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Tara R Day Petitioner V City Of Detroit Respondent

Petitioner
Tara R Day
Respondent
City Of Detroit

Case overview

Docket number
26-002915-TT
Status
Default Petitioner
CaseType
SC Property
Division
Small Claims Division
County
Wayne
Judge
No judge assigned

Docket history

Line #SubjectFilerLine RefEnter Date/Post MarkFeeRelated Item
4Order Holding Party in DefaultNot recordedNot recorded10/14/2026Not recordedDownload
3Petition has been verifiedPET110/14/2026Not recordedDownload
Not recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedDownload
2Notice of Docket Number SCNot recordedNot recorded10/13/2026Not recordedDownload
1A petition was received.PETNot recorded07/30/2026$75.00Download
Not recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedDownload

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Tara R Day,

Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v

 

MTT Docket No. 26-002915

City of Detroit,

Respondent.

ORDER OF DEFAULT

The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that:

Petitioner filed the wrong petition for the issue being appealed and may owe a petition 

filing fee. See TTR 269 and 279. As such, the petition is not properly pending. 

Petitioner must complete and return the appropriate petition for the issue being 

appealed and pay any applicable filing fees within 14 days of the entry of this order. 

The petition shall note the docket number assigned by the Tribunal and if filed utilizing 

the Tribunal’s e-filing system, must be filed on the assigned docket number as an 

“amended petition.” Small Claims petition forms, information on filing fees, and a filing 

fee calculator can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Unfortunately, 

the payment may not be made via e-filing.

Therefore,

IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated 

above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.1 

Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a 

motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee).

By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm

1 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service 

postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible 

postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by 

commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial 

service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the 

submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. 

A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on 

that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. 

on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a 

holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal 

act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).

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MTT Docket No. 26-002915

Page 2 of 2

Entered: October 14, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Page 3

STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Tara R Day,

Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v

 

MTT Docket No. 26-002915

City of Detroit,

Respondent.

ORDER OF DEFAULT

The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that:

Petitioner filed the wrong petition for the issue being appealed and may owe a petition 

filing fee. See TTR 269 and 279. As such, the petition is not properly pending. 

Petitioner must complete and return the appropriate petition for the issue being 

appealed and pay any applicable filing fees within 14 days of the entry of this order. 

The petition shall note the docket number assigned by the Tribunal and if filed utilizing 

the Tribunal’s e-filing system, must be filed on the assigned docket number as an 

“amended petition.” Small Claims petition forms, information on filing fees, and a filing 

fee calculator can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Unfortunately, 

the payment may not be made via e-filing.

Therefore,

IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated 

above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.2 

Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a 

motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee).

By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm

2 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service 

postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible 

postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by 

commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial 

service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the 

submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. 

A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on 

that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. 

on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a 

holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal 

act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).

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MTT Docket No. 26-002915

Page 2 of 2

Entered: October 14, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their

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July 27, 2026

Dear Michigan Tax Tribunal:

For many years, my annual property tax obligation was

approximately $200 while the property qualified for the NEZ

benefit. Upon expiration of the NEZ, my annual tax liability

increased dramatically to approximately $4,000. While I

understand that the expiration of the exemption would result

in an increase, I am concerned about the magnitude of the

increase and would like to determine whether the current

assessment and resulting tax bill are accurate and whether

there are grounds for an appeal.

In February, I timely submitted an appeal to the appropriate

local authority, along with supporting documentation

challenging the assessment. Unfortunately, I did not receive a

response before the March Board of Review appeal deadline.

As a result, I was unable to pursue any additional

administrative remedies within the prescribed timeframe.

Because I made a good-faith effort to challenge the

assessment and was unable to obtain a timely response, I am

seeking guidance regarding any remedies that may still be

available.

For your review, I have attached a current market analysis for

the property, which I believe supports a lower assessed value

than the one assigned by the City Assessor. Please let me

know if you have an questions regarding the CMA or any of

the documentation I have included.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I appreciate your

assistance and look forward to your response.

