171 Merriweather Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
About this home
Sunny, warm and inviting, this thoughtfully updated center entry Colonial is ideally located in a highly desirable neighborhood in the heart of the Farms. Colorful exterior accents guide you into the crisp, welcoming interior. A vestibule opens to the front hall, flanked by a spacious formal dining room and a gracious living room with fireplace and custom built-ins. The family room, also featuring built-ins, overlooks the deep backyard and sits adjacent to a cozy four-season sunroom with radiant heated floor. The eat-in kitchen has been beautifully updated with new countertops and sink, backsplash, designer wallpaper and hardware. It includes a built-in banquette, Liebherr stainless steel refrigerator, and Thermador gas range. There are two and one-half bathrooms above grade, including one that is completely new, along with an updated private primary bath and an additional full bathroom in the basement. Recent improvements include a new furnace (2026), updated electrical panel, soffit lighting in many rooms, and Pella windows throughout. The expansive 23 x 42 four-car tandem garage offers exceptional space for vehicles, bikes, a workshop or studio. The fenced yard features a paver patio, pergola and raised garden beds. Additional highlights include copper gutters and downspouts with leaf guards. The basement is dry and not affected by city-wide flooding events. Well-equipped, warm and inviting, and available May 1st for immediate occupancy.
Sunny, warm and inviting, this thoughtfully updated center entry Colonial is ideally located in a highly desirable neighborhood in the heart of the Farms. Colorful exterior accents guide you into the crisp, welcoming interior. A vestibule opens to the front hall, flanked by a spacious formal dining room and a gracious living room with fireplace and custom built-ins. The family room, also featuring built-ins, overlooks the deep backyard and sits adjacent to a cozy four-season sunroom with radiant heated floor. The eat-in kitchen has been beautifully updated with new countertops and sink, backsplash, designer wallpaper and hardware. It includes a built-in banquette, Liebherr stainless steel refrigerator, and Thermador gas range. There are two and one-half bathrooms above grade, including one that is completely new, along with an updated private primary bath and an additional full bathroom in the basement. Recent improvements include a new furnace (2026), updated electrical panel, soffit lighting in many rooms, and Pella windows throughout. The expansive 23 x 42 four-car tandem garage offers exceptional space for vehicles, bikes, a workshop or studio. The fenced yard features a paver patio, pergola and raised garden beds. Additional highlights include copper gutters and downspouts with leaf guards. The basement is dry and not affected by city-wide flooding events. Well-equipped, warm and inviting, and available May 1st for immediate occupancy.
Greater Lansing AoR #60124650
Mar 31, 2023
Sold
$575,000
$178/sq ft
Feb 1, 2023
Pending
—
Jan 29, 2023
Price Changed
$595,000
$184/sq ft
Jan 24, 2023
Price Changed
$594,000
$184/sq ft
Sep 9, 2022
Price Changed
$595,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 29, 2022
Listed
$595,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 29, 2022
Listed
$625,000
$193/sq ft
REALCOMP #20221024266
Mar 31, 2023
Sold
$575,000
$178/sq ft
Feb 1, 2023
Pending
—
Jan 29, 2023
Price Changed
$595,000
$184/sq ft
Jan 24, 2023
Price Changed
$594,000
$184/sq ft
Sep 9, 2022
Price Changed
$595,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 29, 2022
Listed
$625,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 11, 1991
Sold
$263,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,856 (+8.7%)
2024
$14,593 (+191.7%)
2022
$5,002 (−45.5%)
2021
$9,179 (−4.6%)
2020
$9,617 (+6.5%)
2019
$9,025 (+4.2%)
2018
$8,664 (+2.8%)
2017
$8,429 (+0.3%)
2016
$8,400 (+3.1%)
2015
$8,148 (+2.6%)
2014
$7,941
Tax history for 171 Merriweather Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,856 (+8.7%)
2024
$14,593 (+191.7%)
2022
$5,002 (−45.5%)
2021
$9,179 (−4.6%)
2020
$9,617 (+6.5%)
2019
$9,025 (+4.2%)
2018
$8,664 (+2.8%)
2017
$8,429 (+0.3%)
2016
$8,400 (+3.1%)
2015
$8,148 (+2.6%)
2014
$7,941
*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
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
169 ft.
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,312
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
38 011 03 0011 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Mar 3, 2026 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Aug 5, 2009 • Final
Building
Construct an addition to a garage.
Addition
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: 4
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage Faces Side
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant Floor, Radiant, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished, Block
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,484
Below Grade Finished Area: 750
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 50
Lot Size : 50 x 169
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,074
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Beach Access, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
Schools Information
School District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Merriweather Heights Sub
Cross Street: Kercheval Ave
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,312
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 38 011 03 0011 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: MiRealSource
Around this home
Schools
Kerby Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Brownell Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Grosse Pointe South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 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
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Historical weather
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI • 48236
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
4.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$748,000 – $906,000
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