As soon as you step up onto the classic covered porch, you can immediately feel the warmth and charm of this East English Village gem. Crossing the threshold, sunlight spills through every window, dancing across rich hardwood floors that lead you straight toward the cozy, stately fireplace, the natural heart of the main living space. From there, your day unfolds effortlessly. You wander into the brightly updated kitchen, equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances and designed for easy morning routines and weekend cooking alike. Heading upstairs, three spacious bedrooms showcase gleaming original hardwood floors, soft neutral tones, updated ceiling fans, and generous natural light, and a private second-story balcony overlooking the backyard. The home's layout features two and half total bathrooms for ultimate convenience, including the main-floor half bath with vintage black-and-white mosaic tile, and a fully renovated main bath complete with elegant marble-look tiling and a custom glass-enclosed shower, and another one in the basement for top convenience. Stepping out back, the home reveals its best-kept secret: a light-filled three-season patio. It's the ultimate spot for sipping your morning coffee or unwinding as the sun sets over a deep, fully fenced backyard. With a new driveway and a spacious two-car garage completing the grounds, every detail here feels tailored for comfortable, effortless living. This isn't just a property; it's the backdrop for your next chapter. Schedule your tour today and come see what home feels like!
East English Village, located between Mack Avenue and I-94, is a residential and historic Detroit neighborhood with brick Tudor revivals and broad, tree-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Mack Avenue corridor near Cadieux Road, where corner storefronts, longtime eateries, and everyday services set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Housing stock leans toward 1930s-era craftsmanship—steep gables, leaded-glass details, and deep setbacks that frame front lawns. Side streets feel quiet and orderly, while Mack keeps things practical with small-business energy. Nearby green space and the lakefront pull outdoor time toward walks, runs, and weekend loops. The pace reads calm, with architecture doing most of the talking.
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Offer insights
5737 Harvard Rd · $259,900
$264K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $264K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
19 days
The average home goes pending in 21 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.5%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Fireplace in the living room
Finished basement
Total of 9 rooms
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the second floor
Bedroom sizes: 12 x 18; 11 x 14; approx. 13' wide
Bedrooms have wood flooring
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One lavatory (powder room)
Ceramic flooring in bathrooms
Kitchen
Kitchen located on the entry level, approximately 12 x 19
Includes dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Basement provides additional finished space (utility/laundry possible)
Flooring
Wood flooring in living room, dining room, and bedrooms
Ceramic tile in bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Brick exterior
Porch
Paved street frontage
Home design
Residential 2-story home
Built in 1937
Basement present
Parking
Detached 2-car garage
Construction
Brick construction
Basement foundation
Utilities
Natural gas heat and gas water heater
Public water at street
Public sewer at street
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
As soon as you step up onto the classic covered porch, you can immediately feel the warmth and charm of this East English Village gem. Crossing the threshold, sunlight spills through every window, dancing across rich hardwood floors that lead you straight toward the cozy, stately fireplace, the natural heart of the main living space. From there, your day unfolds effortlessly. You wander into the brightly updated kitchen, equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances and designed for easy morning routines and weekend cooking alike. Heading upstairs, three spacious bedrooms showcase gleaming original hardwood floors, soft neutral tones, updated ceiling fans, and generous natural light, and a private second-story balcony overlooking the backyard. The home’s layout features two and half total bathrooms for ultimate convenience, including the main-floor half bath with vintage black-and-white mosaic tile, and a fully renovated main bath complete with elegant marble-look tiling and a custom glass-enclosed shower, and another one in the basement for top convenience. Stepping out back, the home reveals its best-kept secret: a light-filled three-season patio. It’s the ultimate spot for sipping your morning coffee or unwinding as the sun sets over a deep, fully fenced backyard. With a new driveway and a spacious two-car garage completing the grounds, every detail here feels tailored for comfortable, effortless living. This isn’t just a property; it’s the backdrop for your next chapter. Schedule your tour today and come see what home feels like!
MiRealSource-MiMLS #61022235
Aug 22, 2026
Listed
$259,900
$108/sq ft
Aug 18, 2026
Coming Soon
$259,900
$108/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #40097893
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$175,000
$73/sq ft
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$175,000
$73/sq ft
Sep 30, 2020
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 1, 2020
Listed
$159,000
$66/sq ft
Sep 1, 2020
Listed
$159,000
$66/sq ft
REALCOMP #2200071627
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$175,000
$73/sq ft
Sep 30, 2020
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 1, 2020
Listed
$159,000
$66/sq ft
Welcome home to this beautiful Colonial in East English Village. This home features gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, stately fireplace, and spacious rooms with loads of natural light. Recent improvements include a new driveway, updates to kitchen and lavatory, and newer appliances. The full bath features meticulously maintained subway tiles. The house sits on a deep, fenced in lot, has a two car garage, and a three-season patio. Schedule your tour today.
Greater Lansing AoR #21469324
Aug 3, 2018
Sold
$150,000
$62/sq ft
Aug 3, 2018
Sold
$150,000
$62/sq ft
Jul 19, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2018
Listed
$150,000
$62/sq ft
Jul 2, 2018
Listed
$150,000
$62/sq ft
REALCOMP #218053175
Aug 3, 2018
Sold
$150,000
$62/sq ft
Jul 19, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2018
Listed
$150,000
$62/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21268935
Oct 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2017
Price Changed
$62,000
$26/sq ft
Sep 1, 2017
Price Changed
$69,900
$29/sq ft
Sep 1, 2017
Relisted
—
Mar 14, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 7, 2017
Listed
$21,500
$9/sq ft
REALCOMP #217011989
Oct 7, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2017
Price Changed
$62,000
$26/sq ft
Sep 1, 2017
Price Changed
$69,900
$29/sq ft
Sep 1, 2017
Relisted
—
Mar 14, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 7, 2017
Listed
$21,500
$9/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #238811
Apr 28, 2008
Sold
$64,900
$27/sq ft
Apr 15, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 5, 2008
Listed
$69,900
$29/sq ft
REALCOMP #28023254
Apr 25, 2008
Sold
$64,900
$27/sq ft
Feb 5, 2008
Listed
$69,900
$29/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #208779
Feb 5, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 22, 2007
Listed
$69,900
$29/sq ft
REALCOMP #27191877
Feb 5, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 22, 2007
Listed
$84,900
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$937 (−0.2%)
2017
$939 (−40.7%)
2016
$1,583 (−16.5%)
2015
$1,895 (+0.4%)
2014
$1,887
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,329
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,329
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
27080198.
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2025.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
The R1 Single-Family Residential District is designed to protect and preserve quiet, low-density residential areas now primarily developed and those areas which will be developed with single-family detached dwellings and characterized by a high ratio of home ownership. The regulations for this district are designed to stabilize and protect the essential characteristics of the district and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for activities associated with family life. To these ends, development is limited to a relatively low concentration and uses permitted by right are limited to single-family detached dwellings which provide homes for the residents of the area. Additional residential uses such as religious institutions, neighborhood centers, and utility uses necessary to serve the immediate area may be permitted on a conditional basis.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
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 95° 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 • 48224 2007
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Detroit. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
4.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5737 Harvard Rd
$260,688
$788 over list price of $260K
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