Respectfully,

Tara Day

248-245-5262

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

1

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Map of Comparable Listings

STATUS:

S

= CLOSED

A

= ACTIVE

MLS #

STATUS

ADDRESS

BEDS

BATHS

SQFT

PRICE

1

Subject

2900 E Jefferson Ave

1

1.00

780

-

2

20240083875

S

2900 E JEFFERSON Avenue #A2

1

1.00

901

$90,000

3

20261024102

A

8900 E Jefferson Avenue 123

1

1.00

700

$47,500

4

20261041955

A

1300 E Lafayette 905

1

1.00

767

$89,000

5

20240016957

S

8900 E JEFFERSON Avenue 1431

1

1.00

650

$48,000

6

20251018612

S

6533 E Jefferson Avenue 323

1

1.00

1,000

$81,000

7

20251008449

S

2900 E Jefferson Avenue A1

1

1.00

818

$96,000

8

20251061954

S

250 E HARBORTOWN Drive 702

1

1.00

746

$92,000

Comparative Market Analysis

2900 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48207

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

2

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Summary of Comparable Properties

S

SOLD LISTINGS

ADDRESS

SOLD DATE

BEDS

BATHS

SQFT

SOLD PRICE

$/SQ.FT

2900 E JEFFERSON Avenue #A2

4/21/26

1

1.00

901

$90,000

$100

8900 E JEFFERSON Avenue 1431

12/2/25

1

1.00

650

$48,000

$74

6533 E Jefferson Avenue 323

4/17/26

1

1.00

1,000

$81,000

$81

2900 E Jefferson Avenue A1

8/1/25

1

1.00

818

$96,000

$117

250 E HARBORTOWN Drive 702

5/13/26

1

1.00

746

$92,000

$123

Averages

823

$81,400

$99

A

ACTIVE LISTINGS

ADDRESS

SOLD DATE

BEDS

BATHS

SQFT

PRICE

$/SQ.FT

8900 E Jefferson Avenue 123

-

1

1.00

700

$47,500

$68

1300 E Lafayette 905

-

1

1.00

767

$89,000

$116

Averages

733

$68,250

$92

Comparative Market Analysis

2900 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48207

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

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Comparable Home

MLS #20240083875

2900 E JEFFERSON

Avenue #A2

Detroit, MI 48207

$90,000

CLOSED

4/21/26

1 Bed

1.00 Baths

Days on market: 469

901 Sq. Ft. ($100 / sqft)

Year Built 1915

Features

Above Grade Finished Area:

901.0

Appliances: Dishwasher,

Free-Standing Gas Range,

Free-Standing Refrigerator

Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Association Fee Includes:

Maintenance Grounds,

Maintenance Structure,

Sewer, Trash, Water

Construction Materials:

Brick

Cooling: Central Air

Disclosures: Exclusion(s) Do

Not Exist, Taxes Not

Homestead Exempt

Entry Location: Ground Level

Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do

Not Exist

Foundation Details: Slab

Heating: Forced Air, Natural

Gas

Levels: One

Parking Features: Assigned

1 Space, No Garage

Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs

OK

Road Frontage Type: Paved

Rooms Total: 3

Sewer: Public Sewer

Water Source: Public

Architecture Level: One

Waterfront Yn: No

Garage Yn: No

Basement Yn: No

Mls: Realcomp II Ltd

Details

Prop Type: Condominium

County: Wayne

Area: 05053 - Det Woodward-

Mcclellan/So Mack

Style: Historic, High Rise

Full baths: 1.0

Lot Size (sqft):

List date: 11/12/24

Sold date: 4/21/26

Off-market date: 4/20/26

Updated: Apr 23, 2026 12:49

PM

List Price: $99,000

Orig list price: $119,900

Assoc Fee: $439

Taxes: $438

School District: Detroit

Remarks

Affordable one-bedroom/one-bathroom garden-level condo in the historic Albert Kahn-designed Garden Court building.

