




257 Ridge Rd, Grosse Pointe, MI, 48236
About This Home
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.
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Tudor
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bathroom1
- Level: Second
- Area: 400
Bathroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 70
Bathroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 75
Bathroom4
- Level: Second
- Area: 60
Bathroom5
- Level: Second
- Area: 48
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 418
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
- Area: 552
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 400
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
- Area: 104
Bedroom5
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 567
Features
- Pantry,Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
- Finished area above ground: 9,346
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Boiler,Hot Water,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 11,721
- Total interior livable area: 10,346 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 416
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 1260
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 182
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 38007010470002
- Special condition: Private
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground,Outdoor Pool
- Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 245
Lot
- Lot size: 1.05 Acres
- Features: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft.,Large Lot - 65+ Ft.
- Lot size dimensions: 245 x 186
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3 or More Spaces,Garage,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
