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6039 Kensington Ave, Detroit, MI, 48224

$185,000

Home List Price

$2,197*

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5 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
1,888 SqFt
$98/SqFt
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6039 Kensington Ave, Detroit$185,000

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$2,197*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
Year Built1929
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
BasementYes
FireplaceElectric, Living Room
MLS #20240035610
Lot Size0.15 Acres
StatusActive

About 6039 Kensington Ave

Classic East English Village Tudor w/ great curb appeal! One of the best deals in the neighborhood, this 5 bedroom, 2.1 bath, 1888 sqft, 3-story home on a large 40’x160’ lot is move-in ready for less than $100/sqft! Brand new kitchen and bathroom in May 2024! Freshly painted and overhauled exterior. Refinished traditional oak floors throughout plus wide-plank wood in kitchen. Original coved plaster ceilings, wood trim detail and moulding throughout, some original doors and hardware still intact. Large living room w/ faux fireplace and original hearth overlooks the front porch and catches the morning sun. Brand new kitchen finished May 2024 w/ ample cupboard, drawer, and counter space; double sink w/ gooseneck pull-down faucet; low-profile overhead LED lights. Formal dining room connects to the family room / home office, which overlooks the backyard and offers afternoon sunlight and beautiful views of sunsets over St. Matthew Catholic Church to the west. Updated vinyl windows throughout let in tons of natural light and allow lots of fresh air to circulate in Spring, Summer, and Fall. Second floor features 3 bedrooms with/ overhead ceiling fans/lights and 1 hall bathroom, plus a newly renovated 4th bedroom suite off the rear w/ a second full bathroom, finished May 2024. Third floor flex space could be a fifth bedroom, recreation room, additional home office. Unfinished basement w/ 2 storage closets. The state-of-the-art tankless “combo-boiler” (Navies NCB-240E) installed in January 2020 is a 95% efficient, wall-mounted system which heats the house through two-zones (1 thermostat on each floor), and also heats the water to all faucets and showers. Newer roof approximately 8 yrs old. Fenced-in backyard w/ 3 raised garden beds, rose bushes, and an apple tree! Close proximity to East Warren Avenue, currently undergoing $8.2M streetscape makeover and commercial corridor revitalization efforts. Easy access to I-94 + all of Metro Detroit.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Tudor
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,888 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Grosse Pointe
  • Office Phone: (313) 886-7239
  • Listing Agent: Ryan Lally

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Furnished - No
  • Fireplace: Electric, Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Fenced

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: W of Cadieux / S of Harper

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $185,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $98/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,343
  • Tax Year: 2021
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MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • MLS Number: #20240035610

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Grosse Pointe
  • Office Phone: (313) 886-7239
  • Listing Agent: Ryan Lally

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 24, 2018Home Sold
$120,000
Aug 24, 2018Home Sold
$120,000
Jul 14, 2016Home Sold
$74,900

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,343$21,100
2020$1,097$20,300
2018$1,097$13,700
2017$56$800

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

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Nearby Schools

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  • Marvin L. Winans Academy of Performing Arts Elementary School

  • 9740 Mckinney St

  • 0.31 miles

  • Public Charter Grades KG-5

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/10
  • Tyrone Elementary School

  • 19525 Tyrone St

  • 1.56 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 4-6

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6
/10
  • George Defer Elementary School

  • 15425 Kercheval Ave

  • 2.03 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Frequently Asked Questions About 6039 Kensington Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 6039 Kensington Ave property is $185,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 6039 Kensington Ave is a house located in Detroit, Michigan, 48224.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 6039 Kensington Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,343 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 24, 2018 for $120,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 6039 Kensington Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 6039 Kensington Ave is 1,888 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 6039 Kensington Ave is 1929.

Rocket HomesMichiganWayne CountyDetroit482246039 Kensington Ave

This home is located at 6039 Kensington Ave in Detroit, MI and zip code 48224 in the Lower East neighborhood. This 1,888 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $185,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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