1222 Cole Street

About this home

Stunning modern design, exceptional detail & a short stroll to downtown Birmingham: in-town living at its finest! A beautiful front porch, custom metal front door and landscape lighting make a striking first impression. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the backyard: contemporary fountain, low-maintenance landscaping, raised garden beds, fire pit, gorgeous mature trees and a patio with motorized cover. Abundant windows bring in natural light, motorized shades thru out & bamboo floors in most of the home. The library/den offers built-ins, stunning barn doors & a "hidden" safe. The kitchen: wow factor plus! Thermador appliances (all new in '21) incl. a warming drawer below the oven, 52" glass & metal cabinets, concrete counters, newer backsplash, large island with seating, zoned wine fridge, spacious dining area & spectacular lighting. The open great room has a cozy gas fireplace, & the floating staircases are a work of art. Rear entry with upscale cubby area, a powder room with a bold red sink adds designer touch. The 2nd floor offers a primary suite with sliding barn door, coved ceiling with cove lights, rich wood floors, large walk-in closet & sumptuous bath with steam shower. The 2nd bedroom adorned with sound-dampening curtains. 2nd floor offers the convenience of the laundry room & a large full bath. The 3rd level is a gem: a large, open space perfect for a guest suite or entertainment area with room for an office, featuring a beamed ceiling, wood floors and half bath. The real bonus? A 20' x 23' rooftop patio with a wood-burning fireplace & treetop views, one of this home's most coveted features! The finished basement with egress window is set up as a home gym but can serve as any type of space your heart desires. Updates include a new furnace & A/C on the 1st floor, new whole-house water heater, garage door ('21) & infrastructure in place for solar panels. Dining table and chairs included. Function & sophistication at its best! Start living large!

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How it compares in Birmingham

Over the last 90 days, 102 homes sold in Birmingham for a median of $907,000, about $331 per square foot, and the typical one went under contract in 18 days. This home is listed at $1,100,000, or $315 per square foot, 5% below the city median, and has been on the market 10 days. Size, condition, updates and the exact street all move the number, so treat this as context. See recent Birmingham sales or ask us for the comparable sales on this one.

Property taxes for a new owner

The current owner pays about $17,778 a year. A buyer who lives here would pay about $17,955 to $21,188 a year once the taxable value resets after the sale, at the 2025 homestead rate of 38.14 mills for Birmingham City and Birmingham schools, plus the 1% administration fee. Michigan resets a home's taxable value the year after it sells, so the seller's bill isn't a good number to budget with. See the math.

Monthly payment estimate

Estimate only, 30 year fixed, includes taxes at a new owner's rate when listed. Ask us for a lender quote.

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