$1,200 / Month
4972 Lafontaine St
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
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586-202-3773
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
960 sq ft
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Available
Available Aug 16
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- Basement
4972 Lafontaine St
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$1,800 deposit,
Available Aug 16
Inviting Single-Family Home for Lease – Walk to Balduck Park, Dining & More! Available for showings AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 — PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB TENANT Rent: $1,200/month Security Deposit: $1,800 (1.5x rent) First month’s rent + security deposit due at signing Discover charm, space, and convenience in this beautifully maintained single-family home, ideally located in one of the east side’s most vibrant, walkable neighborhoods. Just steps from the newly renovated Balduck Park—featuring modern playgrounds, ballfields, and year-round events—this home offers the perfect balance of city living and outdoor serenity. Inside, A light-filled, open layout that feels both cozy and spacious. Kitchen provides ample storage and workspace, ideal for both casual meals and entertaining. The extra-large bedroom is perfect for a reading nook, vanity area, or home office setup. Key Features: Full private basement with in-unit washer & dryer Expansive, secluded yard—great for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining Large shed—ideal for storage, creative work, or a workshop Convenient access to I-94, Mack Plaza, St. John Hospital, and top east side dining spots Application fee paid directly to RentSpree for background and application documents Apply online via RentSpree Not accepting Section 8 With unbeatable proximity to nature, local hotspots, and daily essentials, this home offers a lifestyle upgrade at every turn. – **BATVAI**
4972 Lafontaine St is a house located in Wayne County and the 48236 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community District attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
House Features
- Basement
- Porch
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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12 Months
Contact
- Listed by Nicholas Lalios | EXP Realty Main
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- Contact
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Source
Realcomp II Ltd.
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Location
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Amenities
- Basement
- Porch
Situated near the Detroit River, the Finney neighborhood gives locals great views of the river and the skyline of Ontario, Canada. Commuters enjoy the neighborhood's easy 10-mile commute to downtown, and families appreciate the neighborhood's great schools, including the East English Village Preparatory Academy, the JE Clark Preparatory Academy, and the Ronald Brown Academy.
Mature trees bring a feeling of nature to the area, while East Warren Street gives residents access to shops, diners, and other urban amenities. If you want to be in walking distance to restaurants, look for apartments for rent near Warren or Mack Avenues. Look in the northeast part of Finney, closer to the Country Club of Detroit, to be near this private club that offers swimming, golfing, and day camps. The Country Club of Detroit has been serving the area for over 100 years.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.3 mi |
4972 Lafontaine St is within 10 minutes or 5.0 miles from Wayne County C.C., Eastern. It is also near College of Creative Studies and Wayne State University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
514 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
202 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
697 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
661 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Grosse Pointe include Ferry St - Southbound, located 9.6 miles from 4972 Lafontaine St. 4972 Lafontaine St is near Detroit Metro Wayne County, located 30.7 miles or 46 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 9.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 9.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 19 min | 11.5 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 11.8 mi |
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Drive: | 21 min | 12.2 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 17 min | 9.7 mi |
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Drive: | 32 min | 19.1 mi |
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Drive: | 27 min | 19.6 mi |
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Drive: | 36 min | 24.5 mi |
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Detroit Metro Wayne County
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Drive: | 46 min | 30.7 mi |
Time and distance from 4972 Lafontaine St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
4972 Lafontaine St has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory
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Drive: | 23 min | 8.9 mi |
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Dossin Great Lakes Museum
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Drive: | 24 min | 9.0 mi |
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Belle Isle Park
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Drive: | 25 min | 9.6 mi |
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William G. Milliken State Park & Harbor
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Drive: | 21 min | 12.3 mi |
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Chene Park
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Drive: | 22 min | 12.6 mi |
4972 Lafontaine St has 5 parks within 12.6 miles, including Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, Dossin Great Lakes Museum, and Chene Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi |
4972 Lafontaine St has 3 hospitals within 5.0 miles, the nearest is Ascension St. John Hospital which is 0.6 mile away and a 11 minute walk.
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4972 Lafontaine St
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236