688 Balfour St

Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
  • $1,499,000

    Price
  • 5

    Bed
  • 7

    Bath
  • 6,883

    SqFt
  • 0.65

    Acre

About the Listing 005532 - 398798

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.

Listing Highlights

Status Active
Days on Site 95
Property Type Residential
MLS ® 20261047454
Year Built 1941
Total Square Footage 6,883
Lot/Acreage 0.65
County Wayne
School District Grosse Pointe

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5 Full / 2 Half
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Air Cond: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Fireplaces: Basement,Family Room,Living Room
  • Floor:
  • Above Ground Sq Ft: 4883
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: 2400
  • Basement: Finished
  • Other: 2 Story,Ground Level,Forced Air,2 Car
  • Water: Water at Street

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Garage Capacity: 2 car
  • Lot Dimensions: 80.00X175.00
  • Roof:
  • Others: Brick,Paved
  • Sewer: Sewer at Street
  • Parking Features: Attached

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $30,958
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: 39009020046302
  • Tax Year: N/A

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Originating MLS: Realcomp II Ltd

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Terri Fenelon

Realtor/Associate Broker | Terri Fenelon Real Estate Group | Real Broker, LLC

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