1686 Balmoral Drive
Detroit, MI 48203

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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.

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Single Family Home
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Wayne County
• Zip Code: 48203
• Year Built: 1925
• School District: Detroit
• Sq.Ft.: 6,050 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 16
• Bedrooms: 7
• Full Baths: 3
• Half Baths: 1
• Basement: Partial, Yes
• Garage: 3 Car
• Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
• Lot Size: 13939 sq ft lot
• Baths: 4
• Additional Items: Basement Partially Finished
• Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
• Bathroom 1: 9 x 11, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 2: 8 x 8, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 3: 9 x 5, Level-Main
• Bathroom 4: 10 x 6, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 2: 16 x 12, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 3: 16 x 13, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 4: 16 x 16, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 5: 10 x 11, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 6: 14 x 9, Level-Upper
• Building Area Total: 5047
• Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding
• Cross Street: Woodward Avenue & 7 Mile Road
• Dining Area: 10 x 16, Level-Main
• Dining Room: 18 x 15, Level-Main
• Directions: Head west on West 7 Mile Road for approximately 0.1 miles. Turn right onto Burlington Drive, drive north for one block, and turn left onto Balmoral Drive. Continue east on Balmoral Drive; 1686 Balmoral Drive will be on your right.
• Heat Source: Natural Gas
• Heating: Hot Water
• Homestead%: 100
• Interior Features: Basement Partially Finished
• Kitchen: 16 x 11, Level-Main
• Living Room: 34 x 18, Level-Main, 12 x 11, Level-Upper
• Lot Size Area: 0.32
• Lot Size Square Feet: 13939.2
• Lot Size Units: Acres
• MLS Area Major: Wayne County - 100
• MLS Area Minor: Wayne County - 100
• Main Full Baths: 1
• Main Type: Residential
• Office: 16 x 16, Level-Main
• Parcel Number: W02I004644S
• Parking Features: Detached
• Primary Bedroom: 15 x 23, Level-Upper
• Road Frontage: 90
• Roof: Asphalt, Rubber
• SEV: 444900
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Street Type: Paved
• Tax Annual Amount: 8153.97
• Tax Legal Description: N BALMORAL DRIVE 174 PALMER WOODS SUB L32 P16 PLATS, W C R 2/140 90 X 156.44A
• Total Baths Above Grade: 4
• Total Beds Above Grade: 7
• Total Rooms AG: 13
• Upper Bedrooms: 7
• Upper Full Baths: 3
• Water Heater: Natural Gas
• Water Source: Public