The quiet oasis boasts an open floor plan, ample storage, fresh paint and in-unit laundry. Located in the East Riverfront

District of Downtown Detroit close to the Detroit RiverWalk, Dennis Archer Greenway and great bars and restaurants,

including Bucharest Grill, Atwater Brewery and Andrews Pub. Its just a short bike ride to Valade Park, the Aretha Franklin

Comparative Market Analysis

2900 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48207

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

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Amphitheater and Belle Isle. The building features a lovely foyer with ornate wet plaster ceilings, original marble floors and

a grand fireplace. Theres a fitness center (right down the hall from the unit) and a community rooftop terrace. NEZ taxes

and one exterior parking space are included with the sale. Please note there is a $1027 HOA quarterly assessment for

building improvements.

Courtesy of O'Connor Realty Detroit, LLC

Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Comparative Market Analysis

2900 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48207

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

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Comparable Home

MLS #20261024102

8900 E Jefferson

Avenue 123

Detroit, MI 48214

$47,500

ACTIVE

4/15/26

1 Bed

1.00 Baths

Days on market: 82

700 Sq. Ft. ($68 / sqft)

Year Built 1950

Features

Above Grade Finished Area:

700.0

Appliances: Dishwasher,

Disposal, Electric Cooktop,

Free-Standing Refrigerator,

Microwave

Accessibility Features:

Accessible Bedroom,

Accessible Central Living

Area, Accessible Common

Area, Other

Accessibility Features

Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Association Fee Includes:

Electricity, Gas, Maintenance

Grounds, Maintenance

Structure, Pest

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Remarks

No

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Compara

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

1 of 3

PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM

CLASSIFICATION APPEAL

MTT DOCKET NO. 

Petitioner’s Contact Information:

Filer Type:

Individual

Local Unit of Government:

First Name

Tara

M.I.

R

Last Name

Day

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

5850 Hartwick Dr.

City or Town

West Bloomfield

State

 Michigan

ZIP Code

48324

Telephone Number

2482455262

E-mail Address

tara.day@comcast.net

Subject Property Information:

How many parcels are you appealing?

1

If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If 

no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel

N/A 

Property Address (No., Street, City, St, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address]

2900 E Jefferson Ave. 55-D701

Detroit Michigan 48207

Taxing Authority (City or Township)

Wayne County (WAYNE)

County

Wayne

Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal:

In February, I timely submitted an appeal to the appropriate

local authority, along with supporting documentation

challenging the assessment. Unfortunately, I did not receive a

response before the March Board of Review appeal deadline.

As a result, I was unable to pursue any additional

administrative remedies within the prescribed timeframe.

Because I made a good-faith effort to challenge the

assessment and was unable to obtain a timely response, I am

seeking guidance regarding any remedies that may still be

available.

Page 2

STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

2 of 3

Jurisdictional Issues:

Did you protest the classification at the March Board of Review? No

If No, please check the applicable reason(s):

Other, please explain

Explanation: Unfortunately, I did not receive a

response before the March Board of Review appeal deadline.

Year(s) Under Appeal:

2026

Classification Information:

Parcel Identification Number:

11000088.55

Current Classification of Property as established by Board of Review: Real (check one)

 Residential (check one)

What do you believe is the property’s classification? Real (check one)

 Residential (check one)

If improved property, how is the property currently being used?

 

If improved property, for what use was the property designed?

 

Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature

Petitioner’s Signature: 

/s/ Tara Day

Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature:

/s/ 

Fee Information:

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

3 of 3

If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for 

the filing of this appeal.

A fee of $75.00 is required for the filing of a classification appeal.

Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition?

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Tara R Day,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002915

City of Detroit,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket 

number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does 

not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies 

with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents 

submitted in this case.

Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a 

copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our 

website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer 

form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the 

placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic 

copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the 

Tribunal’s website.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: October 13, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Page 2

STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Tara R Day,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002915

City of Detroit,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket 

number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does 

not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies 

with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents 

submitted in this case.

Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a 

copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our 

website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer 

form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the 

placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic 

copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the 

Tribunal’s website.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: October 13, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

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July 27, 2026

Dear Michigan Tax Tribunal:

For many years, my annual property tax obligation was

approximately $200 while the property qualified for the NEZ

benefit. Upon expiration of the NEZ, my annual tax liability

increased dramatically to approximately $4,000. While I

understand that the expiration of the exemption would result

in an increase, I am concerned about the magnitude of the

increase and would like to determine whether the current

assessment and resulting tax bill are accurate and whether

there are grounds for an appeal.

