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Single-familyProperty Type
2020Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Conniff• Century 21 AAA North Rochester
Bought with Lori Goldman• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty Bham
Want new construction, but don't want to wait a year, then this rare find in a preferred area of Birmingham, might be just what your looking for. Here you will find this gently lived in new build (2020) Smart home, built by one of Birmingham's premier builders. This minimalistic prairie style contemporary is sure to please even the fussiest of buyers. Completely finished lower level adds an additional 1100 square feet of livable space. This home has been outfitted with the latest custom audio, video, lighting, HVAC and security automation which you can control from your phone. Gourmet kitchen with Thermador appliances throughout. Generac 24kw standby generator for peace of mind. Walk to downtown in minutes. No waiting here, this home is truly turn key, yet affords the new owner the opportunity to put their own touches in with paint, tiled backsplashes, etc. ..
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$980,000
$297/sq ft
May 30, 2023
Listed
$1,050,000
$318/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 6, 2021
Sold
$875,000
$265/sq ft
REALCOMP #2200000465
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$875,000
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Listed
$875,000
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REALCOMP #219038178
Dec 31, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Apr 27, 2019
Listed
$875,000
$265/sq ft
REALCOMP #218111630
Dec 28, 2018
Listing Removed
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Nov 17, 2018
Listed
$895,000
$271/sq ft
REALCOMP #218068163
Oct 5, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jul 21, 2018
Listed
$895,000
$271/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21442130
Jun 8, 2018
Sold
$250,000
$76/sq ft
May 7, 2018
Pending
—
May 2, 2018
Listed
$250,000
$76/sq ft
REALCOMP #218037111
Jun 8, 2018
Sold
$250,000
$76/sq ft
May 7, 2018
Pending
—
May 2, 2018
Listed
$250,000
$76/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21431924
May 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 6, 2018
Listed
$899,900
$273/sq ft
REALCOMP #218028536
May 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 6, 2018
Listed
$899,900
$273/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1999
Sold
$118,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 13, 1994
Sold
$111,400
$34/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 12, 1991
Sold
$71,000
$22/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1978
Sold
$35,000
$11/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1974
Sold
$23,500
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,383 (+1.9%)
2024
$18,037 (+15.5%)
2023
$15,620 (+5.2%)
2022
$14,846 (+14.9%)
2021
$12,925 (+153.9%)
2020
$5,091 (−18.3%)
2019
$6,231 (+115.0%)
2018
$2,898 (+0.2%)
2017
$2,893 (−0.2%)
2016
$2,898 (−0.6%)
2015
$2,916 (−0.6%)
2014
$2,933
Tax history for 788 Ruffner Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,383 (+1.9%)
2024
$18,037 (+15.5%)
2023
$15,620 (+5.2%)
2022
$14,846 (+14.9%)
2021
$12,925 (+153.9%)
2020
$5,091 (−18.3%)
2019
$6,231 (+115.0%)
2018
$2,898 (+0.2%)
2017
$2,893 (−0.2%)
2016
$2,898 (−0.6%)
2015
$2,916 (−0.6%)
2014
$2,933
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.25
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,153
Year built
2019
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
08-19-36-428-010
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
Jul 20, 2022 • Final
Plumbing
Install a backflow preventer for a lawn sprinkler system.
Plumbing
May 10, 2022 • Final
Res - electrical
Generator
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved, Garage Door Opener, Detached
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, Zoned, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Humidifier, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
Room Information
Laundry Features: Upper Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,200
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,100
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Cedar, Stone
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 40
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size : 40 x 100
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,846
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Birmingham City School District
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Leinbach-Humphreys Woodward Ave
Cross Street: Lincoln
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,153
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2019
Year Renovated: —
County: Oakland County
APN: 08-19-36-428-010
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: MiRealSource
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
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
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.13M – $1.37M
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