Rarely does a home offer this level of flexibility, location, and lifestyle. Nestled on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Grosse Pointe Shores, this charming Cape Cod delivers sought-after first-floor living with room for everyone. The spacious first-floor primary bedroom opens directly to a private backyard patio surrounded by beautifully maintained perennial gardens, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, quiet evenings, or effortless indoor-outdoor living. At the heart of the home, the kitchen flows seamlessly into a comfortable family room overlooking the backyard. A large doorwall leads directly to the paver patio, creating an ideal connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces and making entertaining a breeze. Just off the kitchen and family room, the dining area features its own fireplace, adding warmth and character while creating an inviting space for everyday meals and holiday gatherings alike. The gracious living room, also anchored by a fireplace, offers a welcoming setting for relaxing or entertaining guests. An attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and abundant closet space. The lower level offers remarkable flexibility and can function as a private guest suite with full bath, home office, recreation space, or additional bedrooms depending on your needs. Whether you're accommodating guests, working from home, or creating multi-generational living space, the possibilities are endless. One of the property's most unique and valuable features is a small portion of the lot extending into Grosse Pointe Woods, allowing the future owner eligibility for both Grosse Pointe Shores and Grosse Pointe Woods resident park privileges. Access to two exceptional waterfront park systems is a rare and highly desirable benefit that enhances the already outstanding lifestyle this home provides. Located just moments from Lake St. Clair, marinas, waterfront parks, shopping, dining, and everything that makes the Grosse Pointes so desirable, 83 Hawthorne Road combines timeless Cape Cod charm, flexible living spaces, and an exceptional location into one truly special offering.
Rarely does a home offer this level of flexibility, location, and lifestyle. Nestled on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Grosse Pointe Shores, this charming Cape Cod delivers sought-after first-floor living with room for everyone. The spacious first-floor primary bedroom opens directly to a private backyard patio surrounded by beautifully maintained perennial gardens, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, quiet evenings, or effortless indoor-outdoor living. At the heart of the home, the kitchen flows seamlessly into a comfortable family room overlooking the backyard. A large doorwall leads directly to the paver patio, creating an ideal connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces and making entertaining a breeze. Just off the kitchen and family room, the dining area features its own fireplace, adding warmth and character while creating an inviting space for everyday meals and holiday gatherings alike. The gracious living room, also anchored by a fireplace, offers a welcoming setting for relaxing or entertaining guests. An attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and abundant closet space. The lower level offers remarkable flexibility and can function as a private guest suite with full bath, home office, recreation space, or additional bedrooms depending on your needs. Whether you're accommodating guests, working from home, or creating multi-generational living space, the possibilities are endless. One of the property's most unique and valuable features is a small portion of the lot extending into Grosse Pointe Woods, allowing the future owner eligibility for both Grosse Pointe Shores and Grosse Pointe Woods resident park privileges. Access to two exceptional waterfront park systems is a rare and highly desirable benefit that enhances the already outstanding lifestyle this home provides. Located just moments from Lake St. Clair, marinas, waterfront parks, shopping, dining, and everything that makes the Grosse Pointes
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50211623
Aug 8, 2026
Pending
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Jun 19, 2026
Listed
$600,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 16, 2026
Coming Soon
$600,000
$184/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,608 (+4.9%)
2024
$1,533 (+3.4%)
2023
$1,482 (+3.6%)
2022
$1,431 (+4.9%)
2021
$1,364 (−2.9%)
2020
$1,405 (+2.2%)
2019
$1,375 (+4.7%)
2018
$1,313 (+3.4%)
2017
$1,270 (−1.9%)
2016
$1,295 (+3.7%)
2015
$1,249 (+5.8%)
2014
$1,180
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
133 ft.
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
104
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
104
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
40 006 03 0017 001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R-1C
One-Family Residential District
The R-1C one-family residential district is established as a district in which the principal use of land is for single-family dwellings and related educational, cultural and religious uses where found appropriate and harmonious with the residential environment. For this single-family residential district in promoting the general purpose of this chapter the specific intent of this district is to: Encourage the construction of and the continued use of the land for single-family dwellings. Prohibit business, commercial or industrial use of the land and prohibit any other use which would substantially interfere with development or maintenance of single-family dwellings in the district. Encourage the discontinuance of existing uses that would not be permitted as new uses under the provisions of this district.; Discourage any land use that would generate traffic on minor or local streets other than normal traffic to serve the residences on those streets.; Discourage any use which, because of its character or size would create requirements and costs for public services, such as fire and police protection, water supply and sewerage, substantially in excess of such requirements and costs if the district were developed solely for single-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
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 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI • 48236
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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26
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 83 Hawthorne Rd
$571,486
$29K under list price of $600K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $475K to $658K.