A truly rare opportunity to own one of Birmingham’s most treasured historic homes, the iconic Watkins Pony Farm, where the charm of 1860 architecture meets the luxury of a meticulous modern-day renovation. An inviting foyer welcomes you into a stylish large living room with fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the enchanting three season porch overlooking a LARGE private, arborvitae lined yard filled with lush gardens and mature landscaping. The home offers an elegant dining room perfect for entertaining, along with a cozy family room featuring an additional fireplace and a sunlit mudroom and laundry area just off the kitchen.
A stunning floating curved staircase leads to a spacious second level with four bedrooms and three beautifully appointed baths, preserving vintage character while offering today’s comfort. What makes this home truly exceptional is the current owner’s comprehensive, design-forward renovation, executed with extraordinary care and attention to detail. Additional highlights include a rare 3+ car garage, a garden shed, a short walk to downtown Birmingham, and an unbeatable location.
A stunning floating curved staircase leads to a spacious second level with four bedrooms and three beautifully appointed baths, preserving vintage character while offering today’s comfort. What makes this home truly exceptional is the current owner’s comprehensive, design-forward renovation, executed with extraordinary care and attention to detail. Additional highlights include a rare 3+ car garage, a garden shed, a short walk to downtown Birmingham, and an unbeatable location.
Property Details
Price:
$1,750,000
MLS #:
20261007464
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
4
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Subdivision:
QUARTON LAKE ESTATES
Neighborhood:
area02192birmingham
Listed Date:
Apr 21, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,400
Year Built:
1860
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Schools
School District:
Birmingham
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3000
Appliances
BuiltInGasRange, Dishwasher, Dryer, ExhaustFan, Microwave, RangeHood, StainlessSteelAppliances, Washer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
400
Cooling
Wall Units
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Radiant
Interior Features
ProgrammableThermostat, SoundSystem
Laundry Features
Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Levels
Two
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial, Farmhouse, Historic
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Awnings, Chimney Caps, Lighting
Garage Spaces
2
Green Energy Efficient
Appliances, Roof, Windows
Lot Features
CornerLot, Level, Sprinklers
Other Structures
Sheds
Parking Features
TwoCarGarage, Detached, Driveway, GarageFacesFront
Patio And Porch Features
Covered, Patio, Porch
Roof
Asphalt
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detectors
Financial
Taxes
$23,583
Map
Community
- Address146 Puritan Avenue Birmingham MI
- SubdivisionQUARTON LAKE ESTATES
- CityBirmingham
- CountyOakland
- Zip Code48009
Subdivisions in Birmingham
- 750 FOREST OCCPN 2183
- ADAMS VILLAGE
- ADAMS VILLAGE SUB
- ANDREW ARMS OCCPN 244
- ASSR’S PLAT NO 1 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSR’S PLAT NO 12 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSR’S PLAT NO 23 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSR’S PLAT NO 23-BIRMINGHAM
- ASSR’S REPLAT OF CORYELL PARK