In February, I timely submitted an appeal to the appropriate

local authority, along with supporting documentation

challenging the assessment. Unfortunately, I did not receive a

response before the March Board of Review appeal deadline.

As a result, I was unable to pursue any additional

administrative remedies within the prescribed timeframe.

Because I made a good-faith effort to challenge the

assessment and was unable to obtain a timely response, I am

seeking guidance regarding any remedies that may still be

available.

For your review, I have attached a current market analysis for

the property, which I believe supports a lower assessed value

than the one assigned by the City Assessor. Please let me

know if you have an questions regarding the CMA or any of

the documentation I have included.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I appreciate your

assistance and look forward to your response.

Respectfully,

Tara Day

248-245-5262

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

1

Page 2

Map of Comparable Listings

STATUS:

S

= CLOSED

A

= ACTIVE

MLS #

STATUS

ADDRESS

BEDS

BATHS

SQFT

PRICE

1

Subject

2900 E Jefferson Ave

1

1.00

780

-

2

20240083875

S

2900 E JEFFERSON Avenue #A2

1

1.00

901

$90,000

3

20261024102

A

8900 E Jefferson Avenue 123

1

1.00

700

$47,500

4

20261041955

A

1300 E Lafayette 905

1

1.00

767

$89,000

5

20240016957

S

8900 E JEFFERSON Avenue 1431

1

1.00

650

$48,000

6

20251018612

S

6533 E Jefferson Avenue 323

1

1.00

1,000

$81,000

7

20251008449

S

2900 E Jefferson Avenue A1

1

1.00

818

$96,000

8

20251061954

S

250 E HARBORTOWN Drive 702

1

1.00

746

$92,000

Comparative Market Analysis

2900 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48207

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

2

Page 3

Summary of Comparable Properties

S

SOLD LISTINGS

ADDRESS

SOLD DATE

BEDS

BATHS

SQFT

SOLD PRICE

$/SQ.FT

2900 E JEFFERSON Avenue #A2

4/21/26

1

1.00

901

$90,000

$100

8900 E JEFFERSON Avenue 1431

12/2/25

1

1.00

650

$48,000

$74

6533 E Jefferson Avenue 323

4/17/26

1

1.00

1,000

$81,000

$81

2900 E Jefferson Avenue A1

8/1/25

1

1.00

818

$96,000

$117

250 E HARBORTOWN Drive 702

5/13/26

1

1.00

746

$92,000

$123

Averages

823

$81,400

$99

A

ACTIVE LISTINGS

ADDRESS

SOLD DATE

BEDS

BATHS

SQFT

PRICE

$/SQ.FT

8900 E Jefferson Avenue 123

-

1

1.00

700

$47,500

$68

1300 E Lafayette 905

-

1

1.00

767

$89,000

$116

Averages

733

$68,250

$92

Comparative Market Analysis

2900 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48207

Tara Day

Brighter Day Real Estate

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Comparable Home

MLS #20240083875

2900 E JEFFERSON

Avenue #A2

Detroit, MI 48207

$90,000

CLOSED

4/21/26

1 Bed

1.00 Baths

Days on market: 469

901 Sq. Ft. ($100 / sqft)

Year Built 1915

Features

Above Grade Finished Area:

901.0

Appliances: Dishwasher,

Free-Standing Gas Range,

Free-Standing Refrigerator

Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Association Fee Includes:

Maintenance Grounds,

Maintenance Structure,

Sewer, Trash, Water

Construction Materials:

Brick

Cooling: Central Air

Disclosures: Exclusion(s) Do

Not Exist, Taxes Not

Homestead Exempt

Entry Location: Ground Level

Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do

Not Exist

Foundation Details: Slab

Heating: Forced Air, Natural

Gas

Levels: One

Parking Features: Assigned

1 Space, No Garage

Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs

OK

Road Frontage Type: Paved

Rooms Total: 3

Sewer: Public Sewer

Water Source: Public

Architecture Level: One

Waterfront Yn: No

Garage Yn: No

Basement Yn: No

Mls: Realcomp II Ltd

Details

Prop Type: Condominium

County: Wayne

Area: 05053 - Det Woodward-

Mcclellan/So Mack

Style: Historic, High Rise

Full baths: 1.0

Lot Size (sqft):

