12540 E Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48224
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12540 E Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48224

Morningside
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,815 sqft

$235,000

Est. Mortgage $1,632/mo*
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$235,000

Est. Mortgage $1,632/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,815 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Price/Sqft
$83
Climate Control
Forced Air, Natural Gas Heating
Listed
5 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 12540 E Outer Dr.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

**Land Contract Opportunity Available** Welcome to this lovely renovated home located on the edge of East English Village! This spacious house has fresh paint throughout, making it bright and welcoming. The hardwood floors have been beautifully sanded, adding warmth to every room. The bathrooms and kitchen have been completely updated with new features and finishes. Plus, new recessed lights in the living room, dining room, and kitchen create a modern and cozy atmosphere. As an added bonus, the seller will install a new furnace and hot water tank at closing, so you can enjoy comfort and efficiency. Kitchen appliances will also be included, making it easy for you to move in. This home is perfect for families looking for a new place to call their own. Don't miss your chance to make us an offer we can't refuse! For more information, please reach out to Jermaine.
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Jermaine Golden, (248) 635-6720
REMAX City Centre
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20261066001
Also Listed on Realcomp II.

Open House

Sunday, August 23
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Home Details for 12540 E Outer Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bath Full, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2815 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasNo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: GroundLevel

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Two Car Garage,Detached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1661 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1154 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Tudor
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: W21I081179S

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $235,000Price Per Sqft: $83
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: At Close

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: DetroitCommunity: A M CAMPAUS THREE MILE DRIVE ADD
School Information
High School District: Detroit

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 20261066001

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Short Sale No, Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Contract, Conventional, FHA, Va Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20261066001Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1661Activation Date: Fri Aug 21 2026Showing Requirements: AppointmentLockBox

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

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Neighborhood Overview

Morningside
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What Locals Say about Morningside

At least 70 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "I lived on Courville from 1989-2007. The houses are nice houses, but the neighborhood is dying because people don’t care. Young people don’t know the value of owning something and maintaining it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I see people walking there dogs all the time and they are friendly and properly Train and I will feel safe with walking my dog if I had one and it’s a beautiful neighborhood and I will love too stay around this neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a really nice neighborhood with everything one needs to live a great life. I've been here for over 3 years and I love it. I have great neighbors. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing at all . Everyone respect others and is very friendly. There are no loose dogs running around Unattended and they are very memorable"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighbors, and they look after one another… I enjoying see the neighbors kids play together and make this a beautiful place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighbors here are nice and peaceful. I’m just visiting with my mom and staying here for a week and the neighbors are nice. The community is quite and they keep each other safe."
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  • Trulia User
    "It's gonna be the next up and coming neighborhood in Detroit. partially why I moved here. Despite what is said on the news, it's fairly safe area with lots to do around. I'd encourage any new home buyer(especially on a budget) to have no fear investing in the cool little neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Ok neighbor hood nice neighborhood friendly elderly people here and lots of children could be kept up better "
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  • Trulia User
    "The homes are beautiful with character. Neighbors are friendly but not intrusive. Our neighborhood is quiet, it is an oasis in the city. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My family has lived here for 30 years. The area has changed but is improving. There are many rehab projects happening now."
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  • Diana R.
    "I the 48224 area it's so nice and safe and Friendly I just live this area and I would be blessed again to move back here"
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  • Richard R. N.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood between Morningside, English Village and Mack Ave. is nice, and I hope it revives with the rest of the city. However, I dislike lack of cleaning and neighbors not respecting sleep time."
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  • Cherina W.
    "Close to the freeway but one lane areas due to parking can make for a slow commute during busier times. "
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  • Ashliu1
    "The area is pretty safe in Morningside and East English village. Really close to downtown area not more than 10-15 minutes. "
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  • Michelle A.
    "We don’t have any community events that I know of. I’ve never been to any recently. But I would encourage the community to have more. "
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  • Ena A. .
    "The neighborhood is good to a certain degree and do have schools in the neighborhood. Parents still have to watch and be mindful of the area. Good neighbors "
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  • Rece D.
    "It feels great to see families coming back as well as new comers to Detroit. Homes are being worked on all the time and it’s time to buy! "
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  • Xuanze C. C.
    "I love it , great Neighborhood great people hopefully becomes awesome in the next two years but does the neighborhood have a very good future and being patient is the only way to get the beauty of the neighborhood"
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  • Xuanze C. C.
    "I love this neighborhood, everything is changing dramatically, made the right choice buying a house in this neighborhood , nice neighborhood, close to the fire department, close to the police precinct!! "
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  • Wayburn House
    "My neighborhood has great access to major bus routes, freeways, and bike lanes. It's about a 35 minute commute to Fairlane in Dearborn, during morning rush hour traffic; and similar timing in the evening rush hour traffic coming home."
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  • Terry D.
    "Every one looks out for each other and we all get alone with one another and have block club members and neighbors hood watch and security patrols "
    1
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  • Jessica J.
    "people are nice and decent well kept neighborhood. I highly recommend this area. pieceful and quiet "
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  • Marion M.
    "Our neighborhood is friendly. We have a close knit street. Although no restaurants are close, they arent a far drive. "
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  • Terrilenwood
    "I’m READY TO MOVE!!! My neighbors nor my neighborhood is the same anymore!!! To many renters moving in and not taking care of the homes "
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  • Christhopherochoa
    "Morningside is a vibrant community with passionate people. Home to one of the oldest neighborhood associations in the city, Morningside is ever improving. A wonderful place to live. "
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Market trends in Detroit

