1521 E Bennett Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220
OFF MARKET

1521 E Bennett Ave
Ferndale, MI 48220

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,081 sqft

$247,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,588/mo*
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$247,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,588/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,081 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This gorgeous brick tudor has been renovated with modern updates and is situated in a quiet but welcoming neighborhood. Beautiful refinished hardwood floors flow through the living room, dining room and bedrooms. Recessed lighting and new windows flood the home with daylight. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances included. First floor bedroom has been converted to an open concept office space. Two additional bedrooms upstairs with large lighted closets. The newly remodeled bathroom features subway tile shower and excellent storage space. Basement boasts a large laundry room with a half bath leaving the option for new homeowner to install a shower. High end washer/dryer included. Basement is partially finished ready to provide extra space for a family room. Spacious backyard is fenced and has been hydro seeded for a beautiful spring lawn. Completely move in ready with new roof, gutters, trim, sewer line, high efficiency furnace, central air, windows and new front deck.
1521 E Bennett Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,081 sqft single-family home built in 1929. It last sold for $204,000 on Mar 26, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $247,700, with a rent estimate of $1,874/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1521 E Bennett Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowave

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Crawl Raised

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929Year Updated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price History for 1521 E Bennett Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/19/2023ListingRemovedMiRealSource #40121370
03/26/2021$204,000Sold
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02/10/2021$219,900PendingMiRealSource #40121370
01/01/2021$219,900Listed For SaleRealcomp II #2200089985
06/10/2020$115,000Sold
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08/02/2012$11,000Sold
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10/25/2010$28,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/24/2010$28,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/01/2010$8,500Sold
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02/05/2010$9,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/23/2010$11,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/14/2009$27,900Sold
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02/17/2004$90,000Sold
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02/13/1996$45,900Sold
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Market trends in Ferndale

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$261K
$6.19KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
Price per sq ft
$201
$4MoM
Available listings
121
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,885
Assessment$192,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1521 E Bennett Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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1560 Camden St, Ferndale, MI
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$130,789
03/03/26
3
1
1,057
305 W Hayes Ave, Hazel Park, MI
0.19
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$230,000
11/17/25
3
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1,365
434 W Bernhard Ave, Hazel park, MI
0.22
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$223,000
11/25/25
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1.5
1,385
1448 E Webster St, Ferndale, MI
0.15
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$205,000
06/08/26
3
1
985
1491 Webster E, Ferndale, MI
0.17
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$180,000
04/30/26
3
1
908
1491 E Webster Ave, Ferndale, MI
0.17
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$180,000
05/11/26
3
1
908
404 W Muir Ave, Hazel Park, MI
0.09
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$135,000
09/12/25
2
1
1,476
314 W Muir Ave, Hazel Park, MI
0.17
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$152,000
09/19/25
3
1.5
1,087
136 W Elza Ave, Hazel Park, MI
0.34
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$215,000
10/16/25
4
2
1,175
1510 Jewell St, Ferndale, MI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$254,700
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3
2
1,509

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What Locals Say about Ferndale

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  • 90 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say there are community events

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