List date: 11/12/24

Sold date: 4/21/26

Off-market date: 4/20/26

Updated: Apr 23, 2026 12:49

PM

List Price: $99,000

Orig list price: $119,900

Assoc Fee: $439

Taxes: $438

School District: Detroit

Remarks

Affordable one-bedroom/one-bathroom garden-level condo in the historic Albert Kahn-designed Garden Court building.

The quiet oasis boasts an open floor plan, ample storage, fresh paint and in-unit laundry. Located in the East Riverfront

District of Downtown Detroit close to the Detroit RiverWalk, Dennis Archer Greenway and great bars and restaurants,

including Bucharest Grill, Atwater Brewery and Andrews Pub. Its just a short bike ride to Valade Park, the Aretha Franklin

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Amphitheater and Belle Isle. The building features a lovely foyer with ornate wet plaster ceilings, original marble floors and

a grand fireplace. Theres a fitness center (right down the hall from the unit) and a community rooftop terrace. NEZ taxes

and one exterior parking space are included with the sale. Please note there is a $1027 HOA quarterly assessment for

building improvements.

Courtesy of O'Connor Realty Detroit, LLC

Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Comparable Home

MLS #20261024102

8900 E Jefferson

Avenue 123

Detroit, MI 48214

$47,500

ACTIVE

4/15/26

1 Bed

1.00 Baths

Days on market: 82

700 Sq. Ft. ($68 / sqft)

Year Built 1950

Features

Above Grade Finished Area:

700.0

Appliances: Dishwasher,

Disposal, Electric Cooktop,

Free-Standing Refrigerator,

Microwave

Accessibility Features:

Accessible Bedroom,

Accessible Central Living

Area, Accessible Common

Area, Other

Accessibility Features

Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Association Fee Includes:

Electricity, Gas, Maintenance

Grounds, Maintenance

Structure, Pest

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Remarks

No

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Compara

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

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PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM

CLASSIFICATION APPEAL

MTT DOCKET NO. 

Petitioner’s Contact Information:

Filer Type:

Individual

Local Unit of Government:

First Name

Tara

M.I.

R

Last Name

Day

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

5850 Hartwick Dr.

City or Town

West Bloomfield

State

 Michigan

ZIP Code

48324

Telephone Number

2482455262

E-mail Address

tara.day@comcast.net

Subject Property Information:

How many parcels are you appealing?

1

If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If 

no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel

N/A 

Property Address (No., Street, City, St, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address]

2900 E Jefferson Ave. 55-D701

Detroit Michigan 48207

Taxing Authority (City or Township)

Wayne County (WAYNE)

County

Wayne

Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal:

In February, I timely submitted an appeal to the appropriate

local authority, along with supporting documentation

challenging the assessment. Unfortunately, I did not receive a

response before the March Board of Review appeal deadline.

As a result, I was unable to pursue any additional

administrative remedies within the prescribed timeframe.

Because I made a good-faith effort to challenge the

assessment and was unable to obtain a timely response, I am

seeking guidance regarding any remedies that may still be

available.

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

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Jurisdictional Issues:

Did you protest the classification at the March Board of Review? No

If No, please check the applicable reason(s):

Other, please explain

Explanation: Unfortunately, I did not receive a

response before the March Board of Review appeal deadline.

Year(s) Under Appeal:

2026

Classification Information:

Parcel Identification Number:

11000088.55

Current Classification of Property as established by Board of Review: Real (check one)

 Residential (check one)

What do you believe is the property’s classification? Real (check one)

 Residential (check one)

If improved property, how is the property currently being used?

 

If improved property, for what use was the property designed?

 

Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature

Petitioner’s Signature: 

/s/ Tara Day

Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature:

/s/ 

Fee Information:

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

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If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for 

the filing of this appeal.

A fee of $75.00 is required for the filing of a classification appeal.

Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition?

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