Be a part of history in the most charming home on the market in Franklin Village! Circa 1860 updated "farmhouse" is located on a storybook, highly desirable street in the heart of the Franklin Village Historic District. 2 min. walk to the park, library, village restaurants and shops. In pristine condition, this 2200 sq ft, 3+ bedroom home is a mixture of traditional and soft contemporary living. Beautifully finished with wood floors throughout, original natural fireplace & filled with delightful detailing! Property boasts deep, lush & inviting lot - adjacent to the Rouge River. Master bedroom features a sep 9x12 dressing area, that may also be used as a nursery, study or 4th bedroom. Two car garage/barn w/ 2nd flr storage above. Birmingham Schools makes this offering perfect for a young family or "young at heart" empty nester. A "must see" property for a purchaser looking for that perfect Franklin home. BATVAI ( * 12 hr showing notice please - after 11am * )
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$244Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tracey Menczer• Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
Bought with Harvey Reynolds• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices HWWB
Be a part of history in the most charming home on the market in Franklin Village! Circa 1860 updated "farmhouse" is located on a storybook, highly desirable street in the heart of the Franklin Village Historic District. 2 min. walk to the park, library, village restaurants and shops. In pristine condition, this 2200 sq ft, 3+ bedroom home is a mixture of traditional and soft contemporary living. Beautifully finished with wood floors throughout, original natural fireplace & filled with delightful detailing! Property boasts deep, lush & inviting lot - adjacent to the Rouge River. Master bedroom features a sep 9x12 dressing area, that may also be used as a nursery, study or 4th bedroom. Two car garage/barn w/ 2nd flr storage above. Birmingham Schools makes this offering perfect for a young family or "young at heart" empty nester. A "must see" property for a purchaser looking for that perfect Franklin home. BATVAI ( * 12 hr showing notice please - after 11am * )
Public Records
Feb 17, 1994
Sold
$197,500
$64/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 17, 1994
Sold
$170,000
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,560 (+3.1%)
2024
$11,207 (+5.8%)
2023
$10,592 (+7.8%)
2022
$9,826 (+0.4%)
2021
$9,785 (−2.9%)
2020
$10,074 (+0.5%)
2019
$10,020 (+0.4%)
2018
$9,978 (−1.3%)
2017
$10,113 (+42.5%)
2016
$7,098 (+96.7%)
2015
$3,609 (−4.6%)
2014
$3,785
Tax history for 26088 German Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,560 (+3.1%)
2024
$11,207 (+5.8%)
2023
$10,592 (+7.8%)
2022
$9,826 (+0.4%)
2021
$9,785 (−2.9%)
2020
$10,074 (+0.5%)
2019
$10,020 (+0.4%)
2018
$9,978 (−1.3%)
2017
$10,113 (+42.5%)
2016
$7,098 (+96.7%)
2015
$3,609 (−4.6%)
2014
$3,785
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17,859
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
3,100
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
TF-24-06-226-017
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 1, 2024.
Nov 22, 2024 • Final
Roof
Tear off and replace the roof on a residential building and garage.
Roofing
Nov 19, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
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 Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Direct Access
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Other, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Water Softener Rented
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Has Basement
Basement Details: Interior Entry
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,206
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Cedar
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 84 x 157 x 92 x 222
Lot Size Area: 0.41
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,786
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Available
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Birmingham
Location Information
Directions: East off Franklin Rd between 13 Mile & 14 Mile Roads. At intersection of Wellington and German Mill (next to Cranbrook Realtors office)
Subdivision Name: SUPERVISOR'S PLAT NO 8 FRANKLIN VILLAGE
Cross Street: S of 14 Mile Rd./E of Franklin Rd
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,100
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Oakland County
APN: TF-24-06-226-017
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Apr 1, 2024
Around this home
Schools
West Maple Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Berkshire Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
Wylie E. Groves High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
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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
2/10 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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Franklin, MI • 48025
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$718,000 – $869,000
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