312 McKinley Avenue

Called a “House of Grandeur” in the Detroit Free Press on June 13, 1941, 312 McKinley blends Tudor Revival character with modern updates in Grosse Pointe Farms. This brick M-Street home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, 2,038 sq ft above grade and a 1,019 sq ft basement. Put down roots on a desirable block about 0.5 mile from Richard Elementary and Brownell Middle School, under 0.75 mile from GP South’s campus, the public library, and shops and restaurants on The Hill and Fisher Rd, and 1 mile from The Village of Grosse Pointe. Steep gables and a bay window add curb appeal. Southwest exposure brings abundant natural light. Coved plaster ceilings throughout complement preserved stained woodwork, including picture rails, chair rails, baseboards and door casings. Details include pristine wood doors, leaded glass, hardware, a brass handrail and wrought iron banister. The living room features a fireplace with built-in bookcases. Engineered hardwood continues into the dining room, while the window-lined room behind it suits an office or family room. The renovated kitchen pairs white cabinetry and crown molding with granite counters, a herringbone backsplash, porcelain tile flooring and stainless steel appliances. A half bath completes the main floor. The primary bedroom offers hardwood floors, an ensuite bath and Pella windows with integrated blinds. All 3 bedrooms and the upstairs hall have oversized walk-in closets with overhead lighting. A second full bath and balcony complete the upstairs. Updated baths feature marble-top vanities and tile finishes. Finished basement recreation space, a half bath and separate laundry add flexibility. Features include double-pane windows, heavy-duty storm doors with retractable screens, central air and oversized gutters. Enjoy a privacy-fenced backyard and a 14-by-20-ft, 1.5-car garage with electricity, built in 2012. Renovations completed with required city permits. Current taxes reflect non-homestead status.