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4040 W Outer Drive

Detroit, Michigan 48221
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Bed 4

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Bath 3.5

Bath

SqFt3,200

Sqft

Acres0.20

Acre(Lot)

Classic mid-century modern ranch set on W Outer Dr, offering approximately 5,300 sq ft of living space with a distinctive combination of original character and thoughtful updates. The home features floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring angled ceilings, exposed brick, slate flooring, and multiple doorwalls that connect the interior to the private courtyard and outdoor spaces. The living area includes a unique glass fireplace that was featured in a 1957 Detroit Free Press article, with the original article available. The kitchen features granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and an original built-in hibachi grill. The private courtyard includes a built-in grill and multiple doorwalls, creating a comfortable indoor-outdoor setting. The primary suite is generously sized and opens directly to th e Florida room and private heated indoor pool with jacuzzi jets. It also includes a large walk-in closet and dressing area with skylights and extensive built-ins. The finished basement includes a bedroom, full bath, wet bar, walk-out stairs, and multiple egress windows. Additional interior features include vintage bathrooms with original tile and cabinetry and a second wet bar in the living area. Other notable features include two-zone forced-air gas heating, central air, newer windows and doorwalls, a newer sprinkler system, security cameras with two-way audio, and a manual gas generator designed to operate the entire house. The attached 2.5-car garage provides additional convenience. The property is approximately 8,624 sq ft, and the home dates to 1955, reflecting the architecture and design of its era. It is also located in an NEZ-Homestead tax abatement district according to the provided information. A distinctive Detroit residence with preserved mid-century character, substantial living space, and an unusually complete collection of indoor and outdoor features.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $699,000

AD Id : 91337994

MLS Id : 20261075744

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.20 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,200 Sq. Ft

Tax Amount : $6,044

Year Built : 1955

Garage : 2.5 Car

County : Wayne

Subdivision: City Center Square #2

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3.5 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1
  • Room Information

    Total Rooms: 12 Porches: Patio,Enclosed

    Interior Features

    Indoor Pool,Jetted Tub,Wet Bar,Closed Circuit Camera(s) Roof: Asphalt Basement Description: Daylight,Finished,Walk-Out Access Fireplace: Yes Appliances: Indoor Grill
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Forced Air,Zoned Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

    Fireplace

    Living Room

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1955 Building Stories: 1 Story Fireplace: Living Room Roof: Asphalt Foundation/Basement: Basement Architecture: Ranch
  • Exterior Features

    Whole House Generator,BBQ Grill,Chimney Cap(s),Fenced,Pool - Inground Construction: Brick
  • Utility Features

    Sewer: Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water

    Public (Municipal)

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size: 0.20 Lot Dimensions: 58X149 Lot Features: Level,Sprinkler(s) Frontage Feet: 58
  • Property Information

    SQ ft: 3200 Subdivision: Blenheim Forest Sub Financing: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: $699,000
  • Listing Information

    Possession: Negotiable Legal Description: N OUTER DRIVE 214 AND S 9 FT OF VAC ALLEY ADJ BLENHEIM FOREST SUB L55 P39 PLATS W C R 16/411 58 X 149

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $6,044 Parcel Number: W16I008999S
  • Possession

    Negotiable
  • Legal Information

    Legal Description: Section: N OUTER DRIVE 214 AND S 9 FT OF VAC ALLEY ADJ BLENHEIM FOREST SUB L55 P39 PLATS W C R 16/411 58 X 149

  • Parking Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Size: 2.5 Car Garage Description: Attached,Driveway
  • Multi-Unit Information

    Road Frontage: Paved,Pub. Sidewalk

  • School Information

    School District: Detroit
  • Fire Place Information

    Fire Place: Yes Fire Place Location: Living Room
  • Utility Information

    Water: Public (Municipal) Sewer: Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/19/2026 @ 00:46

MLS: 20261075744 LISTED BY: Suna Khalil , RE/MAX Leading Edge 313-277-7777 SOURCE: Realcomp II Ltd

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