856 E Barrett Ave, Madison Heights, MI 48071
OFF MARKET

856 E Barrett Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 720 sqft

$163,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,065/mo*
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$163,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,065/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
720 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome home to this charming 2 bedroom in the heart of the city. This home is cozy with a spacious layout. Natural light floods each room. Hardwood flooring throughout. Floor to ceiling deep closets. Gorgeous interior paint 2025. Fall in love with kitchen that hosts over size cabinets, black stainless steel appliances; gas stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher (2021), water heater (2021). Quartz counter tops. Relax on the back porch or in private fenced in yard. Storage space continues with the 2 car garage. Garage door (2020) Amazing investment opportunity. Close proximity to restaurants, entertainment, downtown Royal Oak, Ferndale, Hazel Park. Schedule showing appointment in showing time, home won't last. Agent owned property.
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 September 17, 2025

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 856 E Barrett Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 720 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliances, Vented Exhaust FanDishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: GroundLevelwSteps
Security
Security: Smoke Detectors

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, PorchFencing: Back Yard, FencedExterior: LightingFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Two Car Garage,Detached,Driveway,Electricityin Garage,Garage Faces Front
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 720 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954Year Renovated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2524377006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $150,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 16 2025Possession Timing: At Close

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Madison HeightsCommunity: JOHN R PARK NO 1
School Information
High School District: Madison Madison Hts

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Agent Owned, Short Sale No

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 20250032883Above Grade Unfinished Area: 720Activation Date: Thu May 15 2025Showing Requirements: AppointmentLockBox

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Maegan Darbe, (313) 209-8088
Rocket Homes Real Estate LLC
Bought with: Jerome Dixon, (248) 804-3381, Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20250032883

Price History for 856 E Barrett Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/06/2025$160,000Sold
Realcomp II #20250032883
05/16/2025$150,000PendingRealcomp II #20250032883
05/15/2025$150,000Listed For SaleRealcomp II #20250032883
11/27/2018$88,500Sold
N/A
10/24/2018$88,500PendingAgent Provided
10/20/2018$88,500PendingToActiveAgent Provided
10/18/2018$88,500PendingAgent Provided
10/13/2018$88,500PendingToActiveAgent Provided
10/13/2018$88,500PendingAgent Provided
09/12/2018$88,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/31/2016$1,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/17/2013$800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/07/2013$36,250Sold
N/A
03/05/2013$800Listed For RentAgent Provided
01/25/2013$37,000PendingAgent Provided
01/20/2013$37,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/09/2013$39,800PendingAgent Provided
12/20/2012$39,800PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/15/2012$41,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/04/2012$44,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/11/2000$91,000Sold
N/A
08/09/1999$73,800Sold
N/A

Market trends in Madison Heights

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$209K
$4KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$162
$5MoM
Available listings
84
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,597
Assessment$110,220
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 856 E Barrett Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
647 E Brockton Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$180,000
05/11/26
2
1
777
576 E Barrett Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$141,000
06/18/25
2
1
696
813 E Hudson Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.18
Single-Family Home
$147,500
06/12/25
2
1
754
545 E Dallas Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$139,000
03/25/26
2
1
696
600 E Kalama Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$159,750
11/17/25
2
1
696
135 E Guthrie Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$131,000
08/15/25
2
1
700
623 E Brockton Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$106,000
08/04/25
2
1
840
86 E Barrett Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$181,000
07/09/25
2
1
762
150 E Barrett Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$132,500
09/30/25
2
1
696
1213 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$149,999
02/03/26
2
1
816

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What Locals Say about Madison Heights

