255 Merriweather Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
About this home
Step into timeless elegance with this charming center entrance Colonial, where classic character meets modern comfort. Lovingly maintained by the same family for over 60 years, this home seamlessly blends traditional charm with thoughtful updates throughout. The first floor features a spacious living room with a stately fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and storage cabinets—opening to a bright and airy summer room! The main floor also features a formal dining room which is ideal for gatherings, a cozy breakfast nook just off the kitchen, and a convenient powder room for guests. Upstairs offers three generous bedrooms and a recently updated full bath, including a primary suite with both a walk-in closet and an additional wall closet for ample storage. The finished basement adds valuable living space with a large rec room and a second fireplace—perfect for a home office, or playroom! The summer room with floor to ceiling windows overlooks a beautifully landscaped private yard with a charming patio and retractable awning—your private retreat for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Located just steps from top-rated schools, the local library, and the vibrant “Hill” dining and shopping district, this home offers the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, and legacy. Residents also enjoy access to an exclusive private lakefront municipal park, featuring a marina, swimming pools, splash pad, sandy beach, community center and much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$177Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melissa Singh• Higbie Maxon Agney Inc
Bought with Thomas Steen• Real Estate One Grosse Pointe
Step into timeless elegance with this charming center entrance Colonial, where classic character meets modern comfort. Lovingly maintained by the same family for over 60 years, this home seamlessly blends traditional charm with thoughtful updates throughout. The first floor features a spacious living room with a stately fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and storage cabinets-opening to a bright and airy summer room! The main floor also features a formal dining room which is ideal for gatherings, a cozy breakfast nook just off the kitchen, and a convenient powder room for guests. Upstairs offers three generous bedrooms and a recently updated full bath, including a primary suite with both a walk-in closet and an additional wall closet for ample storage. The finished basement adds valuable living space with a large rec room and a second fireplace-perfect for a home office, or playroom! The summer room with floor to ceiling windows overlooks a beautifully landscaped private yard with a charming patio and retractable awning-your private retreat for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Located just steps from top-rated schools, the local library, and the vibrant "Hill" dining and shopping district, this home offers the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, and legacy. Residents also enjoy access to an exclusive private lakefront municipal park, featuring a marina, swimming pools, splash pad, sandy beach, community center and much more!
Greater Lansing AoR #50177085
Jul 11, 2025
Sold
$440,000
$160/sq ft
Jun 25, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2025
Contingent
—
Jun 12, 2025
Relisted
—
Jun 6, 2025
Contingent
—
Jun 4, 2025
Listed
$449,900
$164/sq ft
Step into timeless elegance with this charming center entrance Colonial, where classic character meets modern comfort. Lovingly maintained by the same family for over 60 years, this home seamlessly blends traditional charm with thoughtful updates throughout. The first floor features a spacious living room with a stately fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and storage cabinets—opening to a bright and airy summer room! The main floor also features a formal dining room which is ideal for gatherings, a cozy breakfast nook just off the kitchen, and a convenient powder room for guests. Upstairs offers three generous bedrooms and a recently updated full bath, including a primary suite with both a walk-in closet and an additional wall closet for ample storage. The finished basement adds valuable living space with a large rec room and a second fireplace—perfect for a home office, or playroom! The summer room with floor to ceiling windows overlooks a beautifully landscaped private yard with a charming patio and retractable awning—your private retreat for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Located just steps from top-rated schools, the local library, and the vibrant “Hill” dining and shopping district, this home offers the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, and legacy. Residents also enjoy access to an exclusive private lakefront municipal park, featuring a marina, swimming pools, splash pad, sandy beach, community center and much more!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,301 (−46.8%)
2024
$6,204 (+109.4%)
2022
$2,963 (−45.5%)
2021
$5,438 (−4.6%)
2020
$5,697 (+6.5%)
2019
$5,347 (+4.2%)
2018
$5,133 (+2.8%)
2017
$4,993 (+0.3%)
2016
$4,976 (+3.1%)
2015
$4,827 (+2.6%)
2014
$4,704
Tax history for 255 Merriweather Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,301 (−46.8%)
2024
$6,204 (+109.4%)
2022
$2,963 (−45.5%)
2021
$5,438 (−4.6%)
2020
$5,697 (+6.5%)
2019
$5,347 (+4.2%)
2018
$5,133 (+2.8%)
2017
$4,993 (+0.3%)
2016
$4,976 (+3.1%)
2015
$4,827 (+2.6%)
2014
$4,704
*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
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
119 ft.
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,697
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
38 010 02 0086 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Jul 1, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
Feb 20, 2018 • Final
Plumbing
Work on a plumbing system.
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: Garage Door Opener, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Basement
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,838
Below Grade Finished Area: 908
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 40
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size : 40.00' X 119.00'
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,203.42
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Merriweather Park Sub
Cross Street: Charlevoix
Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,697
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 38 010 02 0086 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: MiRealSource
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Brownell Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Grosse Pointe South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
2.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$461,000 – $558,000
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