Off Market2822d on marketHistoric · 88 yrs
261 Channing St
Ferndale, MI, 48220 • 48220 • Oakland County
$273,100
$321/sqft
3Beds
1Baths
852Sqft
0.13 acLot
1938Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1938 · 88 years of history
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
2822 days on market
Established listing
$321/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1938 · Historic
Charming Cape Cod Home for Lease – Ferndale Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape Cod in the heart of Ferndale. This 3-bedroom bungalow features fresh paint throughout, gleaming hardwood floors, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary bedroom offers a comfortable retreat, while the generous living and dining areas create an inviting atmosphere. The partially finished basement expands your living space and includes a built-in bar with bar stools—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Enjoy outdoor living on the amazing deck overlooking a fully fenced backyard. Additional highlights include central air conditioning and a 2-car detached garage. Tenant is responsible for all utilities, including water, as well as yard maintenance and snow removal. This home combines classic charm with modern updates—schedule your tour today.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fully fenced backyard, partially finished basement, and spacious primary bedroom as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,713/month
Principal & Interest$1,349
Property Tax$273
Insurance$91
Down payment20% ($54,620)
3%50%
Est. 6.28% rate · 30yr fixed · $218,480 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingleFamily
Year Built1938
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingAir Conditioner, Central Air
ParkingOther
Lot5,662 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingleFamily
StyleBungalow
Year built1938
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingAir Conditioner, Central Air
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOther
Lot5,662 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood48220
Annual tax$4,579
Parcel2534427046
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
4 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Air Conditioner
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Architecture Style: Bungalow
Fenced
Heating system: Forced Air
Heating system: Natural Gas
Lighting
No Utilities included in rent
Water not included in rent
Parking
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusOff Market
Days on market2822
Est. value$273,100
Est. rent$1,726/mo
Tax rate1.34%
Price/sqft$321
On marketJul 2, 2025
PostedJul 2, 2025
Last sold$200,000
MLS updatedJul 23, 2025
Tour days6
Views2
How are the schools in Ferndale?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ferndale, MI, 48220
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 23, 2025Listing Removed$2,100$2Zillow Rentals
Jul 2, 2025Listed For Rent$2,100$2Zillow Rentals
Jul 17, 2018Sold$200,000$235Public Record
May 17, 2018Listed For Sale$200,000$235REALTEAM Real Estate
Dec 8, 2011Sold$95,000$112MiRealSource
Aug 20, 2011Listed For Sale$94,900$111Sine & Monaghan, Realtors Real Living
Jun 23, 2011Sold$38,000$45Public Record
May 13, 2011Price Change$28,900$34CENTURY 21 ELEGANT HOMES
Apr 8, 2011Price Change$49,900$59JACK CHRISTENSON-TROY
Mar 25, 2011Listed For Sale$55,000$65Jack Christenson REO
Nov 2, 2010Sold$160,364$188Public Record
Oct 10, 2005Sold$180,000$211Public Record
Dec 31, 2002Sold$117,000$137MiRealSource
Jul 17, 1997Sold$85,000$100Public Record
Apr 14, 1997Sold$50,000$59Public Record
Jan 28, 1997Sold$41,000$48Public Record
Listing Removed$2,100
Jul 23, 2025•$2/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$2,100
Jul 2, 2025•$2/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Sold$200,000
Jul 17, 2018•$235/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$200,000
May 17, 2018•$235/sqft•REALTEAM Real Estate
Sold$95,000
Dec 8, 2011•$112/sqft•MiRealSource
Listed For Sale$94,900
Aug 20, 2011•$111/sqft•Sine & Monaghan, Realtors Real Living
Sold$38,000
Jun 23, 2011•$45/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$28,900
May 13, 2011•$34/sqft•CENTURY 21 ELEGANT HOMES
Price Change$49,900
Apr 8, 2011•$59/sqft•JACK CHRISTENSON-TROY
Listed For Sale$55,000
Mar 25, 2011•$65/sqft•Jack Christenson REO
Sold$160,364
Nov 2, 2010•$188/sqft•Public Record
Sold$180,000
Oct 10, 2005•$211/sqft•Public Record
Sold$117,000
Dec 31, 2002•$137/sqft•MiRealSource
Sold$85,000
Jul 17, 1997•$100/sqft•Public Record
Sold$50,000
Apr 14, 1997•$59/sqft•Public Record
Sold$41,000
Jan 28, 1997•$48/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$4,579$117,840
Apr 9, 2023$4,450$109,920
Apr 9, 2022$4,478$100,090
Apr 9, 2021$4,386$92,600
Apr 9, 2020—$87,020
Apr 9, 2019$9,024$76,750
Apr 9, 2018$2,281$70,850
Apr 9, 2017$2,250$69,100
Apr 9, 2016$2,250$63,650
Apr 9, 2015—$56,750
Apr 9, 2014—$49,380
Apr 9, 2011—$38,190
Apr 9, 2010$2,131$41,800
Apr 9, 2009$2,450$48,410
Apr 9, 2005$2,553$102,620
Apr 9, 2003—$48,120
Apr 9, 2002—$40,090
Apr 9, 2001$1,354$25,410
Apr 9, 2000$1,298$24,630
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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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