8723 Essen Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
OFF MARKET

$284,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,434 sqft

8723 Essen Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314

Est. Refi. Payment $1,892/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 14, 2025 for $280,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$284K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$2K (+0.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$5K (+1.9%)
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 +73% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$285K
August 2026$284K
July 2026$290K
June 2026$289K
May 2026$288K
March 2026$286K
February 2026$281K
January 2026$279K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8706 Cologne Dr, Sterling Heights, MI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$305,000
09/16/25
3
1
1,456
8717 Cologne Dr, Sterling Heights, MI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$295,000
04/27/26
3
1.5
1,934
8729 Kidley Dr, Sterling Heights, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$279,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,743
8710 Leslie Dr, Sterling Heights, MI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$340,000
05/29/26
3
2
2,029
8917 Shannon Dr, Sterling Heights, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$312,000
06/29/26
3
1
2,128
44701 Brockton Ave, Sterling Heights, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$280,000
09/12/25
3
1.5
1,238
44826 Malow Ave, Sterling Heights, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$244,000
05/26/26
2
1
1,292
8260 Clinton River Rd, Sterling Heights, MI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$225,000
05/27/26
3
1
1,419
8628 Strom Dr, Sterling Heights, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$280,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,968

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
8717 Cologne Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.06
$295,000
3
1.5
1,934
Recently Sold
8706 Cologne Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.10
$307,900
3
1
1,456
Off Market
8644 Essen Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.08
$295,400
3
2
2,084
For Sale
8530 Leslie Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.04
$304,100
3
2
1,589
Off Market
8799 Essen Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.07
$318,700
3
1.5
1,326
Off Market
8710 Leslie Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.06
$340,000
3
2
2,029
Recently Sold
8729 Kidley Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.13
$279,000
3
2
1,743
Recently Sold
8607 Leslie Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.06
$330,900
4
2
2,027
For Sale
8771 Kidley Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.14
$341,200
3
1.5
2,268
Off Market
8655 Leslie Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.07
$352,800
5
2
1,859
Off Market
8744 Leslie Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
0.08
$360,500
4
2
1,859
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1976
1,434 sqft
$198/sqft
Garage

About this House

Fantastic Sterling Heights ranch in a quiet subdivision on a dead end street! Well cared for and makes you feel right at home the moment you walk in. Neutral colors and decor throughout. Nice open family room with fireplace and room for a semi formal dining area if desired. Vinyl clad windows. Partially finished full basement can be completely finished to double your living space! Nicely appointed kitchen with eating space. New flooring in the family room and kitchen. Bonus 3 season sunroom off the back of the house!! Oversized 22 x 22 foot garage. All nestled on a 60 x 145 foot lot. Lots of room for kids or pets to enjoy! Make this home yours!
8723 Essen Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48314 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,434 sqft single-family home built in 1976. It last sold for $280,000 on May 14, 2025 (2% above the $274,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $284,000, with a rent estimate of $2,009/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by David P. Kwasny, (586) 612-8800
RE/MAX Eclipse
Bought with: Sarmad Erimya, (586) 422-4369, Real Estate One-Troy
Originating MLS: MiRealSource
Source: MiRealSource, MLS#50171022

Home Details for 8723 Essen Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Great Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1434 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Great RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: BasementNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage,Detached,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Frontage Type: RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sanitary
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 60
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1134 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 300 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: 101003131016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $274,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Apr 11 2025Possession Timing: Close Plus 30 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Sterling HeightsCommunity: Lot 7 Haven Heights
School Information
Elementary School District: Utica Community SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Utica Community SchoolsHigh School District: Utica Community Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2268 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: MiRealSourceNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Private

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 50171022Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1134Days In Mls: 1

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 14, 2025
Source: MiRealSource #50171022
Sold
$280,000
Apr 12, 2025
Source: MiRealSource #50171022
Pending
$274,900
Apr 10, 2025
Source: MiRealSource #50171022
Listed For Sale
$274,900
Oct 30, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$180,000
Sep 12, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$175,000

Market trends in Sterling Heights

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$316K
$1.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$155
$3MoM
Available listings
417
33MoM

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What Locals Say about Sterling Heights

