859 Watkins Street
Birmingham, MI 48009

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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.

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Single Family Home
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Oakland County
• Zip Code: 48009
• Year Built: 1929
• Subdivision/Neighborhood: Birmingham
• School District: Birmingham
• Sq.Ft.: 5,453 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 20
• Bedrooms: 4
• Full Baths: 5
• Half Baths: 1
• Basement: Yes
• Garage: 3 Car
• Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
• Lot Size: 9583 sq ft lot
• Baths: 6
• Additional Items: Central Vacuum, Basement Finished
• Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
• Basement Full Baths: 1
• Bathroom 1: 6 x 5, Level-Main
• Bathroom 2: 8 x 5, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 3: 10 x 6, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 4: 9 x 8, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 5: 8 x 5, Level-Basement
• Bedroom 2: 19 x 13, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 3: 18 x 14, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 4: 19 x 16, Level-Upper
• Bonus Room: 35 x 31, Level-Basement
• Building Area Total: 4283
• Construction Materials: Brick
• Cooling: Central Air
• Cross Street: Watkins and Hanna
• Dining Area: 14 x 10, Level-Main
• Dining Room: 13 x 12, Level-Main
• Directions: South of Brown St. East of Southfield
• Family Room: 22 x 16, Level-Main
• Heat Source: Natural Gas
• Heating: Forced Air
• Homestead%: 100
• Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Basement Finished
• Kitchen: 20 x 18, Level-Main
• Laundry: 6 x 4, Level-Upper, 12 x 5, Level-Basement
• Laundry Features: Lower Level, Upper Level
• Living Room: 18 x 13, Level-Main
• Lot Size Area: 0.22
• Lot Size Square Feet: 9583.2
• Lot Size Units: Acres
• MLS Area Major: Oakland County - 70
• MLS Area Minor: Oakland County - 70
• Main Full Baths: 1
• Main Type: Residential
• Other: 9 x 7, Level-Main
• Parcel Number: 1936156008
• Parking Features: Heated Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener
• Pets: Yes
• Primary Bathroom: 12 x 11, Level-Upper
• Primary Bedroom: 30 x 18, Level-Upper
• Road Frontage: 50
• Roof: Asphalt
• SEV: 739860
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Street Type: Paved
• Tax Annual Amount: 28142
• Tax Legal Description: T2N, R10E, SEC 36 SMITH ADD LOT 40, ALSO 1/2 OF VAC ALLEYS ADJ TO SAME ON N & E
• Total Baths Above Grade: 5
• Total Beds Above Grade: 4
• Total Rooms AG: 14
• Township: Birmingham
• Upper Bedrooms: 4
• Upper Full Baths: 4
• Utility Room: 14 x 8, Level-Main
• Water Heater: Tankless, Natural Gas
• Water Source: Public