Sold | Detroit, Michigan
This brick home in the Hunds Regent Park subdivision was successfully sold in 2021 for $75,000, exceeding the original list price of $71,000 after receiving four competing offers. The transaction closed with zero seller concessions, following a strategic relaunch that converted buyer interest into a second bidding war after an initial cash offer fell apart — a result driven by disciplined marketing, pricing, and execution in Detroit.
Property Overview
📍 13640 Collingham Drive, Detroit, MI
💰 Sold for $75,000 (Listed at $71,000)
🏠 Single-Family Brick Home | Hunds Regent Park
🛏 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms (Including Basement Bath)
📍 Wayne County
📅 Sold in 2021
Why This Home Sold
This sale required strategy and adaptability, not just demand.
Key factors included:
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Strong marketing that initially attracted a qualified cash buyer
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When that offer fell apart, prior buyer interest was retained and reactivated
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A second bidding war was created from existing momentum
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The seller selected the strongest overall offer, not just speed
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The home sold $4,000 over asking price with no concessions
This approach protected value and ensured the transaction closed cleanly.
Home Features & Condition
The property itself supported strong buyer interest due to its move-in-ready condition:
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Well-maintained brick construction
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Central air conditioning
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Newer furnace (2019)
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Roof in good condition (2014)
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Natural hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, and hallway
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Bay window in the dining room
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Fireplace in the living room
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Updated kitchen
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Basement with full bathroom and potential entertainment space
Why This Sale Matters
This transaction demonstrates how low-end does not mean low strategy.
The seller originally purchased the home for $6,600 and sold it for $75,000, representing a 1,036% return on investment. Strategic marketing, pricing discipline, and buyer management — not luck — turned this property into a high-performing investment outcome.
Detroit Investment Market Insight
Detroit continues to offer opportunities for buyers and sellers focused on value, cash flow, and long-term appreciation. Properties that are positioned correctly — even at lower price points — can generate competitive demand and strong returns.
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