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688 Balfour Street, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230

$1,585,000
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BEDS5 BATHS5 full 2 partial SQUARE FEET4,883 MLS#20261047454
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONWINDMILL POINTE SUB SCHOOLGrosse Pointe

Property Description

The perfect combination of timeless pre-war character and thoughtfully curated modern updates, just steps from Lake St. Clair. This exceptional residence offers an ideal blend of historic charm and today's most desired amenities, featuring a beautifully updated kitchen that opens seamlessly to the stunning round family room, creating a rare and functional open-concept layout. Recent improvements include a newly renovated foyer, living room, and first-floor powder room, along with numerous cosmetic updates throughout the home that further elevate its style and appeal. All bathrooms have been updated, and the home also features a mudroom located off the attached heater garage, second-floor laundry (plus additional basement laundry), and a spectacular finished lower level complete with a large entertainment area, wet bar, and spa-inspired full bath. Virtually every major system has been addressed, including plumbing, electrical, windows, copper gutters, HVAC, blown-in insulation, and a French drain system—providing peace of mind for years to come. Situated on an impressive 0.65-acre lot, additional highlights include a circular driveway and additional storage shed. A truly rare offering in Grosse Pointe Park, combining character, scale, modern updates, and an unbeatable location near the waterfront, resident-only parks, and just minutes from Downtown Detroit.

688 Balfour Street | MLS# 20261047454

This single family home located at 688 Balfour Street, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,585,000. This property was built in 1941 and has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 partial baths with 4883 sq. ft. Balfour Street is located in the WINDMILL POINTE SUB subdivision within the Grosse Pointe school district. Search WINDMILL POINTE SUB real estate on mblack.griffithrealty.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Finished
Cooling: Central Air
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Garage: 2 car attached
Heating: Forced Air
Home Style: Colonial
Lot Size: 0.65 Acres
Year Built: 1941

Appliances

Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave

Feature Descriptions

Architecture: Colonial
Days on Site: 28
Exterior: Brick
Fireplace Location: Basement, Family Room, Living Room, Other
Foundation: Basement
Frontage Feet: 255
Garage/Parking: Attached
Lot Dimensions: 0.65 Acre(s)
Lower Level Finished Sqft: 2000
Parking Notes: Attached
Road Frontage: Paved
Site: Corner Lot
Summer Tax: $14318.0000
Water Heater: Natural Gas
Winter Tax: $16640.0000

Local Schools

School District: Grosse Pointe

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Jim Saros Real Estate Services
Agency Phone: (313) 886-9030

Shown By

Agent Name: Megan Black
Agent Phone: (810) 227-1016 ext. 210
Agency Title: Griffith Realty

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