859 Watkins Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Signature Realty
859 Watkins Street,Birmingham, MI 48009
$2,275,000
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 5,453 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: marina csernits
Office: brookstone, realtors llc.
MLS#:20261005815
Source:MI_REALCOMP
Price summary
- Price:$2,275,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$417.2
About this home
A rare in-town offering just steps from downtown Birmingham, this 4,286 SF brick residence with an additional 1,200 SF finished lower is a blend of timeless architecture, elevated design, and modern comfort. Expansion built in 2014 while preserving details of the original home, move-in ready, the home is set on a coveted 190-foot-deep, private, professionally landscaped lot, moments from Birmingham’s premier dining, boutiques, Shain Park, and year-round events. At the heart of the home, a light-filled, open-concept kitchen showcases an oversized island, Thermador appliances, stone countertops and a charming window seat, flowing seamlessly into a sun-splashed breakfast room. A formal dining room and butler’s pantry elevate both entertaining and everyday living. Rich walnut floors, plantation shutters, and three fireplaces-including historic Detroit Pewabic tile, bring warmth, character, and unmistakable style throughout. Indoor-outdoor living is effortless, with both main living spaces opening to a brick paver patio and breathtaking gardens, an ideal backdrop for intimate gatherings or grand entertaining. The home offers four bedrooms, anchored by an expansive primary suite with its own fireplace and sitting area. Two of three additional bedrooms are en suites, including a remarkable full-floor third-level suite, perfect as a second primary retreat, guest quarters, au pair suite, or private office. The finished lower level with 10-foot ceilings adds flexibility with a spacious recreation room, full bath, second laundry, and generous storage. Completing the property is a true Birmingham rarity: a heated three-car garage with a finished 500+ SF suite above, featuring a kitchenette, full bath, fireplace, ideal for guests, a home office, studio, or rec lounge. An aggregate stone drive, inviting porches and pristine grounds round out this one-of-a-kind Birmingham residence, where timeless character meets effortless comfort, thoughtfully designed for today’s modern living....
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Home facts
- Year built:1929
- Listing ID #:20261005815
- Added:62 day(s) ago
- Updated:April 03, 2026 at 07:55 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:6
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:14
- Basement Description:Finished, Full
- Living area:5,453 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1929
- Building area:5,453 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.22 Acres
- Architectural Style:Tudor
- Construction Materials:Brick
- Exterior Features:Covered, Lighting, Patio, Porch
- Foundation Description:Basement, Poured, Sump Pump
- Levels:Three
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,275,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$417.2
- Tax amount:$28,142
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Bar Fridge, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Wine Cooler
- Laundry features:Laundry Room
- Amenities:Central Vacuum
Parking
- Parking description:Detached, Electricity In Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Three Car Garage
- Garage spaces:3
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