Welcome to 54 Walnut Street in River Rouge! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 960 square feet of comfortable living space on a generously sized lot with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The home features numerous recent upgrades that provide peace of mind for the next owner, including a brand-new HVAC system installed in 2025, new insulation installed in 2025 backed by a 25-year warranty, and a new smart oven added in 2025. The water heater, washer, and dryer are all approximately four years old, while the refrigerator was replaced in 2017. Additional improvements include updated plumbing fixtures throughout the home. The property has also successfully passed both the City of River Rouge HVAC inspection and electrical inspection in 2026, offering added confidence in the home's condition. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this move-in-ready home combines important mechanical updates with a functional layout and a spacious yard that's perfect for entertaining, gardening, or future possibilities.
Welcome to 54 Walnut Street in River Rouge! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 960 square feet of comfortable living space on a generously sized lot with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The home features numerous recent upgrades that provide peace of mind for the next owner, including a brand-new HVAC system installed in 2025, new insulation installed in 2025 backed by a 25-year warranty, and a new smart oven added in 2025. The water heater, washer, and dryer are all approximately four years old, while the refrigerator was replaced in 2017. Additional improvements include updated plumbing fixtures throughout the home. The property has also successfully passed both the City of River Rouge HVAC inspection and electrical inspection in 2026, offering added confidence in the home's condition. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this move-in-ready home combines important mechanical updates with a functional layout and a spacious yard that's perfect for entertaining, gardening, or future possibilities.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #61019578
Sep 23, 2026
Price Changed
$69,900
$73/sq ft
Sep 22, 2026
Price Changed
$64,900
$68/sq ft
Sep 5, 2026
Price Changed
$74,900
$78/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Listed
$79,900
$83/sq ft
Aug 10, 2026
Coming Soon
$79,900
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 2024
Sold
$68,900
$72/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #1
Nov 21, 2024
Price Changed
$68,900
$72/sq ft
Nov 1, 2024
Price Changed
$70,000
$73/sq ft
Oct 15, 2024
Price Changed
$73,000
$76/sq ft
Oct 1, 2024
Price Changed
$74,000
$77/sq ft
Sep 13, 2024
Price Changed
$74,900
$78/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70429622
Nov 28, 2024
Listing Removed
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Nov 27, 2024
Listing Removed
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Nov 21, 2024
Price Changed
$68,900
$72/sq ft
Nov 2, 2024
Price Changed
$70,000
$73/sq ft
Oct 15, 2024
Price Changed
$73,000
$76/sq ft
Oct 1, 2024
Price Changed
$74,000
$77/sq ft
Sep 13, 2024
Price Changed
$74,900
$78/sq ft
Sep 6, 2024
Listed
$77,900
$81/sq ft
REALCOMP #81024047177
Nov 27, 2024
Listing Removed
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Nov 21, 2024
Price Changed
$68,900
$72/sq ft
Nov 1, 2024
Price Changed
$70,000
$73/sq ft
Oct 15, 2024
Price Changed
$73,000
$76/sq ft
Oct 1, 2024
Price Changed
$74,000
$77/sq ft
Sep 13, 2024
Price Changed
$74,900
$78/sq ft
Sep 6, 2024
Listed
$77,900
$81/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21451654
Jun 21, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 20, 2018
Sold
$28,000
$29/sq ft
Jun 20, 2018
Sold
$28,000
$29/sq ft
May 31, 2018
Pending
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May 23, 2018
Listed
$29,900
$31/sq ft
May 23, 2018
Listed
$29,900
$31/sq ft
REALCOMP #218045249
Jun 20, 2018
Sold
$28,000
$29/sq ft
May 31, 2018
Pending
—
May 23, 2018
Listed
$29,900
$31/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 6, 2013
Sold
$16,000
$17/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20578265
Dec 6, 2013
Sold
$15,900
$17/sq ft
Nov 1, 2013
Listing Removed
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Sep 16, 2013
Listed
$15,900
$17/sq ft
REALCOMP #213095309
Dec 6, 2013
Sold
$15,900
$17/sq ft
Sep 16, 2013
Listed
$15,900
$17/sq ft
REALCOMP #26148707
May 18, 2007
Sold
$1,350
$1/sq ft
Aug 22, 2006
Listed
$12,500
$13/sq ft
REALCOMP #25123545
Jul 31, 2006
Listing Removed
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Aug 26, 2005
Listed
$15,000
$16/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 2002
Sold
$30,000
$31/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 1994
Sold
$10,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,195 (+129.7%)
2024
$955 (+3.7%)
2023
$921 (+3.6%)
2022
$889 (+3.2%)
2021
$861 (−0.7%)
2020
$867 (+46.7%)
2019
$591 (−4.8%)
2018
$621 (−2.3%)
2017
$636 (−26.5%)
2016
$865 (+15.0%)
2015
$752 (−28.4%)
2014
$1,051
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
116 ft.
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
960
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
50 005 04 0009 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
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 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
River Rouge, MI • 48218 1525
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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77
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39
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26
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in River Rouge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 54 Walnut St
$66,157
$3,743 under list price of $70K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $66K to $106K.