488 Willits St, Birmingham, MI 48009
OFF MARKET

488 Willits St
Birmingham, MI 48009

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 3,355 sqft

$1,309,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,075/mo*
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$1,309,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,075/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,355 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This absolutely stunning colonial is move-in ready and offers a perfect blend of grand living with a practical, turnkey experience. Enter the home through a welcoming foyer that flows seamlessly into the living room. The spacious eat-in kitchen, with ample storage and counter space has glass door access to the back deck and is ideal for entertaining. The family room, bathed in natural light from several floor-length and skylight windows, offers beautiful wooded views. The master bedroom features a luxurious private ensuite, and all bedrooms are equipped with large closets for ample storage. Nestled in a private wooded setting, this stylish yet low-key home provides an alternative to condo living and is perfect for both new and established families seeking to enjoy an in-town lifestyle without the restrictions of a condo or the maintenance of a mansion. For additional parking, residents can purchase up to 5 additional permits for street parking. Plus, it’s conveniently located near local shops, dining spots, and major roads. BTVAI
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 03, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 488 Willits St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FinishedNumber of Rooms: 9
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3355 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: GroundLevelwSteps
Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, Porch, TerraceExterior: LightingFoundation: Basement, Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: One Car Garage,Attached,Electricityin Garage,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2621 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 734 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 172

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1902Year Renovated: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1925376040

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,050,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Nov 18 2024Possession Timing: At Close

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: BirminghamCommunity: PARK SUB
School Information
High School District: Birmingham

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Short Sale No, Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20240037467Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2621Activation Date: Thu May 30 2024Showing Requirements: AppointmentLockBox

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Jeff Glover, (734) 259-1100
KW Professionals
Sean Konja, (248) 762-9186
KW Professionals
Bought with: James Danley, (248) 671-3092, KW Domain
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20240037467

Price History for 488 Willits St

DatePriceEventSource
12/16/2024$980,000Sold
Realcomp II #20240037467
11/18/2024$1,050,000PendingRealcomp II #20240037467
11/08/2024$1,050,000PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
10/14/2024$1,099,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
10/01/2024$1,129,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
09/10/2024$1,149,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
08/14/2024$1,199,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
08/09/2024$1,294,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
08/05/2024$1,349,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
07/17/2024$1,399,900PriceChangeRealcomp II #20240037467
06/25/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
06/21/2024$1,449,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240037467
05/30/2024$1,499,900Listed For SaleRealcomp II #20240037467
05/14/2024$9,800PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
04/24/2024$10,500Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/23/2024ListingRemovedMichRIC #24005126
03/28/2024$1,599,900PriceChange
MichRIC #24005126
02/22/2024$1,695,000PriceChangeMichRIC #24005126
10/20/2023ListingRemovedRealcomp II #20230065066
10/20/2023$1,750,000Listed For SaleRealcomp II #20230089679
08/25/2023$9,500PriceChange
Realcomp II
08/04/2023$10,500Listed For RentRealcomp II #20230065066
08/04/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
07/14/2023$12,500Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/30/2023ListingRemovedRealcomp II #20230016535
03/21/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/15/2018$5,700Sold
N/A
06/06/2017$4,850Sold
N/A

Market trends in Birmingham

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$718K
$21.2KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.4%
Price per sq ft
$339
$16MoM
Available listings
133
17MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$12,331
Assessment$845,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 488 Willits St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
680 Willits St, Birmingham, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
08/25/25
3
3
3,583
532 Willits St, Birmingham, MI
0.02
Single-Family Home
$1,202,605
10/03/25
4
4.5
3,456
560 Woodland St, Birmingham, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
08/25/25
4
2.5
3,624
371 Greenwood St, Birmingham, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$2,275,000
09/17/25
3
2.5
3,054
488 Vinewood Ave, Birmingham, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$905,000
04/27/26
3
4.5
3,137
549 Lakeview Ave, Birmingham, MI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$900,000
01/15/26
4
2
2,536
567 Oakland Ave, Birmingham, MI
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
06/11/25
4
2.5
2,608
630 Henrietta St, Birmingham, MI
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
06/13/25
3
2.5
3,525
655 Chester St, Birmingham, MI
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,290,000
03/19/26
3
3
3,248

