$1,585,000 for Sale

688 balfour, grosse pointe park, MI 48230

Beds 5 Baths 7 4,883 Sqft 0.65 Acres 1 of 43
Property Description
The perfect combination of timeless pre-war character and thoughtfully curated modern updates, just steps from Lake St. Clair. This exceptional residence offers an ideal blend of historic charm and today's most desired amenities, featuring a beautifully updated kitchen that opens seamlessly to the stunning round family room, creating a rare and functional open-concept layout. Recent improvements include a newly renovated foyer, living room, and first-floor powder room, along with numerous cosmetic updates throughout the home that further elevate its style and appeal. All bathrooms have been updated, and the home also features a mudroom located off the attached heater garage, second-floor laundry (plus additional basement laundry), and a spectacular finished lower level complete with a large entertainment area, wet bar, and spa-inspired full bath. Virtually every major system has been addressed, including plumbing, electrical, windows, copper gutters, HVAC, blown-in insulation, and a French drain system--providing peace of mind for years to come. Situated on an impressive 0.65-acre lot, additional highlights include a circular driveway and additional storage shed. A truly rare offering in Grosse Pointe Park, combining character, scale, modern updates, and an unbeatable location near the waterfront, resident-only parks, and just minutes from Downtown Detroit.
General Information
Sale Price: $1,585,000
Price/SqFt: $325
Est. Payments: $10,407*
Status: Active
MLS#: 61004983
City: grosse pointe park
Post Office: grosse pointe park
Schools: grosse pointe public schools
County: Wayne
Subdivision: windmill pointe sub
Acres: 0.65
Lot Dimensions: 80.00X175.00
Bedrooms:5
Bathrooms:7   (5 full, 2 half)
House Size: 4,883 sq.ft.
Acreage: 0.65 est.
Year Built: 1941
Property Type: Single Family
Style: Colonial
Features & Room Sizes
Bedroom 1:  31x14
Bedroom 2 :  15x14
Bedroom 3:  20x14
Bedroom 4:  16x10
Family Room:  17x18
Dinning Room:  16x15
Kitchen:  19x21
Livingroom:  24x15
Outer Buildings:  Shed
Paved Road:  Paved Street
Garage:  2
Garage Description:  Attached Garage
Exterior:  Brick
Fireplaces:  Yes
Fireplace Description:  Basement Fireplace, FamRoom Fireplace, LivRoom Fireplace
Basement:  Yes
Basement Description:  Finished
Foundation :  Basement
Appliances:  Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Cooling:  Central A/C
Heating:  Forced Air
Fuel:  Natural Gas
Waste:  Public At Street
Watersource:  Public Water at Street
Tax, Fees & Legal
Est. Summer Taxes:  $14,318
Est. Winter Taxes:  $16,640
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This Single-Family Home located at 688 balfour, grosse pointe park MI, 48230 is currently for sale. This property is listed for $1,585,000.

688 balfour has 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and approximately 4,883 square feet.

This home is in the grosse pointe public schools school district and has a lot size of 80.00X175.00 with 0.65 acres and was built in 1941.

688 balfour is in grosse pointe park and in ZIP Code 48230 area.

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