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About this home
Beautifully updated brick Cape Cod ideally located in Detroit on the border of Grosse Pointe Park! This gorgeous three-bedroom, two-full-bath home has been completely renovated and is truly move-in ready. The spacious kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances and plenty of room for entertaining, while hardwood floors throughout add warmth and character to the home. One of the standout features is the massive 3-car garage, offering an incredible amount of parking, workspace, and flexibility. Measuring approximately 30' x 30' with a 10-foot overhead door, this is an ideal setup for a contractor, handyman, car enthusiast, or anyone needing substantial additional space, or rental storage for cars and boats, etc. The property was previously operated as a successful short-term rental and performed extremely well, offering an excellent opportunity for an investor or buyer looking for a home with proven rental potential. With its attractive brick exterior, extensive updates, spacious interior, and extraordinary garage, this property offers a rare combination of charm, functionality, and income potential in a highly desirable location. UPDATED SHOWER AND BATH being installed prior to closing. Schedule your showing today!
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
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
Provided by GreatSchools
About Jefferson
East
Jefferson East, located between Downtown Detroit and Grosse Pointe, is a historic and waterfront-adjacent Detroit neighborhood with a lakefront park edge and a long commercial corridor. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along E Jefferson Ave near Van Dyke St, where storefronts, murals, and long-running local counters set a steady street rhythm. The Red Hook anchors the dining scene with a classic Detroit bar-and-grill feel. The Detroit RiverWalk and Mt. Elliott Park frame daily routines with wide views and open lawns. Housing reads as brick two-flats, compact bungalows, and mid-century apartment buildings, with pockets of restored facades. The pace feels grounded, with coffee stops and riverfront paths shaping the day.
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Offer insights
454 Alter Rd · $189,500
$196K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $196K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
5 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.5%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Living room fireplace
Basement
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Forced-air natural gas heating
No cooling
Home design
Single-family residence
Two stories
Parking
Detached garage with 3 spaces
Construction
Aluminum siding and brick
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Homeowners association
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Beautifully updated brick Cape Cod ideally located in Detroit on the border of Grosse Pointe Park! This gorgeous three-bedroom, two-full-bath home has been completely renovated and is truly move-in ready. The spacious kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances and plenty of room for entertaining, while hardwood floors throughout add warmth and character to the home. One of the standout features is the massive 3-car garage, offering an incredible amount of parking, workspace, and flexibility. Measuring approximately 30' x 30' with a 10-foot overhead door, this is an ideal setup for a contractor, handyman, car enthusiast, or anyone needing substantial additional space, or rental storage for cars and boats, etc. The property was previously operated as a successful short-term rental and performed extremely well, offering an excellent opportunity for an investor or buyer looking for a home with proven rental potential. With its attractive brick exterior, extensive updates, spacious interior, and extraordinary garage, this property offers a rare combination of charm, functionality, and income potential in a highly desirable location. UPDATED SHOWER AND BATH being installed prior to closing. Schedule your showing today!
REALCOMP #58050221873
Oct 26, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Oct 19, 2026
Price Changed
$189,500
$123/sq ft
Oct 12, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Sep 30, 2026
Price Changed
$195,000
$127/sq ft
Sep 28, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Sep 18, 2026
Listed
$225,000
$146/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50221873
Oct 26, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Oct 19, 2026
Price Changed
$189,500
$123/sq ft
Sep 30, 2026
Price Changed
$195,000
$127/sq ft
Sep 18, 2026
Listed
$225,000
$146/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #60291365
Aug 2, 2024
Sold
$175,000
$114/sq ft
Mar 25, 2024
Pending
—
Mar 4, 2024
Listed
$169,000
$110/sq ft
Mar 3, 2024
Coming Soon
$169,000
$110/sq ft
REALCOMP #20240013149
Aug 2, 2024
Sold
$175,000
$114/sq ft
Mar 25, 2024
Pending
—
Mar 4, 2024
Listed
$169,000
$110/sq ft
Mar 3, 2024
Coming Soon
$169,000
$110/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 19, 2024
Sold
$175,000
$114/sq ft
REALCOMP #210133902
Nov 23, 2010
Listed
$8,000
$5/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 14, 2001
Sold
$97,000
$63/sq ft
REALCOMP #20025804
Jul 31, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Apr 18, 2000
Listed
$135,000
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,659 (+205.3%)
2024
$2,836 (+51.2%)
2023
$1,876 (+3.3%)
2022
$1,816 (+3.0%)
2021
$1,764
2020
$1,764 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,735 (+4.1%)
2018
$1,667 (−2.7%)
2017
$1,714 (−41.2%)
2016
$2,917 (+1.3%)
2015
$2,880 (+11.5%)
2014
$2,583
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
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,538
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,538
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
21062651.
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 24, 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
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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Detroit, MI • 48215
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
2.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 454 Alter Rd
$190,142
$642 over list price of $190K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $123K to $343K.