




5235 Chalmers St E, Detroit, MI, 48213
About This Home
Bring your vision and tools to this spacious two-family flat totaling 1,680 sq. ft. 2 units within each unit. Both units are vacant and ready for renovation—an excellent property to add to your rental portfolio or create a multi-generational living space. Located in a desirable neighborhood just off Warren, you’ll enjoy close proximity to vibrant recreation: the sidewalks lead you near Chandler Park, Skate Park, Chandler Park Water Park, and Skating Land—perfect for renters who value outdoor activity and community amenities. A vacant lot sits nearby offering buyers a unique expansion opportunity through city acquisition for additional yard or parking space (buyer to verify with the city). Brick garage included. This home is filled with potential and waiting for its next chapter!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Block
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subType: Duplex
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area above ground: 1,680
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W21I055968S
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Short Sale No,Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 151
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Wayne County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $505 | $6,060 |
| Home Insurance * | $401 | $4,812 |
| Property Taxes | $122 | $1,464 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,216 | $14,592 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-20 | Price change | $100,000 |
| 2025-10-23 | Listed for sale | $110,000 |