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$93.42K
$9.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$74
$5MoM
Available listings
3507
45MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$232K
Since last month
Increased$95K (+69.4%)
Since last year
Increased$91K (+64.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$161K (+226.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +292% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$232K
July 2026$137K
June 2026$142K
May 2026$133K
April 2026$127K
March 2026$122K
February 2026$121K
January 2026$129K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4836 Courville St, Detroit, MI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$55,000
08/05/26
3
1.5
1,605
4657 Courville St, Detroit, MI
0.15
Single-Family Home
$100,000
01/26/26
3
2.5
1,765
5043 Yorkshire Rd, Detroit, MI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$105,000
12/17/25
4
2
2,631
4869 Courville St, Detroit, MI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$50,000
06/16/26
3
1.5
1,600
4830 Courville St, Detroit, MI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$119,000
05/01/26
4
1.5
1,878
4682 Three Mile Dr, Detroit, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$50,000
01/09/26
3
1.5
1,850
5050 Grayton St, Detroit, MI
0.35
Single-Family Home
$75,000
06/22/26
3
2
2,421

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4842 Audubon Rd, Detroit, MI 48224
0.05
$204,700
3
1.5
1,779
Off Market
4706 Audubon Rd, Detroit, MI 48224
0.04
$230,700
4
2.5
2,070
Off Market
12533 E Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48224
0.05
$254,500
4
2
-
Off Market
4876 Audubon Rd, Detroit, MI 48224
0.06
$78,000
3
1.5
1,518
Off Market
12604 E Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48224
0.06
$285,000
5
3.5
3,286
For Sale
4811 Kensington Ave, Detroit, MI 48224
0.08
$276,500
4
3
2,113
Off Market
4830 Courville St, Detroit, MI 48224
0.10
$119,000
4
1.5
1,878
Recently Sold
4836 Courville St, Detroit, MI 48224
0.10
$55,000
3
1.5
1,605
Recently Sold
4537 Kensington Ave, Detroit, MI 48224
0.10
$249,600
5
2
2,374
Off Market
4489 Kensington Ave, Detroit, MI 48224
0.10
$195,000
3
2
1,876
Recently Sold
4874 Courville St, Detroit, MI 48224
0.12
$147,700
3
1.5
1,650
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 21, 2026
Source: Realcomp II #20261066001
Listed For Sale
$235,000
Jun 5, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$71,000

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Agent Phone: (248) 635-6720
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Frequently asked questions about 12540 E Outer Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 12540 E Outer Dr?
    Based on a $235,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 12540 E Outer Dr in Detroit, MI is approximately $1,663 (about $1,230 principal & interest, $358 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 12540 E Outer Dr compare to homes in Detroit?
    12540 E Outer Dr in Detroit, MI is listed at $235,000, about 152% above the $93.42K median sale price in Detroit.
  • What do residents say about the Morningside neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Morningside neighborhood in Detroit, MI as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Morningside, Detroit.
  • What are the closest schools to 12540 E Outer Dr?
    The closest schools to 12540 E Outer Dr in Detroit, MI are Brown Ronald Academy (Pre-K/Elementary/Middle, rated 2/10), East English Village Preparatory Academy (High, rated 3/10).
  • How big is the lot at 12540 E Outer Dr?
    The lot at 12540 E Outer Dr in Detroit, MI is about 0.13 acres (5,663 sq ft).
  • Does 12540 E Outer Dr have a garage?
    Yes, 12540 E Outer Dr in Detroit, MI has a garage.
12540 E Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48224 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,815 sqft single-family home built in 1939. 12540 E Outer Dr is located in Morningside, Detroit. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Realcomp II on Aug 19, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20261066001.