For Sale31d on marketHistoric · 98 yrs
5045 Balfour Rd
Detroit, MI, 48224 • Morningside • Wayne County
$154,900
$104/sqft
+$5,000 since Apr 10, 2026
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
2Baths
1,496Sqft
0.13 acLot
1928Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1928 · 98 years of history
EAST DETROIT DEV COS 3
Morningside
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31 days on market
Established listing
$104/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1928 · Historic
Back on market—buyer financing fell through. Home appraised and inspected. Welcome to 5045 Balfour, a beautifully updated and spacious colonial nestled in Detroit’s desirable Morningside neighborhood. Offering nearly 1,500 sq ft of comfortable living space, this home features 4 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full basement. Thoughtful updates throughout include stylish laminate flooring, fresh interior paint, modern fixtures, a refreshed kitchen with new countertops and cabinetry, renovated bathrooms with new tile and vanity, and brand-new windows throughout the home. Ideal for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a solid rental opportunity. Schedule your private showing today and don’t miss the chance to own this move-in-ready home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern fixtures, full basement, and fresh interior paint as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,015/month
Principal & Interest$809
Property Tax$155
Insurance$52
Down payment20% ($30,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $123,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1928
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
ParkingNo Garage
Lot5,662 sqft
Days on Zillow31 Days
Price/sqft$104
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1928
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
ConstructionBrick, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNo Garage
BasementFull,Unfinished
Lot5,662 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodMorningside
Annual tax$2,334
Parcel21068773
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
4 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Exterior Features
Parking
No Garage
Construction
Brick
Vinyl Siding
Pool Features
None
Room details
9 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
Entry10×20 ft200 sqft
Bedroom
Second10×11 ft110 sqft
Bedroom
Second12×12 ft144 sqft
Bedroom
Second10×11 ft110 sqft
Other
EntryOther
SecondListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market31
Est. value$146,400
Est. rent$1,568/mo
Tax rate1.83%
Price/sqft$104
On marketJan 10, 2026
PostedMar 14, 2026
Last sold$26,000
MLS updatedApr 13, 2026
Tour days9
Views121
Favorites20
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2 schools rated nearby
Location
Detroit, MI, 48224
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 10, 2026Price Change$154,900$104Realcomp II
Feb 10, 2026Pending Sale$149,900$100Realcomp II
Jan 10, 2026Listed For Sale$149,900$100Realcomp II
May 26, 2021Sold$26,000$17Public Record
Oct 13, 2015Listing Removed$3,000$2City Management Group, Inc.
Sep 11, 2015Pending Sale$3,000$2City Management Group, Inc.
Sep 4, 2015Price Change$3,000$2City Management Group
Jun 25, 2015Price Change$3,800$3City Management Group
Jun 23, 2015Price Change$5,500$4City Management Group
May 28, 2015Price Change$5,700$4City Management Group
May 12, 2015Listed For Sale$6,000$4City Management Group
Jul 25, 2007Sold$120,000$80Public Record
Mar 23, 2007Sold$30,000$20MiRealSource
Nov 23, 2005Sold$122,686$82Public Record
Jul 25, 2001Sold$39,000$26Public Record
Price Change$154,900
Apr 10, 2026•$104/sqft•Realcomp II
Pending Sale$149,900
Feb 10, 2026•$100/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$149,900
Jan 10, 2026•$100/sqft•Realcomp II
Sold$26,000
May 26, 2021•$17/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$3,000
Oct 13, 2015•$2/sqft•City Management Group, Inc.
Pending Sale$3,000
Sep 11, 2015•$2/sqft•City Management Group, Inc.
Price Change$3,000
Sep 4, 2015•$2/sqft•City Management Group
Price Change$3,800
Jun 25, 2015•$3/sqft•City Management Group
Price Change$5,500
Jun 23, 2015•$4/sqft•City Management Group
Price Change$5,700
May 28, 2015•$4/sqft•City Management Group
Listed For Sale$6,000
May 12, 2015•$4/sqft•City Management Group
Sold$120,000
Jul 25, 2007•$80/sqft•Public Record
Sold$30,000
Mar 23, 2007•$20/sqft•MiRealSource
Sold$122,686
Nov 23, 2005•$82/sqft•Public Record
Sold$39,000
Jul 25, 2001•$26/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
20 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025—$30,000
Apr 15, 2024—$23,600
Apr 15, 2023—$19,600
Apr 15, 2022—$15,800
Apr 15, 2021—$14,600
Apr 15, 2020$1,896$14,600
Apr 15, 2019$1,234$13,000
Apr 15, 2018$1,234$11,500
Apr 15, 2017—$6,000
Apr 15, 2016$2,678$12,100
Apr 15, 2015$2,678$12,100
Apr 15, 2013$2,489$24,890
Apr 15, 2010$2,678$36,492
Apr 15, 2009—$44,502
Apr 15, 2008—$51,152
Apr 15, 2007—$51,152
Apr 15, 2005$226$48,485
Apr 15, 2004—$47,073
Apr 15, 2001$1,405$16,872
Apr 15, 2000$1,276$16,348
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Detroit, MI • Wayne County
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Nearby zip codes
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