MLS # 20250026006 (Realcomp)

Designed by renowned architect, Leonard B. Willeke, this historic Grosse Pointe Park residence welcomes its next owners home to 3,580 square feet of grandeur. The elegance of the French colonial style is enhanced by an iridescent accent band of Pewabic tiles adorning the exterior; as well as distinctive fireplaces in the formal living room and primary bedroom suite. Expansive living space on the first floor with an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, living room, powder room, and light-filled family room opening up to an oversized deck, patio and private back yard. The second floor offers a total of 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, consisting of multiple suites including a primary with Pewabic fireplace; and a private guest suite, also accessible by back staircase. Abundant additional storage in the walk-up attic, 2-car attached garage, and full basement. Finished areas of the basement are perfect for extra living space like home office, workshop, children's play area or home gym. This timeless architectural gem has been loved, and thoughtfully maintained and improved over the years with replacement of windows, water heaters, heating system, front porch and walkway. Set in Grosse Pointe Park's iconic Windmill Pointe neighborhood, 938 Balfour is surrounded by other remarkable residences and walking distance to two Lake St. Clair, waterfront parks, for the exclusive use by residents, with amenities including: a marina, pool, playgrounds, ice skating, tennis & pickleball courts, volleyball, community center, movie theater, gym, fitness center, kayak & paddle board launch, and more! Come see for yourself, & realize the dream of owning a piece of history, in Grosse Pointe Park.
Source: SparkMLS
5-bedroom, 5-bath, 4,743 sq ft home in Grosse Pointe Park in Grosse Pointe Park built in 1927.
Closed at $799,000 (about $168/sq ft).
Annual property taxes run approximately $16,075 ($1,340/month). Tax figure is from the MLS listing record; verify with the county treasurer for the most current amount.
Electric service is provided by DTE Electric Company; natural gas by DTE Gas Company. Fiber internet is available at this address with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps across 8 providers.
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Source: SparkMLS
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Legal Description
PKYY863 LOT 863 WINDMILL PTE SUB PC 126,127,379,570,696 L37 P5, 6 WCR
FEMA Flood Zone: Zone X — Minimal flood risk
Source: FEMA NFHLUSDA Rural Development: Not Eligible
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Jim Saros Real Estate Services
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DTE Electric Company
Investor-Owned
DTE Gas Company
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Property
938 Balfour Street, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
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Municipality
Grosse Pointe Park
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County
Wayne County
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