Welcome home to this charming and beautifully maintained 2-bedroom ranch in the heart of Ferndale! This inviting home offers comfortable, easy one-level living with hardwood floors, a bright and welcoming living room, and a spacious kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and convenient first-floor laundry. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a NEW ROOF (2026), beautifully remodeled bathroom (2021), and newer furnace and central air conditioning (2014). Step outside to discover a beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard featuring a spacious deck, garden beds, and a relaxing porch swing, perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful summer evenings. A detached garage adds convenience and additional storage. Beyond the home, experience everything that makes Ferndale one of Metro Detroit's most exciting communities! Enjoy an incredible selection of restaurants, unique shops, lively bars, craft breweries, and vibrant nightlife in downtown Ferndale. Throughout the year, the city comes alive with celebrated music and art festivals, including the Ferndale Dream Cruise festivities, Funky Ferndale Art Fair, DIY Street Fair, and other community events. Whether you're enjoying live music, exploring local art, dining at a favorite restaurant, or discovering a new downtown hotspot, there's always something happening in Ferndale! A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a charming home with major updates and all the excitement of Ferndale living!
Mayfield Gardens, located between Woodward Avenue and Hilton Road, is a residential and walkable Ferndale neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a compact grid of side streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around 9 Mile Road at Woodward Avenue, where sidewalk patios, indie storefronts, and late-night marquees set the tempo. Architectural cues lean toward early-20th-century bungalows and tidy colonials with deep porches and small front gardens. The Rust Belt Market and The Loving Touch anchor local culture with maker stalls and live music energy. Green pockets such as Martin Road Park and nearby trails add a calm counterpoint to the commercial corridors.
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Offer insights
1979 Pilgrim St · $183,000
$189K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $189K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
4 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Crawl space
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Paved road
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
Ground-level entry with steps
Parking
Detached garage
1.5 garage spaces
Construction
Vinyl siding
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome home to this charming and beautifully maintained 2-bedroom ranch in the heart of Ferndale! This inviting home offers comfortable, easy one-level living with hardwood floors, a bright and welcoming living room, and a spacious kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and convenient first-floor laundry. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a NEW ROOF (2026), beautifully remodeled bathroom (2021), and newer furnace and central air conditioning (2014). Step outside to discover a beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard featuring a spacious deck, garden beds, and a relaxing porch swing, perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful summer evenings. A detached garage adds convenience and additional storage. Beyond the home, experience everything that makes Ferndale one of Metro Detroit's most exciting communities! Enjoy an incredible selection of restaurants, unique shops, lively bars, craft breweries, and vibrant nightlife in downtown Ferndale. Throughout the year, the city comes alive with celebrated music and art festivals, including the Ferndale Dream Cruise festivities, Funky Ferndale Art Fair, DIY Street Fair, and other community events. Whether you're enjoying live music, exploring local art, dining at a favorite restaurant, or discovering a new downtown hotspot, there's always something happening in Ferndale! A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a charming home with major updates and all the excitement of Ferndale living!
REALCOMP #20261087546
Oct 31, 2026
Contingent
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Oct 29, 2026
Listed
$183,000
$249/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60950637
Nov 11, 2025
Contingent
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Nov 11, 2025
Listing Removed
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Nov 6, 2025
Listed
$179,900
$245/sq ft
REALCOMP #20251050766
Nov 11, 2025
Contingent
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Nov 11, 2025
Listing Removed
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Nov 6, 2025
Listed
$179,900
$245/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #916479
Jun 29, 2010
Listing Removed
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Dec 1, 2009
Listed
$74,900
$102/sq ft
REALCOMP #29147635
Jun 29, 2010
Listing Removed
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Nov 17, 2009
Listed
$59,900
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 18, 1996
Sold
$47,500
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,343 (+2.6%)
2024
$1,308 (−3.4%)
2023
$1,354 (+3.5%)
2022
$1,308 (−0.1%)
2021
$1,310 (+1.8%)
2020
$1,287 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,267 (+1.5%)
2018
$1,249 (+1.4%)
2017
$1,232 (+1.8%)
2016
$1,210 (+2.9%)
2015
$1,176 (+4.0%)
2014
$1,131 (+0.7%)
2013
$1,123
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,661 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Finished Sq. Ft.
725
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
725
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
24-25-26-457-015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
To encourage a mix of homes dwelling 1-unit; 2-unit; and accessory dwellings ADs to create cohesive, walkable neighborhoods. 3-unit and 4-unit dwellings are allowed by Special Land Use approval up to a maximum of 4-units per lot including an AD. Neighborhood serving amenities and services such as religious institutions, parks, and recreation are also permitted. The district is defined by tree-lined streets, homes of different architectural styles, and cohesive neighborhoods that facilitate social interaction i.e., front porches, garages located to the side of the dwelling or detached at the rear of the property, etc. The R-1 District prioritizes pedestrian activity via building design, traffic calming infrastructure, crosswalks, sidewalks, and bike lanes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Mar 3, 2027 • Active
Building
Grading
Oct 15, 2014 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ferndale, MI • 48220
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Ferndale. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1979 Pilgrim St
$182,864
$137 under list price of $183K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $139K to $185K.