257 Ridge Road
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

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Designed by legendary architect Albert Kahn and situated on a rare, private acre in the heart of Grosse Pointe Farms, 257 Ridge Road is an architectural treasure—steeped in history and refined in craftsmanship. This stately Tudor masterpiece is a study in elegance, from its grand marble-floored foyer—worthy of a cinematic entrance—to its 10-foot sculpted plaster ceilings, exquisite oak paneling with linen-fold carvings, and handcrafted leaded-glass windows, including custom cherub stained glass. Every inch reflects timeless quality, with herringbone-patterned hardwood floors, Juliet balconies, and Pewabic-tiled baths paying homage to Detroit's artistic legacy. The main level offers sun-drenched formal rooms, each rich in scale and historic detail. The paneled library features a bar, built-ins, and fireplace, while the grand living room impresses with carved oak paneling, an ornate fireplace surround, and leaded French doors opening to a covered terrace overlooking manicured gardens and a heated in-ground pool. The formal dining room glows beneath a Waterford chandelier, while the refreshed kitchen offers newer appliances, granite counters, a casual dining area, and an adjoining den/family room for today's relaxed living. Upstairs, seven bedrooms provide comfort and character—including an expansive primary suite designed as a true retreat, complete with dual bedrooms for ultimate privacy and versatility. Modern updates include a generator and central air for year-round comfort. A private gym adds further convenience. Above the attached three-car garage, a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath coach house with full kitchen and laundry offers ideal space for guests, multigenerational living, au pair suite, or an executive rental. Outside, the estate lives like a private resort, with lush gardens, brick pathways, and a beautifully restored pool house completing the setting. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this is a once-in-a-generation offering—an iconic home in one of the most sought-after settings in the Grosse Pointes.

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Single Family Home
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Wayne County
• Zip Code: 48236
• Year Built: 1929
• Subdivision/Neighborhood: Grosse Pointe Farms City
• School District: Grosse Pointe
• Sq.Ft.: 9,346 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 19
• Bedrooms: 7
• Full Baths: 5
• Basement: Yes
• Garage: Attached, 3 Car
• Fireplace: Family Room, Other, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
• Lot Size: 1.05 acres
• Baths: 5
• Bathroom 1: 25 x 16, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 2: 7 x 10, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 2: 20 x 20, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 3: 18 x 13, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 4: 8 x 13, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 5: 10 x 12, Level-Upper
• Building Area Total: 9346
• Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
• Cooling: Central Air
• Cross Street: Touraine
• Dining Room: 21 x 27, Level-Main
• Exterior Features: Patio, Porch
• Heat Source: Natural Gas
• Heating: Hot Water
• Homestead%: 100
• Kitchen: 32 x 13, Level-Main
• Living Room: 35 x 36, Level-Main
• Lot Features: Sidewalk
• Lot Size Area: 1.05
• Lot Size Square Feet: 45738
• Lot Size Units: Acres
• MLS Area Major: Wayne County - 100
• MLS Area Minor: Wayne County - 100
• Main Type: Residential
• Office: 13 x 14, Level-Main
• Other: 5 x 15, Bathroom 3, Level-Upper, 12 x 5, Bathroom 4, 8 x 6, Bathroom 5, 19 x 22, Bedroom 6, 10 x 14, Lavatory 1, Level-Main, Lavatory 2, 18 x 29, Library/Den, 18 x 18, Sun/FLA Room
• Parking Features: Attached
• Primary Bedroom: 24 x 23, Level-Upper
• Road Frontage: 245
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Street Type: Paved
• Total Baths Above Grade: 5
• Total Beds Above Grade: 6
• Township: Grosse Pointe Farms City
• Water Heater: Natural Gas