Hot neighborhood in Southwest Detroit. Large 5 bedroom, 2 bath home with great square footage. Close to shopping, freeways, schools, and Downtown. Alley accessible fenced parking at rear of the home. Needs some TLC, but loads of potential. BATVAI.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
3,920 sq ftLot Size
$54Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Thomas Wilson• Smart Realty & Investments Inc
•248-539-0289 (broker)
Bought with Thomas Wilson• Smart Realty & Investments Inc
Hot neighborhood in Southwest Detroit. Large 5 bedroom, 2 bath home with great square footage. Close to shopping, freeways, schools, and Downtown. Alley accessible fenced parking at rear of the home. Needs some TLC, but loads of potential. BATVAI.
REALCOMP #214114257
Mar 16, 2015
Sold
$25,000
$14/sq ft
Mar 11, 2015
Listing Removed
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Nov 25, 2014
Listed
$28,000
$16/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20582028
Mar 16, 2015
Sold
$25,000
$14/sq ft
Mar 11, 2015
Listing Removed
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Nov 23, 2014
Listed
$28,000
$16/sq ft
REALCOMP #27208176
Feb 4, 2008
Sold
$9,500
$5/sq ft
Nov 16, 2007
Listed
$9,900
$6/sq ft
REALCOMP #27097127
Nov 19, 2007
Listing Removed
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May 31, 2007
Listed
$60,000
$34/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #264276
Aug 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 22, 2006
Listed
$60,000
$34/sq ft
REALCOMP #57000264276
Aug 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 22, 2006
Listed
$60,000
$34/sq ft
REALCOMP #26168706
May 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 22, 2006
Listed
$60,000
$34/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #209959
Sep 21, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 24, 2006
Listed
$70,000
$40/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #211056
May 12, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2005
Listed
$62,500
$36/sq ft
REALCOMP #25150450
May 12, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2005
Listed
$62,500
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,811 (−0.3%)
2024
$3,824 (+27.3%)
2023
$3,005 (+247.1%)
2022
$866 (+2.4%)
2021
$845
2020
$845 (+1.4%)
2019
$834 (+3.4%)
2018
$806 (+0.4%)
2017
$803 (−0.3%)
2016
$805 (+1.0%)
2015
$797 (+1.3%)
2014
$787
Tax history for 5636 ROMEYN St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,811 (−0.3%)
2024
$3,824 (+27.3%)
2023
$3,005 (+247.1%)
2022
$866 (+2.4%)
2021
$845
2020
$845 (+1.4%)
2019
$834 (+3.4%)
2018
$806 (+0.4%)
2017
$803 (−0.3%)
2016
$805 (+1.0%)
2015
$797 (+1.3%)
2014
$787
*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
1.5
Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
128 ft.
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,755
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
16000938.
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
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Entry
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=10
Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 4 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 5 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: Entry
Bathroom 1 Length: 8
Bathroom 1 Width: 10
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bathroom 2 Level: Second
Bathroom 2 Length: 8
Bathroom 2 Width: 10
Dining/Kitchen Information
Dining Room Floor Covering: Wood
Kitchen Level: Entry
Kitchen Dimension: 13 x 10
Dining Room Level: Entry
Dining Room Dimension: 12 x 10
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Floor Covering: Wood
Living Room Level: Entry
Living Room Dimensions: 12 x 15
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Porch
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 2 Story
Year Built: 1900
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1240
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 0.09
Roads: Paved Street
Frontage: 30
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $7,158
Total Tax Amount: $742
Summer Tax Amount: $675
Winter Tax Amount: $67
Has Assessments
Assessments Amount: $240
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water: Public Water
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Public At Street
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1755
School Information
School District: Detroit City School District
School District: Detroit City School District
Address Information
Street Designation: Street
Location Details
Directions: W of Junction, S of Toledo
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Detroit
Mail City: Detroit
Subdivision: DUFFIELD HENRY M RESUB
Municipality: Detroit
Area (Municipality): Detroit (82001)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,755
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 16000938.
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
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Around this home
Schools
Neinas Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Western International High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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 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
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$90,000 – $109,000
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