Sold159d on marketHistoric · 108 yrs
228 Kensington Ave
Ferndale, MI, 48220 • 48220 • Oakland County
$185,000
$212/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
873Sqft
0.24 acLot
1918Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1918 · 108 years of history
KENILWORTH
48220
Outdoor Living
Covered · Porch
2-Car Garage
Two Car Garage · Detached · Driveway · Electricityin Garage · Garage Faces Front
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159 days on market
Established listing
$212/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1918 · Historic
Welcome to this charming home on a spacious triple lot! Inside, you will find a recently updated bright kitchen, lots of cabinet space, complete with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and washer/dryer, plus new countertops (2025). New carpet and flooring throughout (2025) for a fresh, move-in-ready feel. The bathroom is designed for comfort with a Safe Step jetted tub, while the upstairs offers endless possibilities—finish it as a home office, hobby room, or additional living space tailored to your lifestyle. Peace of mind comes with thoughtful updates, including new PEX plumbing (2025) and a furnace/central air system replaced within the last 5–7 years. With generous outdoor space, modern improvements, and room to grow, this property is a fantastic opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights endless possibilities, spacious triple lot, and safe step jetted tub as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,219/month
Principal & Interest$972
Property Tax$185
Insurance$62
Down payment20% ($37,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $148,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1918
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fans, Central Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot10,454 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1918
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fans, Central Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionAluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Detached, Driveway, Electricityin Garage, Garage Faces Front
Garage2 spaces
FencingBack Yard,Fenced
Lot10,454 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood48220
Annual tax$2,053
Parcel2533481014
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Speed Internet
Appliances
Dishwasher
Dryer
Free Standing Gas Range
Free Standing Refrigerator
Washer
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fans
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Lighting
Parking
Two Car Garage
Detached
Driveway
Electricityin Garage
Garage Faces Front
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Covered
Porch
Lot Features
Irregular Lot
Level
Community
Sidewalks
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Above Ground Utilities
Cable Available
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
Entry9×9 ft81 sqft
Bedroom
Entry10×9 ft90 sqft
Other
Entry8×5 ft40 sqft
Kitchen
Entry17×13 ft221 sqft
Laundry
Entry8×7 ft56 sqft
Living Room
Entry19×11 ft209 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market159
Est. value$191,200
Est. rent$1,444/mo
Tax rate1.34%
Price/sqft$212
On marketSep 2, 2025
PostedOct 2, 2025
Last sold$185,000
MLS updatedOct 31, 2025
Tour days6
Views7
How are the schools in Ferndale?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ferndale, MI, 48220
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 30, 2025Sold$185,000$212Realcomp II
Oct 1, 2025Pending Sale$189,900$218Realcomp II
Sep 23, 2025Price Change$189,900$218Realcomp II
Sep 2, 2025Listed For Sale$199,900$229Realcomp II
Sold$185,000
Oct 30, 2025•$212/sqft•Realcomp II
Pending Sale$189,900
Oct 1, 2025•$218/sqft•Realcomp II
Price Change$189,900
Sep 23, 2025•$218/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$199,900
Sep 2, 2025•$229/sqft•Realcomp II
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$1,935$120,330
Apr 8, 2023$1,878$114,500
Apr 8, 2022$1,888$104,450
Apr 8, 2021$1,851$84,760
Apr 8, 2020—$65,930
Apr 8, 2019$1,821$55,740
Apr 8, 2018$1,804$43,590
Apr 8, 2017$1,777$39,320
Apr 8, 2016$1,777$34,070
Apr 8, 2015—$32,150
Apr 8, 2014—$29,120
Apr 8, 2011—$41,420
Apr 8, 2010$1,523$46,280
Apr 8, 2009$1,530$57,490
Apr 8, 2005$1,175$77,940
Apr 8, 2003—$52,650
Apr 8, 2002—$42,690
Apr 8, 2001$1,550$21,740
Apr 8, 2000$1,124$21,070
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Local context around this listing
Ferndale, MI • Oakland County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
48220
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