438 E Saratoga Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220
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OFF MARKET

$218,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 16, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 948 sqft

438 E Saratoga Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
948 sqft
$230/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 438 E Saratoga Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

250 non refundable pet fee

1 year Lease
No smoking.
First month rent and security deposit due at lease commencement.
Tenant pays all utilities including City of Ferndale water and sewer charges.
Tenant responsible for yard care snow care.
250 non-refundable pet fee.
250 cleaning fee.
438 E Saratoga Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 948 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $128,000 on Aug 26, 2004 (7,900% above the $1,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $1,625 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 4, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $218,100, with a rent estimate of $1,651/month.

Home Details for 438 E Saratoga Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Attached Garage Off Street, On Site

Comparable Sales for 438 E Saratoga Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
624 E Saratoga St, Ferndale, MI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$139,000
07/01/26
2
1
766 sqft
191 University St, Ferndale, MI
0.18
Single-Family Home
$190,000
08/10/26
2
1
798 sqft
495 E Hazelhurst St, Ferndale, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$132,754
08/04/26
2
1
1,000 sqft
247 Albany St, Ferndale, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$116,000
08/07/26
2
1
922 sqft
535 E Saratoga St, Ferndale, MI
0.09
Single-Family Home
$207,550
12/17/25
3
1
943 sqft
535 E Saratoga Ave, Ferndale, MI
0.09
Single-Family Home
$207,550
12/26/25
3
1
1,000 sqft
147 E Hazelhurst St, Ferndale, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/21/26
2
1
1,060 sqft
550 E Breckenridge St, Ferndale, MI
0.27
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/20/26
2
1
709 sqft
207 W Hazelhurst St, Ferndale, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$190,000
01/30/26
2
1
974 sqft
444 E Cambourne St, Ferndale, MI
0.30
Single-Family Home
$115,200
08/18/26
3
1
963 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Ferndale

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,651/mo
Average rent
$1.7K
$95MoM
Available listings
99
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Ferndale

