Jefferson-Chalmers House Hack-ready brick duplex, the upper flat already with a tenant in place, and income producing. This versatile residence is also ideal for investors looking for a stable and well-maintained home. The main floor offers a welcoming living room with a natural fireplace and pewabic tile, a pristine, vintage kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath; newer LVP runs throughout the first floor. The second-floor unit includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, a second living room, and a kitchen renovated in 2022, LVP throughout, plus a screened balcony looking into Grosse Pointe. Separate rear entrances provide privacy for each level, enhancing rental potential. Recently updated, the home boasts a newer roof, vinyl windows, basement glass block windows, a fully brick exterior, dual furnaces and central AC installed in 2022, a shared hot water tank (2022), and separate electrical panels (2022). Additional features include a fenced backyard, garage with opener, and a partially-finished basement with full bath. Located in the Historic Jefferson-Chalmers District, with parks, boat access, dining at the end of the street, and easy access to the Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, Downtown Detroit, and the Grosse Pointes.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
$161Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jan Dijkers• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse
Jefferson-Chalmers House Hack-ready brick duplex, the upper flat already with a tenant in place, and income producing. This versatile residence is also ideal for investors looking for a stable and well-maintained home. The main floor offers a welcoming living room with a natural fireplace and pewabic tile, a pristine, vintage kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath; newer LVP runs throughout the first floor. The second-floor unit includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, a second living room, and a kitchen renovated in 2022, LVP throughout, plus a screened balcony looking into Grosse Pointe. Separate rear entrances provide privacy for each level, enhancing rental potential. Recently updated, the home boasts a newer roof, vinyl windows, basement glass block windows, a fully brick exterior, dual furnaces and central AC installed in 2022, a shared hot water tank (2022), and separate electrical panels (2022). Additional features include a fenced backyard, garage with opener, and a partially-finished basement with full bath. Located in the Historic Jefferson-Chalmers District, with parks, boat access, dining at the end of the street, and easy access to the Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, Downtown Detroit, and the Grosse Pointes.
REALCOMP #20250018530
May 30, 2025
Sold
$300,000
$185/sq ft
May 6, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 23, 2025
Contingent
—
Mar 19, 2025
Listed
$315,000
$194/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #60354732
Mar 12, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2024
Listed
$315,000
$194/sq ft
REALCOMP #20240085732
Mar 13, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2024
Listed
$315,000
$194/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50051360
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$199,000
$123/sq ft
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$199,000
$123/sq ft
Aug 18, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 9, 2021
Listed
$199,000
$123/sq ft
Aug 9, 2021
Listed
$199,000
$123/sq ft
REALCOMP #58050051360
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$199,000
$123/sq ft
Aug 9, 2021
Listed
$199,000
$123/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,430 (−30.9%)
2024
$4,961 (+50.9%)
2023
$3,288 (+3.5%)
2022
$3,177 (+109.7%)
2021
$1,515 (+0.5%)
2020
$1,508 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,484 (+4.2%)
2018
$1,424 (−2.9%)
2017
$1,467 (−44.2%)
2016
$2,627 (+1.4%)
2015
$2,591 (−9.7%)
2014
$2,868 (+2.3%)
2013
$2,805
Tax history for 440 Alter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,430 (−30.9%)
2024
$4,961 (+50.9%)
2023
$3,288 (+3.5%)
2022
$3,177 (+109.7%)
2021
$1,515 (+0.5%)
2020
$1,508 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,484 (+4.2%)
2018
$1,424 (−2.9%)
2017
$1,467 (−44.2%)
2016
$2,627 (+1.4%)
2015
$2,591 (−9.7%)
2014
$2,868 (+2.3%)
2013
$2,805
*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
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.75
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,620
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
21062648.
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 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: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 3
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement Type: Block, Common, Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Brick
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Information
Property Type: Multi-Family
Property Type: Duplex
Structure Style: 2 Story
Year Built: 1956
Land Information
Acreage: 0.16
Roads: Paved Street
Frontage: 50
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $37,044
Total Tax Amount: $3,373
Summer Tax Amount: $3,041
Winter Tax Amount: $332
Has Assessments
Assessments Amount: $250
Lease/Rent Information
Has Lease
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Heater: Gas
Water: Public Water
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan(S), Central A/C
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Heating System: Forced Air
Location
Mult-Unit Information
# of Units (Total): 2
Homeowners Association Information
Community Amenities: Laundry Facility, Private Entry
School Information
School District: Detroit City School District
School District: Detroit City School District
Location Details
Directions: South on Alter / East of Jefferson
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Detroit
Mail City: Detroit
Subdivision: WINDMILL POINTE SUB (ALSO P6) (PLATS)
Municipality: Detroit
Area (Municipality): Detroit (82001)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,620
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 21062648.
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
Around this home
Schools
Carstens Elementary-Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
East English Village Preparatory Academy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 72-80% chance 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Detroit, MI • 48215 3105
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$248,000 – $300,000
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