688 Balfour Street, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Metro Brokers
688 Balfour Street,Grossepointepark, MI 48230
$1,585,000
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 6,883 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: james b saros
Office: jim saros real estate services
MLS#:20261047454
Source:MI_REALCOMP
Price summary
- Price:$1,585,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$230.28
About this home
The perfect combination of timeless pre-war character and thoughtfully curated modern updates, just steps from Lake St. Clair. This exceptional residence offers an ideal blend of historic charm and today's most desired amenities, featuring a beautifully updated kitchen that opens seamlessly to the stunning round family room, creating a rare and functional open-concept layout.
Recent improvements include a newly renovated foyer, living room, and first-floor powder room, along with numerous cosmetic updates throughout the home that further elevate its style and appeal. All bathrooms have been updated, and the home also features a mudroom located off the attached heater garage, second-floor laundry (plus additional basement laundry), and a spectacular finished lower level complete with a large entertainment area, wet bar, and spa-inspired full bath.
Virtually every major system has been addressed, including plumbing, electrical, windows, copper gutters, HVAC, blown-in insulation, and a French drain system—providing peace of mind for years to come. Situated on an impressive 0.65-acre lot, additional highlights include a circular driveway and additional storage shed.
A truly rare offering in Grosse Pointe Park, combining character, scale, modern updates, and an unbeatable location near the waterfront, resident-only parks, and just minutes from Downtown Detroit....
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Home facts
- Year built:1941
- Listing ID #:20261047454
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 23, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:7
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:12
- Basement Description:Finished
- Living area:6,883 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1941
- Building area:6,883 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.65 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Brick
- Foundation Description:Basement, Poured
- Levels:Two
Utilities
- Water:Water at Street
- Sewer:Sewer at Street
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,585,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$230.28
- Tax amount:$30,958
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Parking
- Parking description:Attached, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces:2
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