409 S Chocolay AVE , Clawson, MI 48017
Est. $2,360/mo with current taxes · · See the breakdown
About this home
WELCOME HOME! LOCATION! Enjoy the BEST of Clawson in this charming, lovingly updated, move-in-ready three-bedroom, one-bath bungalow offering over 1,000 square feet of comfortable living space. Ideally located in a sidewalk-lined neighborhood served by highly regarded Clawson Public Schools, this inviting home is just a short stroll from downtown’s shops, restaurants, boutiques, live music, and entertainment. Nearby parks, major highways, and everyday amenities are also within easy reach, making this an exceptional location for both convenience and lifestyle. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features a refreshed bathroom, stainless steel appliances, a new garbage disposal, fresh paint, newer mechanicals, a newer driveway, welcoming porch, brick pavers, and new carpet and luxury vinyl flooring upstairs. The comfortable layout and stylish finishes create a warm, polished atmosphere that is truly move-in ready. Set on an extra-deep lot, the property offers a fully fenced backyard and an oversized two-plus-car garage, providing abundant space for parking, storage, hobbies, and outdoor enjoyment. The spacious deck is ideal for summer gatherings, al fresco dining, morning coffee, or relaxing at the end of the day. With its inviting character, extensive updates, generous outdoor space, and highly desirable walkable location, this delightful bungalow delivers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and classic Clawson charm.
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 48.62 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 | $280,000 |
| Beds | 3 |
| Baths | 1 full |
| Square feet | 1,074 |
| Type | Single family residence |
| Subdivision | KENWOOD GARDENS |
| County | Oakland |
| MLS # | 20261087027 |
| Listed | 2026-10-28 |
| Days on market | 5 |
| Year built | 1954 |
| Possession | At closing |
| Stories | 1.5 stories |
| Heating | Forced air, Natural gas |
| Foundation | Crawl space |
| Garage spaces | 2.0 |
| Water / Sewer | City water & sewer |
| Parcel number | 2504106010 |
| Listing office | Century 21 Professionals Clarkston |
Property taxes: the seller's bill vs. yours
| This seller today | You, the year after buying | |
|---|---|---|
| Taxable value | $108,470 | about $140,000 |
| Yearly property tax | $5,419 | about $6,806 |
Michigan caps a homeowner's taxable value until the home sells, then it resets. That's about $1,387 a year more than this seller pays. The assessor's state equalized value (SEV) is $118,220. 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 Clawson's 2025 homestead rate of 48.62 mills and assumes you claim the homestead exemption. See Clawson's full tax breakdown or run the uncapping calculator.
Location
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