At least 949 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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    "Quite \ clean and safe neighborhood clean mostly home owners ,living here for 13 years with no problems or issues with neighbors Thanks Sterling Heights "
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  • Macollard
    "There is a great mixture of young families and older people. The Park system is awesome and schools are fairly close. "
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  • Kaylee.betts23
    "Love it here, so family friendly and we feel safe here. Super kind neighbors and everyone takes care of their yards. "
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  • Silcanb
    "Easy access to freeways and plenty of stores nearby. I don’t use public transportation so I can’t speak on that!"
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  • Dejohn Tripp
    "How we’ll maintain every public area is. The only thing that can get rough is the roads and traffic. "
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  • Kevin Forth
    "its awesome and its pretty cool, awesome is a great way to describe it. if i lived anywhere else id be sad."
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  • Bernadette Habbo
    "I live on a main road so it’s pretty simple! I have seen bus stops around, I have never used the service. No issues besides basic traffic. Police are usually around. There is a fair amount of traffic. Close to the freeways, M53, M59, 696 and 75.,"
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  • kyla
    "mostly everyone drives there own car, don’t really see that much commuting. However mostly everything is in close proximity of each other. "
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  • Resident
    "It’s a mobile home park. At one time it was quite nice but has gone down hill in the past few years. "
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  • Jdior
    "None at all it’s nothing that we do in Detroit honestly besides the people with a buzz it could be better"
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  • Sommer C.
    "Very family oriented community. This community is diverse and very safe. Everyone takes care if their property. "
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  • Courtney C.
    "A nice, safe place to live and work. I have been happy here. I just wish it was closer to the rest of my family. "
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  • Alvin T.
    "Beautiful neighborhood with many stores and shops with restaurants within a close vicinity. All the homes have indoor and outdoor spaces "
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  • Shouse612
    "Depending on the area they must pick up behind their dogs not matter how big the mess and that might be uncomfortable. "
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  • Jennifer.lewis.lbx05
    "A lot of properties have Breed restrictions on bully breeds or they have restrictions on the size of the dogs that they allow."
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  • Jessicagoga
    "All the neighbors are very nice and genuine. It’s very calm and quiet here. Also, the neighborhood is clean."
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  • Leila N.
    "I’m not sure I just work in this community and I also know people that stay in the community. For that reason I would say that the community is nice and clean."
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  • Sommer C.
    "My commute is about 30 minutes to wherever I want to go. There’s are major highways and major streets that will take you from east to west. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good school district to have children in and they have a lot of community activities near by in the summer time and in neighboring cities like Warren and Utica"
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  • Damon A.
    "The people are very kind and welcoming, it's more of a community that works together more than just an assortment of random people."
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  • Sarah L.
    "it's very close to a grocery store, gas station & a Walmart so it's quite convenient. traffic isn't too bad depending on where you plan to go & there's good restaurants nearby also. "
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  • Patrina G.
    "My neighborhood has minimal access to public transportation but the commute to downtown my vehicle is reasonable and accommodating."
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  • Stoner J.
    "I see dogs all the time. they seem welcome in the community. there are dog parks all over the area. "
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  • Em001sm
    "Friendly neighborhood, lots of kids and people out and about good roads and nice parks, wish there were farmers markets"
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  • Riley D
    "We host a festival every July for people in the surrounding area to come and have a good time with trinkets, art, crafts, rides, and games!"
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  • Sarah E. M.
    "Nothing, they would enjoy the neighborhood and walking their dogs. There’s plenty of space and places for the dogs to be and play"
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  • Jccook1028
    "Great city to raise your family! Shopping is close by. Roads are maintained. Overall we love our home and neighbors!"
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  • Michael G.
    "Sterling Heights is the best, since they updated Dodge Park and the new community center. Schools are close, the people are friendly, and it’s safe."
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  • Daniel B.
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    "only halloween. pretty simple neighborhood mostly middle eastern people. diverse community some indian and bengali also. but some drivers are very rough and accident rate is high "
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  • Coomi69
    "There is plenty of school bus pick up stops. Very safe for kids. There are plenty of schools. Grade school thru high school. We just came from dodge park where there is free entertainment in the summer on Thursday nights. "
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  • Debbie K.
    "I love my neighbors! Great parks and bike paths. I have lived here for over 20 years and I still think it is a wonderful area to be."
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  • Paul P.
    "Everyone seems to like and appreciate dogs that are well behaved. I never see them running loose. The only drawback are the busy streets in case one did get loose. "
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  • Shawnita49203
    "Sterling Heights has a beautiful local park in the area. The waterpark for the children and they’re also building a new workout center for the community. It is close to middle school and high school is in elementary’s. And Utica school district is awesome school district in the state of Michigan."
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  • Chagundi
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Frequently asked questions about 8723 Essen Dr

  • What is 8723 Essen Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8723 Essen Dr in Sterling Heights, MI is $284,000.
  • What is the price history for 8723 Essen Dr?
    8723 Essen Dr in Sterling Heights, MI last sold for $280,000 in May 2025.
  • Is Sterling Heights a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sterling Heights is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Sterling Heights?
    The median sale price in Sterling Heights is $316K. That is up $1.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 8723 Essen Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8723 Essen Dr in Sterling Heights, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 8723 Essen Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8723 Essen Dr in Sterling Heights, MI has in-unit laundry.

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