This enchanting New England style shingle home is full of charm and incredible curb appeal in historic Birmingham Estates. An exceptional floor plan features a spacious living room with fireplace surrounded by custom woodwork and an adjacent wall of built-ins. French doors lead to a screened porch and library/study on first floor bedroom. Adjoining dining room includes original floor-to-ceiling leaded-glass china cabinet and sunny window seat. Inviting kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances. Kitchen opens to family room with second fireplace, wall of built-ins & french doors to rear brick patio with wisteria-covered pergola. Four additional charming bedrooms with custom details and 2 1/2 bathrooms, Pella windows, predominately hardwood floors. Finished basement with third fireplace. Immaculate home with a private setting located at the end of a dead-end street. A short walk to all that downtown Birmingham has to offer and just steps from the Rail District and Whole Foods.
This enchanting New England style shingle home is full of charm and incredible curb appeal in historic Birmingham Estates. An exceptional floor plan features a spacious living room with fireplace surrounded by custom woodwork and an adjacent wall of built-ins. French doors lead to a screened porch and library/study on first floor bedroom. Adjoining dining room includes original floor-to-ceiling leaded-glass china cabinet and sunny window seat. Inviting kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances. Kitchen opens to family room with second fireplace, wall of built-ins & french doors to rear brick patio with wisteria-covered pergola. Four additional charming bedrooms with custom details and 2 1/2 bathrooms, Pella windows, predominately hardwood floors. Finished basement with third fireplace. Immaculate home with a private setting located at the end of a dead-end street. A short walk to all that downtown Birmingham has to offer and just steps from the Rail District and Whole Foods.
REALCOMP #219044461
Aug 2, 2019
Sold
$550,000
$162/sq ft
Jul 2, 2019
Pending
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May 28, 2019
Listed
$568,000
$167/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 1991
Sold
$168,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1977
Sold
$58,000
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,995 (+1.9%)
2024
$11,770 (+4.8%)
2023
$11,231 (+5.2%)
2022
$10,675 (+5.3%)
2021
$10,136 (−1.9%)
2020
$10,330 (+65.9%)
2019
$6,228 (+0.8%)
2018
$6,180 (+0.2%)
2017
$6,170 (−0.2%)
2016
$6,181 (−0.6%)
2015
$6,217 (−0.6%)
2014
$6,253
Tax history for 1859 Yorkshire Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,995 (+1.9%)
2024
$11,770 (+4.8%)
2023
$11,231 (+5.2%)
2022
$10,675 (+5.3%)
2021
$10,136 (−1.9%)
2020
$10,330 (+65.9%)
2019
$6,228 (+0.8%)
2018
$6,180 (+0.2%)
2017
$6,170 (−0.2%)
2016
$6,181 (−0.6%)
2015
$6,217 (−0.6%)
2014
$6,253
*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
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
3,625
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-20-30-377-014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Nov 13, 2022 • Final
Res - accessory structure
ADU
Apr 19, 2022 • Final
Res - electrical
Electrical
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
Parking Features: Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Basement
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 12
Has Basement
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Terrace
Fencing: Fenced
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,694
Below Grade Finished Area: 700
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Cedar, Wood Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 137
Lot Size : 137x191x235
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,179
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
Schools Information
School District: Birmingham City School District
Location Information
Directions: North of Maple, East off Adams
Subdivision Name: BIRMINGHAM ESTATES - BIRMINGHAM
Cross Street: Maple
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,625
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-20-30-377-014
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 • 1.6mi
8/10
Derby Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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
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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
$784,000 – $949,000
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