248-385-3350 (broker)
Bought with Laurie Koblin Glass• Max Broock, REALTORS(r)-Birmingham
It's the new year and you just found the perfect house to call home. This gorgeous newer construction Birmingham home in the heart of the Rail District, offers comfortable living in a smart and functional layout. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island that flows into the family room for easy everyday living. The primary suite stands out with its tray ceiling, custom walk-in closet, and a modern bath with a separate soaking tub and walk-in shower. Both secondary bedrooms on the 2nd floor feature vaulted ceilings creating a grand feel. The finished lower level expands your living space with a bar, media area(projector included), the 4th bedroom, and full bath, perfect for guests or recreation. Outside, enjoy a covered front porch, brick paver patio for all of your backyard living, and a wide driveway that leads to a true two-car garage. Two blocks from Birmingham's Kenning Park, complete with playground, ball fields, ice arena, indoor/outdoor tennis courts and steps away from all of the restaurants and retail that make the Rail District truly walkable and special.
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Listing Removed
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Listing Removed
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Jan 8, 2026
Listed
$940,000
$427/sq ft
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Jan 9, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jan 8, 2026
Listed
$940,000
$427/sq ft
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Jan 8, 2026
Listing Removed
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Dec 12, 2025
Listed
$940,000
$427/sq ft
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Jan 8, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jan 8, 2026
Listing Removed
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Dec 12, 2025
Listed
$940,000
$427/sq ft
Dec 9, 2025
Coming Soon
*
MiRealSource-MiMLS #40091012
Nov 17, 2020
Sold
$688,000
$313/sq ft
Nov 17, 2020
Sold
$688,000
$313/sq ft
Oct 26, 2020
Pending
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Aug 13, 2020
Listed
$699,900
$318/sq ft
Aug 13, 2020
Listed
$699,900
$318/sq ft
REALCOMP #2200065437
Nov 17, 2020
Sold
$688,000
$313/sq ft
Oct 26, 2020
Pending
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Aug 13, 2020
Listed
$699,900
$318/sq ft
REALCOMP #216042943
Jul 22, 2016
Sold
$640,000
$291/sq ft
May 12, 2016
Pending
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May 4, 2016
Listed
$639,000
$290/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21142424
Jul 22, 2016
Sold
$640,000
$291/sq ft
Jul 22, 2016
Sold
$640,000
$291/sq ft
May 12, 2016
Pending
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May 4, 2016
Listed
$639,000
$290/sq ft
May 4, 2016
Listed
$639,000
$290/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21001860
Feb 2, 2012
Listing Removed
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Aug 2, 2011
Listed
$399,000
$181/sq ft
REALCOMP #211093715
Feb 2, 2012
Listing Removed
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Aug 2, 2011
Listed
$399,000
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 22, 2011
Sold
$90,000
$41/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21004350
Aug 31, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jul 19, 2011
Listed
$399,900
$182/sq ft
REALCOMP #211076939
Aug 31, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jul 19, 2011
Listed
$399,900
$182/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20695085
Jul 5, 2011
Sold
$90,000
$41/sq ft
Jun 27, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 28, 2011
Listed
$109,000
$50/sq ft
REALCOMP #211056702
Jul 5, 2011
Sold
$90,000
$41/sq ft
May 28, 2011
Listed
$109,000
$50/sq ft
REALCOMP #23060657
Nov 20, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2003
Listed
$212,500
$97/sq ft
Public Records
May 28, 1996
Sold
$85,500
$39/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 3, 1992
Sold
$35,000
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,718 (+1.9%)
2024
$13,460 (+4.8%)
2023
$12,844 (+5.2%)
2022
$12,208 (−7.9%)
2021
$13,249 (+4.2%)
2020
$12,710 (+1.1%)
2019
$12,575 (+0.8%)
2018
$12,479 (−0.6%)
2017
$12,553 (+64.4%)
2016
$7,634 (−0.6%)
2015
$7,680 (−0.6%)
2014
$7,724
Tax history for 1544 Ruffner Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,718 (+1.9%)
2024
$13,460 (+4.8%)
2023
$12,844 (+5.2%)
2022
$12,208 (−7.9%)
2021
$13,249 (+4.2%)
2020
$12,710 (+1.1%)
2019
$12,575 (+0.8%)
2018
$12,479 (−0.6%)
2017
$12,553 (+64.4%)
2016
$7,634 (−0.6%)
2015
$7,680 (−0.6%)
2014
$7,724
*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
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Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,905
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-20-31-302-029
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