Rare opportunity in highly sought-after Pleasant Ridge! Situated on a beautiful corner lot surrounded by mature trees and timeless architecture, this classic 4-bedroom, 1.1-bath home offers the charm, character, and location that make Pleasant Ridge one of Metro Detroit’s most desirable communities. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, a cozy wood burning fireplace, spacious living areas, and a versatile bonus third level that provides additional living space, home office potential, or a creative retreat. The partially finished basement offers even more flexibility for recreation, hobbies, or storage.
Step outside to enjoy the private, fenced backyard featuring mature landscaping, a patio, deck, and balcony overlooking the yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A detached two-car garage adds convenience and functionality.
While the home could benefit from some cosmetic updates, it has been priced accordingly and presents an outstanding opportunity to build equity while preserving its original character. The true value here is the location. Pleasant Ridge is known for its tree-lined streets, strong sense of community, neighborhood parks, community center, pool, tennis courts, and easy access to downtown Ferndale, Royal Oak, Woodward Avenue dining, shopping, entertainment, and major commuter routes. Whether you’re looking to restore a classic home or create your dream residence in one of Oakland County’s most beloved communities, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Step outside to enjoy the private, fenced backyard featuring mature landscaping, a patio, deck, and balcony overlooking the yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A detached two-car garage adds convenience and functionality.
While the home could benefit from some cosmetic updates, it has been priced accordingly and presents an outstanding opportunity to build equity while preserving its original character. The true value here is the location. Pleasant Ridge is known for its tree-lined streets, strong sense of community, neighborhood parks, community center, pool, tennis courts, and easy access to downtown Ferndale, Royal Oak, Woodward Avenue dining, shopping, entertainment, and major commuter routes. Whether you’re looking to restore a classic home or create your dream residence in one of Oakland County’s most beloved communities, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Property Details
Price:
$425,000
MLS #:
20261039375
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Subdivision:
HAMILTON-WOODS
Neighborhood:
area02256pleasantridge
Listed Date:
Jun 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,943
Year Built:
1929
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Schools
School District:
Ferndale
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1543
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, FreeStandingGasOven, FreeStandingRefrigerator, Microwave, Washer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
400
Cooling
Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
HighSpeedInternet, ProgrammableThermostat
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Levels
Three
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial, Tudor
Construction Materials
Brick, Cedar
Exterior Features
Balcony
Fencing
Fenced
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
CornerLot
Parking Features
TwoCarGarage, Detached, ElectricityinGarage, GarageDoorOpener, GarageFacesSide
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio
Roof
Asphalt
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Financial
Taxes
$5,036
Map
Community
- Address42 Wellesley Drive Pleasant Ridge MI
- SubdivisionHAMILTON-WOODS
- CityPleasant Ridge
- CountyOakland
- Zip Code48069
Subdivisions in Pleasant Ridge
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Pleasant Ridge as of Jun 05, 2026
7
Single Family Listed
41
Avg DOM
293
Avg $ / SqFt
$698,700
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the HAMILTON-WOODS subdivision, 42 Wellesley Drive Pleasant Ridge MI is a Single Family for sale in Pleasant Ridge, MI, 48069. It is listed for $425,000 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,943 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1929. The current price per square foot is $219. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Pleasant Ridge is $293. The average listing price for Single Family in Pleasant Ridge is $698,700. To schedule a showing of MLS#20261039375 at 42 Wellesley Drive in Pleasant Ridge, MI, contact your LoChirco Realty, LLC agent at 586-321-9997.
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