For Sale4d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
1521 Military St
Detroit, MI, 48209 • Southwest Detroit • Wayne County
$100,000
$60/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
2Baths
1,654Sqft
0.1 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
DANIEL SCOTTENS RESUB
Southwest Detroit
2-Car Garage
Two Car Garage · Alley Access · Detached
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$60/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1900 · Historic
Welcome to Southwest Detroit! This charming 1.5 story home offers expansive space and opportunity. Built in 1900, the property features a flexible layout with multiple living areas, including three bedrooms and an additional office space on the upper level, plus a main-floor bedroom. Highlights include hardwood flooring, marble window sills, and updated flooring in the kitchen and bathroom. The home provides a solid starting point for renovation, with plenty of space to reimagine and add value. Conveniently located near major, parks, and local amenities. Ideal for buyers ready to bring their vision to life.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$652/month
Principal & Interest$519
Property Tax$100
Insurance$33
Down payment20% ($20,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $80,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1900
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCeiling Fans
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot4,356 sqft
Days on Zillow4 Days
Price/sqft$60
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1900
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCeiling Fans
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingTwo Car Garage, Alley Access, Detached
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished
FencingBack Yard
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouthwest Detroit
Annual tax$1,103
Parcel16016432
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Free Standing Gas Range
Free Standing Refrigerator
Heating
Natural Gas
Radiant
Cooling
Ceiling Fans
Exterior Features
Parking
Two Car Garage
Alley Access
Detached
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Pool Features
None
Room details
12 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Entry11×12 ft132 sqft
Bedroom
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Bedroom
Second12×9 ft108 sqft
Bedroom
Second14×13 ft182 sqft
Other
Entry7×5 ft35 sqft
Other
Second8×6 ft48 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market4
Est. value$96,300
Est. rent$1,629/mo
Tax rate1.83%
Price/sqft$60
On marketApr 12, 2026
PostedApr 10, 2026
MLS updatedApr 11, 2026
Tour days9
Views993
Favorites81
How are the schools in Detroit?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Detroit, MI, 48209
Price history
1 event
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 12, 2026Listed For Sale$100,000$60Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$100,000
Apr 12, 2026•$60/sqft•Realcomp II
Tax history
18 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025—$45,700
Apr 15, 2024—$36,000
Apr 15, 2023—$26,700
Apr 15, 2022—$20,200
Apr 15, 2021—$20,800
Apr 15, 2020$557$20,800
Apr 15, 2019$958$15,900
Apr 15, 2018$958$13,000
Apr 15, 2017—$11,700
Apr 15, 2016$877$20,200
Apr 15, 2015$877$10,700
Apr 15, 2013$1,123$11,822
Apr 15, 2010$877$16,939
Apr 15, 2009—$19,249
Apr 15, 2008—$21,507
Apr 15, 2007—$21,507
Apr 15, 2005$112$20,386
Apr 15, 2004—$19,792
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Local context around this listing
Detroit, MI • Wayne County
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