Sold29d on market
1197 Columbia Rd
Berkley, MI, 48072 • 48072 • Oakland County
$280,000
$242/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,155Sqft
0.11 acLot
1942Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1942 · 84 years of history
PERRY-MORTENSON COS ROYAL GARDENS
48072
Enhanced Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors · Smoke Detectors
Outdoor Living
Deck · Patio · Porch
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
29 days on market
Recently listed
$242/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1942
Welcome to Berkley Charm! Nestled in a delightful and cozy Berkley neighborhood, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers comfort and incredible flexibility. Enjoy the convenience of walking to local favorites like Westbourne Market, Vinsetta Garage, and the Monarch Cafe and Park. You're also just blocks from Woodward Avenue, minutes from highway access, and a stone's throw from the Detroit Zoo! Step inside to discover original refinished hardwood floors throughout. The versatile layout offers endless possibilities, including a front room that can easily convert to a 4th bedroom. The expansive basement is a true bonus, featuring a dedicated media room, a full bath, and a spacious laundry area, providing ample room for living, working, and playing. This home is a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility – a must-see! Some improvement items include a sewer pipe repair with a backflow preventor in 2016, all new Trex deck front porch with paver walkway in 2018, Stainless steel kitchen sink (2019), New furnace and Central Air (2024) and a new washer in 2025.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,756/month
Principal & Interest$1,383
Property Tax$280
Insurance$93
Down payment20% ($56,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.28% rate · 30yr fixed · $224,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1942
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fans, Central Air
ParkingNo Garage
Lot4,791 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1942
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fans, Central Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNo Garage
BasementBath Stubbed,Partial,Partially Finished
Lot4,791 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood48072
Annual tax$3,734
Parcel2517458025
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Speed Internet
Programmable Thermostat
Appliances
Disposal
Dryer
Free Standing Gas Oven
Free Standing Gas Range
Free Standing Refrigerator
Humidifier
Microwave
Self Cleaning Oven
Washer
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fans
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Barbecue
Parking
No Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Patio
Porch
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Smoke Detectors
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Above Ground Utilities
Room details
9 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Entry11×9 ft99 sqft
Bedroom
Entry11×9 ft99 sqft
Bedroom
Entry11×9 ft99 sqft
Other
Basement8×7 ft56 sqft
Other
Entry7×6 ft42 sqft
Dining Room
Entry11×8 ft88 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market29
Est. value$282,000
Est. rent$2,723/mo
Tax rate1.34%
Price/sqft$242
On marketJul 31, 2025
PostedOct 14, 2025
Last sold$280,000
MLS updatedMar 17, 2026
Tour days6
Views65
How are the schools in Berkley?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Berkley, MI, 48072
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 9, 2026Sold$280,000$242Realcomp II
Feb 5, 2026Pending Sale$279,900$242Realcomp II
Jan 16, 2026Contingent$279,900$242Realcomp II
Dec 3, 2025Price Change$279,900$242Realcomp II
Oct 23, 2025Listed For Sale$290,000$251Realcomp II
Oct 6, 2025Listing Removed$299,900$260Realcomp II
Aug 12, 2025Price Change$299,900$260Realcomp II
Jul 31, 2025Listed For Sale$310,000$268Realcomp II
Jan 8, 2016Sold$145,000$126Public Record
Apr 2, 2004Sold$152,000$132Public Record
Sold$280,000
Mar 9, 2026•$242/sqft•Realcomp II
Pending Sale$279,900
Feb 5, 2026•$242/sqft•Realcomp II
Contingent$279,900
Jan 16, 2026•$242/sqft•Realcomp II
Price Change$279,900
Dec 3, 2025•$242/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$290,000
Oct 23, 2025•$251/sqft•Realcomp II
Listing Removed$299,900
Oct 6, 2025•$260/sqft•Realcomp II
Price Change$299,900
Aug 12, 2025•$260/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$310,000
Jul 31, 2025•$268/sqft•Realcomp II
Sold$145,000
Jan 8, 2016•$126/sqft•Public Record
Sold$152,000
Apr 2, 2004•$132/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$3,349$112,750
Apr 8, 2023$3,190$104,540
Apr 8, 2022$3,119$96,650
Apr 8, 2021$3,130$90,730
Apr 8, 2020—$87,980
Apr 8, 2019$2,997$83,910
Apr 8, 2018$2,950$76,100
Apr 8, 2017$2,062$73,940
Apr 8, 2016$2,062$67,000
Apr 8, 2015—$63,250
Apr 8, 2014—$55,960
Apr 8, 2011—$50,920
Apr 8, 2010$1,909$54,670
Apr 8, 2009$1,981$60,470
Apr 8, 2005$2,084$140,040
Apr 8, 2003—$66,780
Apr 8, 2002—$60,880
Apr 8, 2001$1,260$36,950
Apr 8, 2000$1,310$35,810
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Berkley, MI • Oakland County
Nearby cities
Bloomfield HillsFarmington HillsNoviPontiacRochester HillsRoyal OakSouthfieldTroy
Nearby zip codes
48072
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