$69,000
8539 Desoto Street
Detroit, MI, 48238
SELLER WILL CONSIDER ALL OFFERS! What if you could buy a remodeled Detroit home, add the adjacent lot for a few hundred dollars, and own one of the best opportunities on the block, all for just $85,000? Whether you’re searching for your first home, your next rental property, or a smart long-term investment, 8539 De Soto offers the rare combination of affordability, updates, and future upside that today’s buyers are struggling to find. Situated in Detroit’s emerging Chalfonte neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features natural hardwood flooring, an open-concept layout, butcher block countertops, luxurious porcelain tile, fresh paint, updated plumbing, and updated electrical. The finished basement provides valuable bonus living space, perfect for a home office, recreation room, fitness area, or additional entertaining space. The detached one-car garage also adds convenience. But what truly sets this property apart is what surrounds it. Just a few doors down, you’ll find rows of newer homes built in 2006, helping strengthen the appeal of the block and highlighting the area’s continued evolution. Even more exciting, the possibility of expanding your yard, creating additional outdoor space, or securing extra land for future value by acquiring the fenced in adjacent lot from the city. Some homes are simply places to live. Others are opportunities to get ahead. 8539 De Soto is both. Investors purchasing without representation are encouraged to contact the listing agent for recent neighborhood rental comparables to help verify market rents and investment potential, as this home will likely rent for $1300-$1400. Schedule your showing today before someone else recognizes the opportunity.
Property Details
Price:
$69,000
MLS #:
20261041208
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
1.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
Jun 3, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,976
Total Sq Ft:
988
Lot Size:
3,920 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1953
Schools
School District:
Detroit
Interior
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Basement Partially Finished
Exterior
Construction Materials
Other
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached
Stories
1
Financial
Taxes
$1,441
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Current real estate data for Single Family in Detroit as of Jul 30, 2026
3,963
Single Family Listed
136
Avg DOM
84
Avg $ / SqFt
$150,025
Avg List Price
Community
- Address8539 Desoto Street Detroit MI
- CityDetroit
- CountyWayne
- Zip Code48238
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Property Summary
- 8539 Desoto Street Detroit MI is a Single Family for sale in Detroit, MI, 48238. It is listed for $69,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,976 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1953. The current price per square foot is $35. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Detroit is $84. The average listing price for Single Family in Detroit is $150,025.

8539 Desoto Street
Detroit, MI