- ASSR’S REPLAT OF PLAT TORREY’S ADD
- ASSRS 29 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSRS 30 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSRS 6 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSRS 8 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSRS 9 – BIRMINGHAM
- ASSRS REP OF TORREYS ADD
- BALDWIN & SHATTUCK ADD
- BALDWIN COURT- BIRMINGHAM
- BIRMINGHAM CRESTVIEW
- BIRMINGHAM CRESTVIEW SUB
- BIRMINGHAM ESTATES – BIRMINGHAM
- BIRMINGHAM ESTATES 1 – BIRMINGHAM
- BIRMINGHAM FOREST HILLS
- BIRMINGHAM GARDENS
- BIRMINGHAM HEIGHTS
- BIRMINGHAM NORTH CONDO
- BIRMINGHAM PLACE OCCPN 1605
- BIRMINGHAM VILLAGE CONDO OCCPN 1771
- BIRMINGHAM WOODS CONDO
- BIRMINGHAM-LINCOLN LTS
- BLAKESLEE ADD
- BLOOMFIELD WOODS
- BUCKINGHAM VLG OF BIRMINGHAM CONDO OCCPN 1150
- BUELL’S ADD
- BUELLS ADD
- BUTLER HEIGHTS TWNHMS OCCPN 1996
- CASPAR J LINGEMANS QUARTON ROAD UNIT
- CLARK & COBB SUB
- CONCORD SQUARE OCCPN 275
- DISTRICT LOFTS CONDO OCCPN 1884
- EAST MAPLE GARDENS
- EDGAR C POPPLETON’S SUB
- EDWARD ROSE
- EDWARD ROSE SUB
- ELM CREST- BIRMINGHAM
- ETON STREET STATION I CONDO
- ETON STREET STATION II CONDO
- EXCEPT/NORTHEASTERLY 3 FEET
- GLENN WOOD TERRACE CONDO OCCPN 877
- GOLF VIEW HEIGHTS
- GRAEFIELD VILLAGE CONDO
- GREENWOOD
- HICKORY HILL CONDO
- HIGHLAND VIEW ADD
- HIGHLAND VIEW ADD NO 4
- HUNTERS EASTERN ADD
- J LEE BAKER CO’S BIRMINGHAM HILLS
- J LEE BAKER CO’S BIRMINGHAM HILLS SUB
- J LEE BAKER COS BIRMINGHAM HILLS
- LEINBACH-HUMPHREY’S WOODWARD AVE SUB
- LEINBACH-HUMPHREYS IND VILLAGE
- LEINBACH-HUMPHREYS WOODWARD AVE
- LINCOLN PIERCE
- MERRILLS
- NORTHLAWN HEIGHTS
- OAKLAND COUNTY CONDO SUB PLAN
- OAKWOOD MANOR OCCPN 1109
- PAMELA PLACE CONDO
- PARKVIEW TWNHMS OF BIRM CONDO
- PEMBROOK MANOR SUB – BIRMINGHAM
- PEMBROOK MANOR- BIRMINGHAM
- PHILP QUARTON ROAD ESTATES
- PIETY HILL CONDO
- PLEASANT MEADOW
- PLEASANT VIEW SUB -BLOOMFIELD TWP
- POPPLETON PLACE CONDO
- QUARTON LAKE ESTATES
- QUARTON LAKE ESTATES-REPLAT
- QUARTON LAKESIDE
- RANDALL ADD
- RESUB OF BIRMINGHAM-LINCOLN
- RESUB OF BRIGHT LAWN
- ROSEMOUNT
- SCHLAACK BROS ADD
- SHEFFIELD ESTATES
- SMITH ADD – BIRMINGHAM
- SNOWNO 1
- TALIAFERRO ESTATES
- THE FOREFRONT OCCPN 2099
- THE HEIGHTS
- THE MANORS OF BIRMINGHAM OCCPN 381
- THE MEYERING LAND COMPANY’S BIRMINGHAM HIGHLANDS SUB
- THE WILLITS OCCPN 1292
- TOWNSEND PLACE PROPERTIES OCCPN 989
- TROYTON MANOR SUB – BIRMINGHAM
- VALENTINE ADD
- VICTORIA PLACE OCCPN 816
- VILLA AT THE DISTRICT LOFTS
- WESTBROWN CONDO OCCPN 2257
- WESTBROWN CONDOS
- WILLIAMSBURG OF BIRMINGHAM OCCPN 307
- WIMBLETON TERRACE OCCPN 336
- WOODWARD PLACE CONDO
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Birmingham as of Apr 21, 2026
104
Single Family Listed
89
Avg DOM
443
Avg $ / SqFt
$2,083,660
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the QUARTON LAKE ESTATES subdivision, 146 Puritan Avenue Birmingham MI is a Single Family for sale in Birmingham, MI, 48009. It is listed for $1,750,000 and features 4 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 3,400 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1860. The current price per square foot is $515. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Birmingham is $443. The average listing price for Single Family in Birmingham is $2,083,660. To schedule a showing of MLS#20261007464 at 146 Puritan Avenue in Birmingham, MI, contact your LoChirco Realty, LLC agent at 586-321-9997.
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