691 W Canfield St, Detroit, MI, 48201
About This Home
Rare opportunity to own on historic West Canfield in Midtown! Built in 1895 and restored by the current & previous owner, character still lives on: decorative custom woodwork & moldings, multiple fireplaces w/ original mantels & a grand entry staircase! It currently features 2 distinct spaces- owner occupant + an upper income-generating flat! Keep it multi-use or explore your own vision to turn it back into a single-family home! This would be Airbnb, event or business friendly! The first floor has white oak hardwood floors, open kitchen design w/ white shaker cabinets, bronze architectural hardware, Carrara marble countertops, Grohe plumbing fixtures, stainless steel appliances, in the bathroom- hexagon Carrera tile, custom vanity & large walk-in rain shower. The upper flat features high ceilings & lots of light with 3 rooms, 1 full bath, in-unit washer/dryer. It includes oak hardwood floors, quartz countertops, backsplash & stainless steel appliances. The basement has been fully renovated adding 1,000 sqft of additional bonus living- a full kitchen, 3 rooms, full bathroom and mud room with entryway. Located on one of the most desirable streets in Detroit, close to many nearby shops, dining and attractions!
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Good Transit
Biker's ParadiseSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2026
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Queen Anne
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built In Gas Range,Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Free Standing Refrigerator,Microwave,Range Hood,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk Out Access
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- High Speed Internet
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 750
- Finished area above ground: 2,746
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,496 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9 X 15
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 8
- Dimensions: 2 X 4
Living Room
- Level: Second
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 10 X 22
Living Room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 200
- Dimensions: 20 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 10 X 6
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Other
- Level: Basement
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W04I000901S001
- Special condition: Short Sale No,Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 5,820 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 60 x 97
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
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
- 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 | $4,040 | $48,480 |
| Home Insurance * | $645 | $7,740 |
| Property Taxes | $978 | $11,736 |
| Electricity | $381 | $4,575 |
| Total | $6,044 | $72,528 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $825,000 |
| 2022-05-18 | Sold | $605,000 |
| 2022-05-16 | Pending sale | $634,900 |
| 2022-04-05 | Price change | $634,900 |
| 2022-03-04 | Pending sale | $648,900 |
| 2022-01-10 | Listed for sale | $648,900 |
| 2022-01-01 | Listing removed | $648,900 |
| 2021-11-10 | Price change | $648,900 |
| 2021-09-20 | Listed for sale | $698,900 |
| 2021-08-04 | Pending sale | $698,900 |
| 2021-05-20 | Price change | $698,900 |
| 2021-01-27 | Price change | $764,900 |
| 2020-11-17 | Listed for sale | $789,900 |
| 2019-07-31 | Listing removed | $2,200 |
| 2019-07-08 | Listed for rent | $2,200 |
| 2019-02-26 | Sold | $450,000 |
| 2018-11-15 | Listing removed | $620,000 |
| 2018-09-27 | Listed for sale | $620,000 |
| 2015-06-03 | Sold | $335,000 |
| 2011-03-29 | Listing removed | $950 |
| 2011-02-28 | Price change | $950 |
| 2011-01-11 | Listed for rent | $1,000 |
For Sale by Agent
View on Zillow