Charming colonial located in the heart of Grosse Pointe Shores is an entertainer's dream home. Special features include a large open kitchen with sprawling island and two dining areas including one in the kitchen overlooking the gorgeous backyard pond and built- in stone fireplace and brick patio. Kitchen comes complete with sub zero refrigerator, double ovens, two dishwashers, and plenty of storage. Extraordinary vaulted ceilings and fireplace in the open family room large enough to compliment a wet bar complete with a refrigerator and ice maker. The formal dining has an adjoining butler's pantry that segues across to the bar area or kitchen and provides enough space to accommodate large family gatherings. Extraordinary primary suite with large walk-in closet and ensuite bath with steam sauna shower. and tub. Fully finished basement with wet bar, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, ice maker, and storage space including a walk- in cedar closet to keep everything fresh, organized, and easy to find. Plantation shutters throughout add great character to every room. Situated on a private cul-de-sac, this home sits nestled on a spacious lot with meticulously maintained landscape on all sides. Three car garage, two laundry rooms, one on the main floor and one in the basement. A truly unique and exquisite home for all to enjoy.
Charming colonial located in the heart of Grosse Pointe Shores is an entertainer's dream home. Special features include a large open kitchen with sprawling island and two dining areas including one in the kitchen overlooking the gorgeous backyard pond and built- in stone fireplace and brick patio. Kitchen comes complete with sub zero refrigerator, double ovens, two dishwashers, and plenty of storage. Extraordinary vaulted ceilings and fireplace in the open family room large enough to compliment a wet bar complete with a refrigerator and ice maker. The formal dining has an adjoining butler's pantry that segues across to the bar area or kitchen and provides enough space to accommodate large family gatherings. Extraordinary primary suite with large walk-in closet and ensuite bath with steam sauna shower. and tub. Fully finished basement with wet bar, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, ice maker, and storage space including a walk- in cedar closet to keep everything fresh, organized, and easy to find. Plantation shutters throughout add great character to every room. Situated on a private cul-de-sac, this home sits nestled on a spacious lot with meticulously maintained landscape on all sides. Three car garage, two laundry rooms, one on the main floor and one in the basement. A truly unique and exquisite home for all to enjoy.
REALCOMP #58050103350
May 31, 2023
Sold
$815,000
$124/sq ft
Mar 14, 2023
Listed
$825,000
$126/sq ft
REALCOMP #2200037102
May 5, 2021
Sold
$700,000
$107/sq ft
Mar 19, 2021
Pending
—
Mar 11, 2021
Relisted
—
Mar 10, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jan 14, 2021
Price Changed
$719,900
$110/sq ft
Dec 2, 2020
Price Changed
$769,900
$117/sq ft
Sep 10, 2020
Price Changed
$799,900
$122/sq ft
Jun 29, 2020
Price Changed
$844,900
$129/sq ft
Jun 29, 2020
Price Changed
$849,900
$129/sq ft
May 29, 2020
Listed
$869,000
$132/sq ft
May 27, 2020
Coming Soon
$869,000
$132/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #40058668
May 5, 2021
Sold
$700,000
$107/sq ft
Mar 19, 2021
Pending
—
Mar 11, 2021
Relisted
—
Mar 10, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jan 14, 2021
Price Changed
$719,900
$110/sq ft
Dec 3, 2020
Price Changed
$769,900
$117/sq ft
Sep 10, 2020
Price Changed
$799,900
$122/sq ft
Jun 29, 2020
Price Changed
$844,900
$129/sq ft
Jun 29, 2020
Price Changed
$849,900
$129/sq ft
May 27, 2020
Listed
$869,000
$132/sq ft
May 27, 2020
Listed
$719,900
$110/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #31387501
Jan 13, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Oct 17, 2019
Price Changed
$899,000
$137/sq ft
Sep 20, 2019
Price Changed
$929,900
$142/sq ft
Jul 16, 2019
Listed
$949,000
$145/sq ft
REALCOMP #58031387501
Jan 13, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jul 16, 2019
Listed
$899,000
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2021
$12,767 (+48.2%)
2020
$8,618 (−33.7%)
2019
$12,998 (+4.1%)
2018
$12,489 (−0.6%)
2017
$12,566 (+0.6%)
2016
$12,495 (+3.9%)
2015
$12,021 (+2.5%)
2014
$11,724
Tax history for 85 S Duval
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2021
$12,767 (+48.2%)
2020
$8,618 (−33.7%)
2019
$12,998 (+4.1%)
2018
$12,489 (−0.6%)
2017
$12,566 (+0.6%)
2016
$12,495 (+3.9%)
2015
$12,021 (+2.5%)
2014
$11,724
*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
4
Stories
1.75
Lot width
110 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,566
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
74 001 04 0010 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 24, 2026.
Feb 28, 2026 • Final
Building
Remodel
Oct 24, 2008 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Exterior
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 4,566
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,000
# 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: 110
Lot Size : 19863
Lot Size Acres: 0.45
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,767
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Location Information
Directions: Jefferson to Duval head west
Subdivision Name: French Acres
Cross Street: Jefferson
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,566
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 74 001 04 0010 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: MiRealSource
Around this home
Schools
Ferry Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Parcells Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Grosse Pointe North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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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 Shores, 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
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$970,000 – $1.17M
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