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Grosse Pointe Farms,MI 48236
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 9,346 sqft
Price per Sqft $278
Subdivision Joy Realty Co Hamilton Park Sub 1
MLS Listing ID 50188241
Style 2 Story
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
Abv Grd Liv Area 9,346
Year Built 1929
Annual Tax Amount $30,146
Lot Size 1.050 Acres
Acres 1.05
Lot Dimensions 245 X 186
Property Sub-Type Single Family
Property Description
Designed by legendary architect Albert Kahn and situated on a rare, private acre in the heart of Grosse Pointe Farms, 257 Ridge Road is an architectural treasure—steeped in history and refined in craftsmanship. This stately Tudor masterpiece is a study in elegance, from its grand marble-floored foyer—worthy of a cinematic entrance—to its 10-foot sculpted plaster ceilings, exquisite oak paneling with linen-fold carvings, and handcrafted leaded-glass windows, including custom cherub stained glass. Every inch reflects timeless quality, with herringbone-patterned hardwood floors, Juliet balconies, and Pewabic-tiled baths paying homage to Detroit's artistic legacy. The main level offers sun-drenched formal rooms, each rich in scale and historic detail. The paneled library features a bar, built-ins, and fireplace, while the grand living room impresses with carved oak paneling, an ornate fireplace surround, and leaded French doors opening to a covered terrace overlooking manicured gardens and a heated in-ground pool. The formal dining room glows beneath a Waterford chandelier, while the refreshed kitchen offers newer appliances, granite counters, a casual dining area, and an adjoining den/family room for today's relaxed living. Upstairs, seven bedrooms provide comfort and character—including an expansive primary suite designed as a true retreat, complete with dual bedrooms for ultimate privacy and versatility. Modern updates include a generator and central air for year-round comfort. A private gym adds further convenience. Above the attached three-car garage, a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath coach house with full kitchen and laundry offers ideal space for guests, multigenerational living, au pair suite, or an executive rental. Outside, the estate lives like a private resort, with lush gardens, brick pathways, and a beautifully restored pool house completing the setting. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this is a once-in-a-generation offering—an iconic home in one of the most sought-after settings in the Grosse Pointes.
Location
State MI
County Wayne
Area Grosse Pointe Farms (82334)
Rooms
Basement Finished
Interior
Interior Features Hardwood Floors
Hot Water Gas
Heating Boiler,Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Type FamRoom Fireplace,LivRoom Fireplace,Other (FireplaceFeatures),Primary Bedroom Fireplace
Exterior
Parking Features Attached Garage
Garage Spaces 3.0
Garage Yes
Building
Story 2 Story
Foundation Basement
Water Public Water
Architectural Style Colonial,Tudor
Structure Type Brick,Wood
Schools
School District Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Others
Ownership Private
SqFt Source Public Records
Energy Description Natural Gas
Financing Cash,Conventional