Timeless Tudor architecture and exceptional potential characterize this grand Palmer Woods residence. Located on a tree-lined street known for its beautiful homes, winding roads, and strong sense of community, this property offers excellent bones and the chance to create a truly spectacular retreat tailored for modern living and entertaining. A welcoming foyer leads to a spacious living room with a fireplace, a large wood-paneled library, and a generous screened porch that encourages indoor-outdoor living. Classic details throughout include rich millwork, leaded-glass accents, original plasterwork, and beautifully tiled vintage bathrooms. Four fireplaces add warmth and character, while the lower level features terrazzo floors and ample space for recreation, storage, or creative reimagining. With six bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, the layout offers flexibility for guest suites, working from home, or a thoughtful redesign. Its size, craftsmanship, and preserved architectural features present a rare opportunity to restore and personalize a Tudor of this caliber in one of Detroit's most admired neighborhoods. Palmer Woods provides private security and road snow removal through its Special Assessment District. Convenient to Downtown Detroit, Ferndale, Birmingham, Palmer Park, the Detroit Golf Club, and the vibrant Livernois commercial district. This home qualifies for the NEZ-H property tax abatement.
Top-Rated School District
Open House
$750,000

1686 Balmoral Drive, Detroit, MI, 48203

1686 Balmoral Drive, Detroit, MI, 48203
BEDS
7
BATHS
4
SQUARE FT.
6,050
BUILT IN
1925
Time Advantage
Due to day on market:
9 DAYS

Property Details

Description

Timeless Tudor architecture and exceptional potential characterize this grand Palmer Woods residence. Located on a tree-lined street known for its beautiful homes, winding roads, and strong sense of community, this property offers excellent bones and the chance to create a truly spectacular retreat tailored for modern living and entertaining. A welcoming foyer leads to a spacious living room with a fireplace, a large wood-paneled library, and a generous screened porch that encourages indoor-outdoor living. Classic details throughout include rich millwork, leaded-glass accents, original plasterwork, and beautifully tiled vintage bathrooms. Four fireplaces add warmth and character, while the lower level features terrazzo floors and ample space for recreation, storage, or creative reimagining. With six bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, the layout offers flexibility for guest suites, working from home, or a thoughtful redesign. Its size, craftsmanship, and preserved architectural features present a rare opportunity to restore and personalize a Tudor of this caliber in one of Detroit's most admired neighborhoods. Palmer Woods provides private security and road snow removal through its Special Assessment District. Convenient to Downtown Detroit, Ferndale, Birmingham, Palmer Park, the Detroit Golf Club, and the vibrant Livernois commercial district. This home qualifies for the NEZ-H property tax abatement.

Find out more about this home

Tour Request

Ready to Make This Home Yours?

Calculate Your Monthly Payment

Use our free mortgage calculator to estimate your monthly payment for this property.

Calculate Payment

Get Pre-Approved

Secure your financing with our trusted lending partners in just minutes.

Start Pre-Approval

Looking for more options in Detroit?

View All Homes in Detroit

Key Details

Price per Sqft123.96694214876032
MLS Listing ID60957152
Square Footage6,050 Sqft
Lot Size0.32
Originating BoardRealcomp MLS
HOA FeeN/A

Location

StateMI
CountyWayne
AreaDetroit
Zoning48203

Interior

Heating["Hot Water", "Natural Gas"]
Heat SourceNatural Gas

Exterior

PoolNo
Waterfrontno
Roof TypeN/A

Building

Lot DimensionsN/A
SewerSewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
WaterPublic (Municipal)
Structure Type

Others

Tax ID0824210132
Ownership
Acceptable FinancingCash, Conventional, VA

Schools / Nearby Schools

Top-Rated School DistrictTop-Rated
Source: GreatSchool.org © 2025. All rights reserved.
Walkability Score
8 / 10
Alameda High School
High School
Walkability Score
7 / 10
Lincoln Middle School
Middle School
Walkability Score
8 / 10
Frank Otis Elementary School
Elementary School
Loading nearby places...
Loading scores...
Loading calculator...

Similar Homes for Sale

Loading similar properties...
IDX Logo

IDX provided courtesy of Realcomp II Ltd. via GoodHome Realty and MLS. Copyright 2025 Realcomp II Ltd. Shareholders. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is not guaranteed or warranted. All information should be independently verified.

The data relating to real estate properties on this website was last updated as recently as 12/26/2025 11:00:00 PM EST.

Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: GoodHome Realty and MLS, Inc., REALTOR® - Quinton Lemond - (248) 928-4992.