Welcome to 3976 French Rd, Detroit, MI 48214 — a 4-bedroom, 2-bath multifamily-style property with separate entrances and flexible living or leasing options. The home features two units: the lower level offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and front and rear entrances; the upper level includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and a dedicated side entrance. Recent improvements include a new roof (2023), new boiler (2023), new hot water tank, and a newly built balcony and side porch. The front brick porch adds character and curb appeal and will need repair. The interior is ready for updates, offering room to add value through customization. Utility setup includes one thermostat and one boiler providing heat to both units, with water on a single bill for the property. Electric and gas utilities are separately metered for each unit, allowing occupants to manage their own usage. The multi-unit configuration offers opportunities for rental income, personal use with additional space, or a long-term investment approach. A vacant lot next door may be available as part of a complete offer, providing additional outdoor space or potential future use. Explore the potential of this versatile property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
3,049 sq ftLot Size
$72Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kevin Mahone• Keller Williams Realty-Great Lakes
Bought with Kevin Mahone• Keller Williams Realty-Great Lakes
Welcome to 3976 French Rd, Detroit, MI 48214 - a 4-bedroom, 2-bath multifamily-style property with separate entrances and flexible living or leasing options. The home features two units: the lower level offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and front and rear entrances; the upper level includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and a dedicated side entrance. Recent improvements include a new roof (2023), new boiler (2023), new hot water tank, and a newly built balcony and side porch. The front brick porch adds character and curb appeal and will need repair. The interior is ready for updates, offering room to add value through customization. Utility setup includes one thermostat and one boiler providing heat to both units, with water on a single bill for the property. Electric and gas utilities are separately metered for each unit, allowing occupants to manage their own usage. The multi-unit configuration offers opportunities for rental income, personal use with additional space, or a long-term investment approach. A vacant lot next door may be available as part of a complete offer, providing additional outdoor space or potential future use. Explore the potential of this versatile property.
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Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
105 ft.
Lot size
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Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
W21I040102S
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 7, 2026.
R2
Two-Family Residential District
The R2 Two-Family Residential District is designed to protect and enhance those areas developed or likely to develop with single- or two-family dwellings. The district regulations are designed to promote a suitable environment for homes and for activities connected with family life. The only principal uses permitted by right are single- and two-family dwellings. Additional uses are conditional.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 4
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished
Exterior
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Entry Location: GroundLevelwSteps
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,344
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 896
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 30 x 105.13
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.07
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $567
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Detroit
Location Information
Directions: Take I-94 E to French Rd exit. Head south on French Rd past E Canfield St — the property is on the east side of the street, just south of E Canfield and north of Charlevoix.
Subdivision Name: ST CLAIR HEIGHTS EUGENE H SLOMANS
Cross Street: S of E Canfield St / N of Charlevoix St
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: W21I040102S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealcompIILtd
Around this home
Schools
Hutchinson Elementary-Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
Southeastern High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
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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 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$153,000 – $185,000
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