At least 257 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Pudgiejordan
    "The the fireworks in the neighborhood at the fire department near the high school at the park and the games from the high school at the park, "
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  • Pudgiejordan
    "Our park right next to the high school and the police station have lots of events, fireworks different parties and football parties. Little league get together. It’s a very nice neighborhood. I walk up to the park walk the dog used to walk the kids to school at the high school sometimes now they’re graduated and out on there own."
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  • Pudgiejordan
    "I have been in this neighborhood for 24 years. Grandkids graduated from the high school. No mostly all the seniors this way we all go shopping on the Senior bus. We meet up at the senior center and the park gives a mile and a half and we have quite a few people, young and old that we all walk together With dogs and little kids"
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  • Pudgiejordan
    "Yes, the dog is very friendly with the neighbors around here and all the rest of the dogs. It’s a very nice neighborhood and people keep their properties up very well. Yeah I’ve been in this neighborhood for 24 years."
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  • Tsrcombs
    "Madison Heights commutes are easy. The location of Madison Heights makes your commute quick, as you are very close to major highways, Detroit is about 15 minutes. "
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  • Raz8taz
    "A lot of people walk their dogs in the neighborhood. Very dog friendly neighborhood parks and open fields for dogs to frolic "
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  • Tina M. .
    "I have lived in the area for 3 years. And I like it. I haven’t had any issues or any drama. The parks are very nice for the kids."
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  • J. N.
    "Commute is pretty normal. There is Pretty close Access to bus line and freeways in Madison heights. Smart bus access. "
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  • Ccgattuso23
    "Easy access to I75, short ride to downtown Detroit, super close to downtown Royal Oak, short trip to Somerset Collection. "
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  • Elexis Y.
    "My mother has lived over here for three years now and she’s never complained about racism or anyone bothering her everyone is kind and polite"
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  • Josh M.
    "This is a great neighborhood to live in. There are many families that live in this neighborhood. You always see kids playing and families walking. Public services are great and friendly, I have seen many police officers in our neighborhood stopping just to say hi."
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  • Shannon.loeschen
    "Red Oaks Nature Center has a lot of fun family activities and events for all ages. My family and I spend a lot of time there year round. We love walking all the nature trails it really is beautiful. "
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  • Sally B.
    "Red Run's pool is beautiful, close to smart buses, school bus picks up and drops off right here in the park."
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  • Matthew K.
    "it's pretty quiet. nice neighborhood. people jog. walk their dogs. kids are actually playing outside! even the squirrels are friendly."
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  • Navi
    "I see people walking their dogs in my neighborhood. There are also couple of parks where you can take your dog."
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  • Eduardo V.
    "I love it here. It is decently well cared for town. It's safe, and it's close to many places. I'll be moving but only to reduce my commute time for work."
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  • Tiascales
    "Downtown area very friendly neighborhood low crime rate the fact that I feel safe when I’m out the greatest "
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  • Nicolexrowe
    "we have neighborhood put locks and its a good family environment for all. pet friendly and parks on mostly every two blocks"
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  • Tom W.
    "It has no downtown!! I find that very odd. otherwise not a bad place to live. Crime is so so, clean area to live. "
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  • Harvetta
    "we have great parks and schools restaurants and neighborhoods service close to shopping and freeways "
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  • Shep T.
    "There are always people walking dogs all around the neighborhood. If you're a fan of dogs there is always a dog or two nearby to pet. That being said, if you have an anxious or reactive dog, your pet might not like the area because there are so many dogs around including lots of houses that leave their dogs out in the yard for most of the day. "
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  • Gary D.
    "I have lived in Madison Heights for 47 1/2 years. I have seen many people come and go. I like the city, most of the people are super nice. The city does a good job keeping it clean."
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  • Mallory F.
    "Quiet around where I live at 12 and dequindre. Never have had any issues with people or with the area. Neighbors have always been great as well and I've lived in 2 different areas of Madison heights. "
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  • Lorimpitt
    "There's a dog park nearby that dog owners might like to check out. What I don't like about the other dog owners is that they don't always clean up after their dog. I don't mind picking up after my dog but I don't care to clean up after someone else's dog. "
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  • Coolcobrax
    "friendly people great neighborhood. good schools and good places to eat. near everything. big space for your buck"
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856 E Barrett Ave, Madison Heights, MI 48071 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 720 sqft single-family home built in 1954. This property is not currently available for sale. 856 E Barrett Ave was last sold on Jun 6, 2025 for $160,000 (7% higher than the asking price of $150,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 856 E Barrett Ave is $163,000.