Address
1925 Wellesley Drive, Detroit, MI
Price
$ 850,000
Property Attributes
- ID#20261050268
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWAYNE
- CityDetroit
- AreaDet68 Grfld Dequindre
- NeighborhoodPALMER WOODS
- Zip48203
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1956
- Taxes$ 25920
- Price$ 850,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms3
- Sqr Footage5547
- Lot Size0.49 Acres
Data Source:
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Property Description
Welcome to 1925 Wellesley Drive, a distinguished residence in historic Palmer Woods, thoughtfully updated and move-in ready. Set on half an acre, this five-bedroom home blends timeless craftsmanship with an extensive list of high-quality improvements. Step inside to a beautiful foyer with marble floors. Brand-new, site-finished red oak hardwood runs through the living room and across the entire second floor, while the family and dining room floors have been freshly refinished. Rich original woodwork flows throughout, with fresh paint in nearly every room. The formal living room and elegant dining room sit on opposite sides of the foyer, the dining room warmed by a traditional fireplace and ideal for gatherings. At the rear of the house, the large family room, anchored by an oversized fireplace with an indoor grill, opens onto a large screened porch that spans the back of the home. The vintage kitchen, with refreshed cabinetry, adjoins a sunny breakfast room. The large primary suite offers a walk-in closet, a secondary closet, and a private ensuite bath. For peace of mind: two new AC units, whole-house humidifiers, eighteen new energy-efficient windows on the second floor, a replaced flat-roof section, extensive plaster repair, and refreshed baths. Dated wallpaper has been removed, the electrical boxes have been grounded, new three-prong outlets have been installed throughout, and the bedrooms have been wired for Ethernet. A new garage door, a new high-capacity washer and dryer, and a garage freezer. Palmer Woods is among Detroit's most prestigious enclaves, with winding streets, grand homes, and a strong sense of community. The neighborhood offers private security and road snow removal through its special assessment district, and is conveniently located near Downtown Detroit, Ferndale, Birmingham, Palmer Park, Detroit Golf Club, and the Livernois commercial district. The home is eligible for the NEZ-H property tax abatement.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed $850,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | PublicSewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | ForcedAir, NaturalGas |
| Cooling | CentralAir |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | BuiltInElectricOven, Dishwasher, Disposal, DoubleOven, Dryer, ElectricCooktop, Washer |
| Garage Spaces | 2.5 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered, Enclosed |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Stone, WoodSiding |
| Year Built | 1956 |
| Electric | CircuitBreakers |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| County | Wayne |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | PALMER WOODS |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Sheds |
| Total Rooms | 11 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take 7 Mile Road to Strathcona Drive, veer right to Woodston Road, first street, veer right. 1925 Wellesley Drive is on the right side. |
| City | DetroitCity_Wayne |
| Disclosures | NoRestrictions, TaxesHomesteadExempt |
| Entry Location | GroundLevelwSteps |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Detroit |
| MLS Area | Area05041Det68GrfldDequindre |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 25920.6 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Tax Assessed Value | 391200 |
| Expected Active Date | 2026-07-01 |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| PostalCity | Detroit_Wayne |
| Legal Description | S WELLESLEY DRIVE 266 PALMER WOODS SUB L32 P16 PLATS, W C R 2/140 100 X 214.39A |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | ProgrammableThermostat |
|---|---|
| Basement | PartiallyFinished |
| Fireplace Features | DiningRoom, FamilyRoom, WoodBurning |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 4799.0 |
| Half Baths | 3 |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 748.0 |
| WaterHeaterFuel | NaturalGas |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | SquareFeet |
| Total Baths | 7 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | TwoandHalfCarGarage, Attached, CircularDriveway, DirectAccess, Driveway, ElectricityinGarage, GarageFacesFront, GarageDoorOpener |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Foundation Details | Basement, Block |
| Spa | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 100X214.39 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.49 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | Paved |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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