Designed by legendary architect Albert Kahn and situated on a rare, private acre in the heart of Grosse Pointe Farms, 257 Ridge Road is an architectural treasure-steeped in history and refined in craftsmanship. This stately Tudor masterpiece is a study in elegance, from its grand marble-floored foyer-worthy of a cinematic… Read More entrance-to its 10-foot sculpted plaster ceilings, exquisite oak paneling with linen-fold carvings, and handcrafted leaded-glass windows, including custom cherub stained glass. Every inch reflects timeless quality, with herringbone-patterned hardwood floors, Juliet balconies, and Pewabic-tiled baths paying homage to Detroit's artistic legacy. The main level offers sun-drenched formal rooms, each rich in scale and historic detail. The paneled library features a bar, built-ins, and fireplace, while the grand living room impresses with carved oak paneling, an ornate fireplace surround, and leaded French doors opening to a covered terrace overlooking manicured gardens and a heated in-ground pool. The formal dining room glows beneath a Waterford chandelier, while the refreshed kitchen offers newer appliances, granite counters, a casual dining area, and an adjoining den/family room for today's relaxed living. Upstairs, seven bedrooms provide comfort and character-including an expansive primary suite designed as a true retreat, complete with dual bedrooms for ultimate privacy and versatility. Modern updates include a generator and central air for year-round comfort. A private gym adds further convenience. Above the attached three-car garage, a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath coach house with full kitchen and laundry offers ideal space for guests, multigenerational living, au pair suite, or an executive rental. Outside, the estate lives like a private resort, with lush gardens, brick pathways, and a beautifully restored pool house completing the setting. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this is a once-in-a-generation offering-an iconic home in one of the most sought-after settings in t Read Less
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Listing Snapshot
Days Online
100
Last Updated
Property Type
Residential
Beds
7
Full Baths
5
Partial Baths
2
Square Ft.
9,346
Lot Size
1.05 Acres
Year Built
1929
MLS Number
58050194694
30 Days Snapshot Of 48236
$430k
-5%
(avg) sold price
28
+27%
homes sold
62
-12%
(avg) days on market
Snapshot
Area Map
Additional Details
Property Access
Paved
Basement
Finished, Basement?: 1
Building
9,346 total square feet, 10,346 combined square feet, 1,000 lower floor square feet, 2,375 total basement square feet, Built in 1929, Architectural style: Colonial, Tudor, 2 Story, Brick, Wood
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Pool - Inground
Fireplaces
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Fireplace?: 1
Foundation
Basement
Garage
2+ Assigned Spaces, Attached, 3 Car, Garage?: 1
Water Features
Natural Gas, Public (Municipal)
Heating
Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Other
Lot
Lot size area: 1.05, Lot size dimensions: 245 X 186
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