Charming Ferndale ranch boasts a lovely open floor plan, updated kitchen, and gorgeous private backyard with above ground pool. Stamped concrete front patio leads to a spacious living room with recessed lighting, crown molding, and custom wood blinds. Bright open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, built-in stovetop, granite counters, dark cherry cabinets, built-in desk, and custom recessed ceiling. Laundry room/mudroom with access to the backyard. Two nice sized bedrooms with ample closet space share a full bath with a vessel sink. Extra storage in the hallway closets. Beautiful private backyard with high end fencing, iron gate, patio, detached one and a half car garage with skylight, and above ground pool with solar heat and newer filter. Walking distance to local parks and close to downtown Ferndale shopping and restaurants. Welcome Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jim Shaffer• Good Company
•248-733-5811 (broker)
•gina@goodcompanyrealty.com (broker)
Bought with Kaitlyn Pangrazzi• @properties Christie's RE Michigan
Charming Ferndale ranch boasts a lovely open floor plan, updated kitchen, and gorgeous private backyard with above ground pool. Stamped concrete front patio leads to a spacious living room with recessed lighting, crown molding, and custom wood blinds. Bright open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, built-in stovetop, granite counters, dark cherry cabinets, built-in desk, and custom recessed ceiling. Laundry room/mudroom with access to the backyard. Two nice sized bedrooms with ample closet space share a full bath with a vessel sink. Extra storage in the hallway closets. Beautiful private backyard with high end fencing, iron gate, patio, detached one and a half car garage with skylight, and above ground pool with solar heat and newer filter. Walking distance to local parks and close to downtown Ferndale shopping and restaurants. Welcome Home!
REALCOMP #2210082414
Dec 29, 2021
Sold
$170,000
$206/sq ft
Nov 12, 2021
Pending
—
Nov 4, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 30, 2021
Listed
$174,900
$212/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #40217920
Sep 30, 2021
Listing Removed
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Aug 26, 2021
Listed
$174,900
$212/sq ft
REALCOMP #2210070446
Sep 30, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Aug 26, 2021
Listed
$174,900
$212/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50049671
Aug 18, 2021
Listing Removed
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Aug 5, 2021
Price Changed
$185,000
$224/sq ft
Jul 26, 2021
Listed
$205,000
$248/sq ft
REALCOMP #58050049671
Aug 18, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jul 26, 2021
Listed
$185,000
$224/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 7, 2006
Sold
$121,000
$146/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 2003
Sold
$101,000
$122/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #364057
Oct 22, 2003
Sold
$101,000
$122/sq ft
Aug 26, 2003
Listing Removed
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Aug 7, 2003
Listed
$104,900
$127/sq ft
REALCOMP #23082939
Aug 7, 2003
Listed
$104,900
$127/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 2003
Sold
$50,000
$61/sq ft
REALCOMP #22111734
Jan 5, 2003
Listing Removed
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Dec 15, 2002
Listed
$55,900
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,218 (+1.3%)
2024
$4,162 (+3.6%)
2023
$4,019 (+2.9%)
2022
$3,905 (+150.9%)
2021
$1,557 (+2.0%)
2020
$1,526 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,501 (+2.0%)
2018
$1,471 (+1.3%)
2017
$1,453 (+1.7%)
2016
$1,429 (+5.2%)
2015
$1,358 (−1.5%)
2014
$1,379
Tax history for 217 STRATFORD Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,218 (+1.3%)
2024
$4,162 (+3.6%)
2023
$4,019 (+2.9%)
2022
$3,905 (+150.9%)
2021
$1,557 (+2.0%)
2020
$1,526 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,501 (+2.0%)
2018
$1,471 (+1.3%)
2017
$1,453 (+1.7%)
2016
$1,429 (+5.2%)
2015
$1,358 (−1.5%)
2014
$1,379
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,530 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
826
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
24-25-33-481-042
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
To encourage a mix of homes dwelling 1-unit; 2-unit; and accessory dwellings ADs to create cohesive, walkable neighborhoods. 3-unit and 4-unit dwellings are allowed by Special Land Use approval up to a maximum of 4-units per lot including an AD. Neighborhood serving amenities and services such as religious institutions, parks, and recreation are also permitted. The district is defined by tree-lined streets, homes of different architectural styles, and cohesive neighborhoods that facilitate social interaction i.e., front porches, garages located to the side of the dwelling or detached at the rear of the property, etc. The R-1 District prioritizes pedestrian activity via building design, traffic calming infrastructure, crosswalks, sidewalks, and bike lanes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Oct 17, 2017 • Final
Building
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 1.5
Garage Type: Gar Door Opener, Detached Garage, Electric In Garage