This completely updated home is located just walking distance to Downtown Birmingham, Pierce Elementary, and St. James Park. The spacious kitchen includes upgraded stainless steel appliances and solid surface counter-tops. Recently added new carpet and hardwood flooring throughout the home. The Kitchen opens to the sunken dining room, living room and family room. This home has what every buyer wants, a sun filled open floor plan. The living room has a vaulted ceiling with skylights and a magnificent gas fireplace surrounded by custom detailed millwork. The Large door-wall access opens to the private fenced yard and patio from the living room and dining room areas. Gorgeous master bedroom suite with a vaulted ceiling with a large updated bathroom, deep soaker tub and walk-in closet. The partially finished lower level is perfect for entertaining. 4 hour notice to show.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dan Gutfreund• Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham
Bought with Tammy Hernandez• Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham
This completely updated home is located just walking distance to Downtown Birmingham, Pierce Elementary, and St. James Park. The spacious kitchen includes upgraded stainless steel appliances and solid surface counter-tops. Recently added new carpet and hardwood flooring throughout the home. The Kitchen opens to the sunken dining room, living room and family room. This home has what every buyer wants, a sun filled open floor plan. The living room has a vaulted ceiling with skylights and a magnificent gas fireplace surrounded by custom detailed millwork. The Large door-wall access opens to the private fenced yard and patio from the living room and dining room areas. Gorgeous master bedroom suite with a vaulted ceiling with a large updated bathroom, deep soaker tub and walk-in closet. The partially finished lower level is perfect for entertaining. 4 hour notice to show.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20860203
Mar 12, 2013
Sold
$335,500
$119/sq ft
Feb 25, 2013
Listing Removed
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Dec 11, 2012
Listed
$350,000
$124/sq ft
REALCOMP #212123171
Mar 12, 2013
Sold
$335,500
$119/sq ft
Feb 25, 2013
Listing Removed
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Dec 11, 2012
Listed
$350,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 14, 2007
Sold
$322,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 13, 2007
Sold
$435,000
$155/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #829706
Dec 31, 2006
Listing Removed
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Mar 8, 2006
Listed
$399,900
$142/sq ft
REALCOMP #26148443
Aug 22, 2006
Listed
$399,900
$142/sq ft
REALCOMP #26124336
Aug 18, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jul 18, 2006
Listed
$439,900
$156/sq ft
REALCOMP #26037980
May 19, 2006
Listing Removed
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Mar 8, 2006
Listed
$439,900
$156/sq ft
REALCOMP #25177560
Mar 15, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Dec 12, 2005
Listed
$439,900
$156/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #829671
Feb 28, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2005
Listed
$439,900
$156/sq ft
REALCOMP #25113085
Dec 8, 2005
Listing Removed
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Aug 8, 2005
Listed
$449,000
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 22, 1999
Sold
$390,000
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 2, 1997
Sold
$274,900
$98/sq ft
Public Records
May 16, 1996
Sold
$202,000
$72/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 1990
Sold
$172,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 26, 1989
Sold
$35,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,536 (+1.9%)
2024
$9,357 (+4.8%)
2023
$8,928 (+5.2%)
2022
$8,487 (−0.9%)
2021
$8,562 (−1.9%)
2020
$8,726 (+1.1%)
2019
$8,633 (−1.6%)
2018
$8,772 (−0.2%)
2017
$8,792 (+11.9%)
2016
$7,860 (−0.6%)
2015
$7,907 (−0.6%)
2014
$7,953
Tax history for 651 Ruffner Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,536 (+1.9%)
2024
$9,357 (+4.8%)
2023
$8,928 (+5.2%)
2022
$8,487 (−0.9%)
2021
$8,562 (−1.9%)
2020
$8,726 (+1.1%)
2019
$8,633 (−1.6%)
2018
$8,772 (−0.2%)
2017
$8,792 (+11.9%)
2016
$7,860 (−0.6%)
2015
$7,907 (−0.6%)
2014
$7,953
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,914
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-19-36-426-049
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 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
Oct 29, 2022 • Final
Res - mechanical
Replace the existing furnace.
HVAC
May 2, 2022 • Final
Res - electrical
Replace the existing furnace.
Electrical
HVAC
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: 12
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,912
Below Grade Finished Area: 900
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Has Home Warranty
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 40
Lot Size : 40X120
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,939
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Birmingham City School District
Location Information
Directions: South of Lincoln West of Woodward
Subdivision Name: LEINBACH-HUMPHREY'S WOODWARD AVE SUB
Cross Street: of Lincoln
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,914
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-19-36-426-049
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealComp
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Pierce Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Derby Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$696,000 – $842,000
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