137 Trowbridge St, Detroit, MI, 48202
About This Home
Welcome to 137 Trowbridge, where historic Detroit charm meets modern income potential. This fully renovated 5 bed 3.5 bath brick beauty has been updated top to bottom and is ready to work for you from day one. Live in it. Rent it. Airbnb it. The choice is yours. The basement unit is currently rented at $1,000/month with a tenant who also manages Airbnb cleanings for the owner. The home is booked every weekend throughout the summer generating consistent short term rental income without the hassle. This is a true house hack opportunity in one of Detroit’s most sought after corridors. Steps from the iconic Boston Edison Historic District. Right off Woodward Ave. Minutes to downtown Detroit, New Center, and everything the city has to offer. Outside you will find a private backyard retreat complete with a shed featuring a sauna plus extra storage for bikes, lawn equipment, and more.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Materials
- Foundation: Michigan Basement
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2018
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Free Standing Gas Range,Free Standing Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 16 X 21
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 X 13
Features
- Entrance Foyer,High Speed Internet
- Finished area above ground: 2,582
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fans,Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,582 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 X 11
Laundry
- Level: Entry
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9 X 8
Living Room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 6 X 12
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 25
- Dimensions: 5 X 5
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 437
- Dimensions: 23 X 19
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W01I003319S
- Special condition: Short Sale No,Standard
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 6,969 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 135
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
- 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 | $2,452 | $29,424 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,040 | $12,480 |
| Property Taxes | $1,002 | $12,024 |
| Electricity | $281 | $3,379 |
| Total | $4,775 | $57,300 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Listed for sale | $485,000 |
| 2026-08-10 | Listing removed | $485,000 |
| 2026-06-10 | Listed for sale | $485,000 |
| 2026-04-30 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2026-04-26 | Listed for sale | $468,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2017-04-20 | Sold | $44,000 |
| 2017-02-27 | Listed for sale | $45,900 |
| 2016-11-09 | Listing removed | $25,000 |
| 2016-11-09 | Listed for sale | $25,000 |
| 2016-09-16 | Pending sale | $25,000 |
| 2016-09-13 | Listed for sale | $25,000 |
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