At least 277 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 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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  • Corey Smith
    "Easy commute because of access to 696 and 75. Woodward not far either, major arteries and roads are nearby."
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  • Neeli
    "Friendly family community beautiful fun accepting. All houses and lawns are well maintained and neighbors know neighbors. "
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  • Rebecca Richardson
    "There is a fest nearby once a year and an art fair hosted there as well! School nearby with a soccer league for kids in the park!"
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  • Stacey Tobar
    "The unique quality of homes and diverse people. Very eclectic and environmentally conscious. Enjoy the well maintained streets, walks and bike paths/routes"
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  • Stacey Tobar
    "There is a dedicated dog park for small and large dogs. People are out and about with their pets. There is also a fantastic network of bike lanes"
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  • Carrieroeder
    "Great dog parks in the area and plenty of places to walk. Festivals downtown are also pet friendly. "
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  • JL
    "Good restaurants and boutique shops, 5 mins from royal oak, very close to major highways, plenty of green space "
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  • Marymcelmury
    "Ferndale is a great little city and always has something going on. great neighbors and wonderful High School."
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  • Dd S.
    "Friendly, open-minded, walkable and dog friendly. Great parks, community center, amazing food and bike lanes."
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  • Curtis S.
    "Most owners a very conscientious of other dogs and their owners - almost to a distancing fault then there’s some that trust their dogs so much they disregard how other dogs might behave."
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  • Sirinitysdaughtr
    "We have multiple festivals each year including but not limited to: Pig and Whiskey, DIY Festival, Dream Cruise and more. There are plenty of events that bring people to the area and the community is extremely welcoming and kind. "
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  • Patrick V.
    "Good commute. Takes no longer than 15-20 to get to any major city nearby. While you’re in a small community, it feels like a family environment too. "
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  • Octavia D.
    "This is a wonderful place for families: safe, diverse, friendly neighborhood with an amazing community. "
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  • Zack D.
    "Lots of playgrounds and places to walk to. I wish downtown was more child friendly but still enjoy going out with our kids. Lovely place to live! "
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  • Brieann S.
    "Quiet neighborhood, nice and homie. There are great people who live here but there are also a lot of people who smoke marijuana and drink a lot so not a place for kids at all"
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  • Claudius.kremer
    "I previously came here and I’m impressed if this lifestyle, all the jung people and their cool kind of doing sports, going for a walk and living their life ! "
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  • Jonathan.w.evans3
    "Great! Very easy and clean. It does get pretty busy during rush hour. Other than that it’s fine. A very small, but big city. Love living here. "
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  • Sarah
    "It’s a fun place to live. It’s a welcoming community. There are a lot of events over the summer. A lot of great local restaurants and businesses."
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  • Klbrown64
    "We have an annual block party, people walk their dogs daily, people walk around the block daily, we help each other remove snow when necessary"
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  • Aren W.
    "I’ve lived here for the past decade. I love this town! Highly suggest buying or renting if you can. "
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  • Libby L.
    "Tons of dogs everywhere! People are good about picking up after their pups and respecting the space of other dog-walkers when out and about. "
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  • Dcrosslin
    "DIY craft festival, Pig & Whiskey festival, Halloween events, Pride festival, Dreamcruise, winter ice sculptures"
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  • Eric J.
    "festivals, everything is within walking distance, trendy restruants, great craft breweries, quirky shops, vibrant downtown, inclusive and accepting culture"
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  • Jessica S.
    "lots of parks and dog-friendly places, the community is very dog-friendly, and generally neighbors are good stewards "
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  • Aren W.
    "I love it here! Been living here for 9 years. Everything you could ever need is close and ton of awesome neighbors and friends all around! "
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  • Linesvilleapartments
    "Easy access to 75 and 696. Very convenient to go to work almost anywhere in metro Detroit. Side streets are quiet given proximity to highways "
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  • Tevonne M.
    "Safe Community, Very Walkable Get to know your neighbors! Sidewalks well maintained lots of parks to keep the kids off the streets."
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  • Cass.varner
    "Safe environment, pet friendly, lots of recreational options. Lovely environment for all ages. Great for family"
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  • Ferndale1
    "Generally open minded community. Younger couples that are friendly but give others space to live. Seeing growth as Ferndale business expand north"
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  • Callie
    "The people are very friendly and come from many different backgrounds. It’s a very diverse and lively community with great culture."
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  • Chris K.
    "nice diverse place with many social activities. safe feeling. friendly atmosphere. decent neighbors. great nightlife with walkable streets. "
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  • Laura
    "It’s a 10 minute to downtown Detroit, a bike ride to Royal Oak, commuting northbound in the morning is against traffic, same coming home and there’s a ton of parks to walk to"
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  • Hal_justhal
    "Access to maintained sidewalks is good. Some neighbors use chemical insecticides on their yards which would be dangerous to dogs. "
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  • Cass.varner
    "Very friendly, safe, and lots of other pet parents. Lots of families and fun things to do, even a dog park. "
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  • Curtis S.
    "Ferndale is a diverse and ever-growing community with all the amenities one could need in a small city with a tiny town feel. It’s accessible, reasonable, and Great place to live whether you’re on your own or raised in a family. "
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  • Martell G.
    "everything is beautiful about ferndale ,it would bemuch better if i wasnt paying 840.00a month to stay in a room i NEED A HOUSE OR APARTMENT ASAP!÷"
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  • Nancywatsonbarr
    "Unpretentious with lots of character. Walkable to library, yoga, eateries and shopping. Easy commute to Detroit and otter "
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  • Luigj P.
    "I'm a big fan of the Ferndale area. The people are very welcoming and open minded. Cool restaurants and bars to check out. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 4, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,600
Jan 7, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,600
Price decreased by 2%
Jan 3, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,625
Dec 19, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,625
Dec 9, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,650

Frequently asked questions about 438 E Saratoga Ave

  • What is 438 E Saratoga Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 438 E Saratoga Ave in Ferndale, MI is $218,100.
  • What is the price history for 438 E Saratoga Ave?
    438 E Saratoga Ave in Ferndale, MI last sold for $128,000 in August 2004.
  • Is Ferndale a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ferndale is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ferndale?
    The median sale price in Ferndale is $265K. That is up $4K from the prior month.
  • Does 438 E Saratoga Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 438 E Saratoga Ave in Ferndale, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 438 E Saratoga Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 438 E Saratoga Ave in Ferndale, MI has in-unit laundry.

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