Sold882d on marketHistoric · 98 yrs
1538 Dover St
Ferndale, MI, 48220 • 48220 • Oakland County
$256,000
$242/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
1,060Sqft
0.13 acLot
1928Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1928 · 98 years of history
LUX-HOWEY LAND CO RIDGE ROAD SUB
48220
Outdoor Living
Porch
2-Car Garage
Two Car Garage · Detached
This home is in high demand
Listed 882 days ago · 5 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
5 views
People checking out this listing
882 days on market
Established listing
$242/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1928 · Historic
Charming Dutch colonial features a beautifully maintained interior and big backyard within walking distance of downtown Ferndale. Entry to the stairway and arched passageway to a spacious living room with beautiful hardwood floors and coved ceilings. Cozy den off the living room with lots of natural light. Traditional dining room leads to a nice kitchen with tile backsplash and ample cabinet space. Two large bedrooms share a full bath on the upper level. Primary bedroom with access to a unique second floor deck. Full basement with laundry and lots of storage space. Big private backyard with a detached two car garage. Close to local parks, downtown shops and restaurants. Welcome Home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights detached two car garage, big backyard, and big private backyard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,599/month
Principal & Interest$1,258
Property Tax$256
Insurance$85
Down payment20% ($51,200)
3%50%
Est. 6.22% rate · 30yr fixed · $204,800 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1928
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,662 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1928
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Detached
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished
FencingFenced
Lot5,662 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood48220
Annual tax$3,079
Parcel2533229017
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dryer
Free Standing Gas Range
Free Standing Refrigerator
Washer
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Lighting
Parking
Two Car Garage
Detached
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Porch
Pool Features
None
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Second11×15 ft
Bedroom
Second11×12 ft
Other
Second6×8 ft
Dining Room
Entry10×11 ft
Family Room
Entry10×11 ft
Kitchen
Entry7×10 ft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market882
Est. value$287,600
Est. rent$1,702/mo
Tax rate1.34%
Price/sqft$242
On marketOct 5, 2023
PostedAug 13, 2025
Last sold$256,000
MLS updatedAug 23, 2025
Tour days6
Views5
How are the schools in Ferndale?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ferndale, MI, 48220
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Nov 9, 2023Sold$256,000$242Realcomp II
Oct 9, 2023Pending Sale$239,900$226Realcomp II
Oct 5, 2023Listed For Sale$239,900$226Realcomp II
Nov 9, 1999Sold$124,000$117Public Record
May 29, 1997Sold$96,500$91MiRealSource
Sold$256,000
Nov 9, 2023•$242/sqft•Realcomp II
Pending Sale$239,900
Oct 9, 2023•$226/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$239,900
Oct 5, 2023•$226/sqft•Realcomp II
Sold$124,000
Nov 9, 1999•$117/sqft•Public Record
Sold$96,500
May 29, 1997•$91/sqft•MiRealSource
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$3,084$119,590
Apr 10, 2023$2,995$108,140
Apr 10, 2022$3,013$93,370
Apr 10, 2021$2,952$86,980
Apr 10, 2020—$83,370
Apr 10, 2019$2,902$77,890
Apr 10, 2018$2,876$69,260
Apr 10, 2017$2,839$69,370
Apr 10, 2016$2,839$66,220
Apr 10, 2015—$63,430
Apr 10, 2014—$55,780
Apr 10, 2011—$45,860
Apr 10, 2010$2,607$51,600
Apr 10, 2009$2,986$59,510
Apr 10, 2005$2,621$129,250
Apr 10, 2003—$67,980
Apr 10, 2002—$58,450
Apr 10, 2001$2,688$52,380
Apr 10, 2000$2,627$51,770
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Ferndale, MI • Oakland County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
48220
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