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What Locals Say about Birmingham

At least 156 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say there are community events

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  • Amber Ruthenberg
    "There is always a lot of things going on in the downtown. The neighbors are friendly and look out for each other. "
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  • Amber Lawrence-Smith
    "Any people have dogs and you see them walking their dogs in the neighborhood. They are friendly and mild dogs! "
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  • Ghindago
    "Residents in this neighborhood are out every day walking their dogs. A very picturesque neighborhood with trees throughout the neighborhood. A great place to live if you like the charm of different style of homes and trees."
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  • Maria.gonin
    "Mostly very Small backyards but nice neighborhood to walk. No dog parks. Homes are very close together. "
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  • Christy D. C.
    "Lots of dog walkers. Rarely any unleashed but it does happen. It’s definitely an area that favors the pure breds- lots of goldens and doodles. "
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  • Christy D. C.
    "Great parks, walking trails, close restaurants but it’s definitely a bubble. Only wealthy and relatively homogenous. "
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  • Ghindago
    "In the condo community that I live at doesn’t allow dogs. A real negative. If you own a house you can have a dog living with you at you house. The majority owners in the area have dogs."
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  • Dispatch11231
    "It’s very private and hidden but in downtown Birmingham. It’s a walkable area . I feel safe . It’s close to restaurants, cleaners etc."
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  • Dee D.
    "The Birmingham school system is on of the best school systems in the Country. They have a 98% graduation rate."
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  • Heather H.
    "It's very walkable and the neighborhood is friendly. Schools are great and houses are unique. I've wanted to live here my whole life"
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  • Carmen ramirez
    "Excellent public and private schools, great parks, a lot of activities during summer. Very safe and organized. "
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  • Amy F.
    "Dog owners would like the sidewalks for walking. Sidewalks are everywhere making this a very walkable neighborhood. There are also many chip trails through the woods and along the river which make for more interesting terrain for dogs."
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  • Sonja
    "farmers Market jazz festival and lots of shopping and green space for the kids Beautiful neighborhoods that I want taking care of M many thriving businesses"
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  • Joptan
    "Birmingham is one huge dog community! If you’re a dog owner, your fur baby will not be short of friends."
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  • Stacicampbell
    "Birmingham MI-music festivals art festivals old car shows. Food shows. Jazz festivals. It’s just a great little city. Many nice folks everywhere Hot in summer cold in winter "
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  • Mitzi
    "Walk and bike everywhere bus stops all over dog friendly lots of parks local restaurants Wonderful downtown with cute shop, lots of community events, great farmers market."
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  • Marc M.
    "Safe neighborhood with great schools and fantastic walking downtown area. More restaurants in one square mile than ever needed"
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  • Tim K.
    "Birmingham is a beautiful walkable community, but seriously expensive housing. Wonderful mature trees and decent, plentiful restaurants "
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  • Ajberres
    "Lived here 10 years, will never leave because of the proximity, small town feel but very close to a lot of great amenities "
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  • Ghindago
    "Great neighborhood. No crime, neighborhoods maintain their property, quiet,within walking distance to schools, shops and restaurants "
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  • Aj_berres
    "People take care of their homes, it has a nice demographic mix and there is always activity. It’s a great place to live all around "
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  • Ccolasuonno
    "Living in Birmingham, south of Lincoln is perfect. Quiet little neighborhood walking distance into downtown, 3-4 parks and Pierce Elementary. Can’t get much better. "
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  • Evan l.
    "Birmingham is an upscale family friendly neighborhood with great neighbors and amenities. I am lived here for 6 years and plan to be here for a longtime. "
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488 Willits St, Birmingham, MI 48009 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,355 sqft single-family home built in 1902. This property is not currently available for sale. 488 Willits St was last sold on Dec 16, 2024 for $980,000 (7% lower than the asking price of $1,050,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 488 Willits St is $1,309,300.