Welcome to this expanded and updated federal colonial home on the cornet lot of a quiet, mature tree lined street, in the desirable Birmingham Estates sub. It is walking distance to Derby MS, downtown Birmingham and the vibrant Rail District. Highlights include hardwood floors/large carpeted master bedroom with cathedral ceiling/large well lit Calif walk in closet/2015 remodeled master bath with Euro shower. LR with gas fireplace and adjacent family room offer a family friendly floor plan. Sliding glass doors open family room to spacious outdoor cedar deck/paved patio with native plants installed by Drew Lathin of Sustainable Landscapes. The kitchen features maple cabinets/granite counters/ceramic tile floor/bay window. The dining room also has a bay window. New Anderson windows were added to the addition space in 2015. The roof was replaced in 2012. The lower level office could be fourth bedroom. This freshly painted home is ready to be moved into by its new owner. Home Warranty
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$394Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Joseph Brandonisio• Real Estate One-Troy
Bought with Haig Istamboulian• Arterra Realty Michigan LLC
Welcome to this expanded and updated federal colonial home on the cornet lot of a quiet, mature tree lined street, in the desirable Birmingham Estates sub. It is walking distance to Derby MS, downtown Birmingham and the vibrant Rail District. Highlights include hardwood floors/large carpeted master bedroom with cathedral ceiling/large well lit Calif walk in closet/2015 remodeled master bath with Euro shower. LR with gas fireplace and adjacent family room offer a family friendly floor plan. Sliding glass doors open family room to spacious outdoor cedar deck/paved patio with native plants installed by Drew Lathin of Sustainable Landscapes. The kitchen features maple cabinets/granite counters/ceramic tile floor/bay window. The dining room also has a bay window. New Anderson windows were added to the addition space in 2015. The roof was replaced in 2012. The lower level office could be fourth bedroom. This freshly painted home is ready to be moved into by its new owner. Home Warranty
REALCOMP #217030580
Jun 19, 2017
Sold
$573,900
$221/sq ft
Apr 26, 2017
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2017
Listed
$573,900
$221/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1988
Sold
$204,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,272 (+1.9%)
2024
$15,966 (+4.8%)
2023
$15,235 (+19.0%)
2022
$12,804 (−0.9%)
2021
$12,917 (−1.9%)
2020
$13,164 (+1.1%)
2019
$13,024 (+0.8%)
2018
$12,924 (+34.9%)
2017
$9,578 (−0.2%)
2016
$9,596 (−0.4%)
2015
$9,630 (−0.6%)
2014
$9,686
Tax history for 1679 Dorchester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,272 (+1.9%)
2024
$15,966 (+4.8%)
2023
$15,235 (+19.0%)
2022
$12,804 (−0.9%)
2021
$12,917 (−1.9%)
2020
$13,164 (+1.1%)
2019
$13,024 (+0.8%)
2018
$12,924 (+34.9%)
2017
$9,578 (−0.2%)
2016
$9,596 (−0.4%)
2015
$9,630 (−0.6%)
2014
$9,686
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
4,418
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-20-30-354-020
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
Oct 2, 2023 • Final
Res - mechanical
HVAC
Sep 20, 2023 • Final
Res - plumbing
Bathroom
Remodel
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, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Humidifier, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Basement, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,595
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Has Home Warranty
Foundation Details: Block
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 x 141.8
Lot Size Area: 0.29
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.29
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,596
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Birmingham
Location Information
Directions: From Maple Rd at Adams Rd, go North on Adams Rd and turn Left on Dorchester
Subdivision Name: BIRMINGHAM ESTATES - BIRMINGHAM
Cross Street: N of Maple/E of Adams
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,418
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-20-30-354-020
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
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 • 2.4mi
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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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
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Estimated sale price
$971,000 – $1.18M
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