5449 Military Avenue, Brighton Township, MI 48116
Price cut $15,000 since it was listed at $265,000
Est. $1,804/mo with current taxes · · See the breakdown
About this home
LOCATION, OPPORTUNITY & VALUE! Just about a mile from the heart of Downtown Brighton, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy one of the area's most desirable locations! With 920 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, this home is ideal for those looking to make homeownership a reality, downsize, or add to an investment portfolio. Enjoy the convenience of nearby shopping, dining and entertainment, along with excellent access to major freeways for an easy commute. Valuable updates include a newer roof, approximately 2020, and an on-demand hot water system installed in 2025. All appliances are included! Step outside to a fenced backyard with a deck offering the perfect spot for summer gatherings, morning coffee or simply relaxing outdoors. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists and DIYers will appreciate the spacious 2.5-car garage complete with workshop space, while an additional shed provides even more storage. With its fantastic location, valuable updates and exceptional potential, this is a wonderful opportunity to own a home close to everything Downtown Brighton has to offer!
Monthly payment
The tax line is the seller's current bill from the MLS. Michigan uncaps the taxable value the year after a sale, so tap See uncapped taxes for what a buyer will likely pay then.The uncapped tax line is this home's bill after it uncaps: half the price times 19.86 mills, the 2025 homestead rate here. Insurance is a $2,400/yr placeholder and PMI 0.55% of the loan below 20% down. An estimate, not a loan quote.
The facts
| Price | $250,000 |
| Original price | $265,000 |
| Price cut | −$15,000 |
| Beds | 3 |
| Baths | 1 full |
| Square feet | 920 |
| Type | Single family residence |
| Subdivision | BRIGHTON COUNTRY CLUB ANNEX |
| County | Livingston |
| MLS # | 20261078348 |
| Listed | 2026-10-20 |
| Days on market | 14 |
| Year built | 1957 |
| Possession | At closing |
| Stories | 1 story |
| Heating | Forced air, Natural gas |
| Foundation | Crawl space |
| Garage spaces | 2.5 |
| Water / Sewer | City water / Septic |
| Parcel number | 1232103063 |
| Listing office | Remerica United Realty-Brighton |
Property taxes: the seller's bill vs. yours
| This seller today | You, the year after buying | |
|---|---|---|
| Taxable value | $68,982 | about $125,000 |
| Yearly property tax | $948 | about $2,482 |
Michigan caps a homeowner's taxable value until the home sells, then it resets. That's about $1,534 a year more than this seller pays. The assessor's state equalized value (SEV) is $109,600. Your taxable value resets to the SEV the year after you buy, and assessors usually raise it to about half the sale price. Estimate uses Brighton Township's 2025 homestead rate of 19.86 mills and assumes you claim the homestead exemption. See Brighton Township's full tax breakdown or run the uncapping calculator.
Location
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