Building Blocks

As our City looks to restore balance, the Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) continues its effort in eliminating blight. The DLBA hosts Virtual Building Blocks events as part of a continued, neighborhood-focused approach promoting Auction and Own it Now sales, as well as valuable resources for prospective home buyers. Join the DLBA for presentations and virtual tours of select properties. Check out the neighborhood amenities map below which highlights nearby businesses, schools, libraries, and more. Click on the resource section for information from DLBA departments and external partners designed to help buyers succeed.

Bringing home ownership resources to you, providing an opportunity to be part of Detroit’s revitalization.

Midwest Neighborhood
Virtual Building Blocks Event,
Saturday, September 19, 2020

Join us at 10:30am EST for a Virtual Experience via Zoom webinar.

To participate online, register using the link: https://zoom.us/j/99513613002
Dial in options are also available. Call (669)-900-9128 and use Webinar ID 995 1361 3002

Tour DLBA Featured Auction Homes

Auction homes are eligible for discounts

Complete a virtual tour by clicking “watch video” below property photos. After watching, click here for a coupon good for 1 free, in-person property viewing (normally $35). You must create an account on buildingdetroit.org before making a bid or offer on a property. Create an account here.

5068 S MartindaleWatch Video

5057 S ClarendonWatch Video

5604 S MartindaleWatch Video

Additional Neighborhood Information

*Houses will need to be renovated and occupied after purchase*

Property bidding starts at $1000.

"Own It Now homes eligible for Homebuyer Counseling Discount only"

5036 Hillsboro

5054 Hillsboro

5060 Hillsboro

5068 Whitfield

5082 S Martindale

5093 Hillsboro

5119 Underwood

5153 S Clarendon

5165 Hillsboro

5218 S Clarendon

5224 S Clarendon

5230 S Clarendon

5376 Linsdale

5512 Greenway

5570 Linsdale

5571 S Clarendon

5576 S Martindale

5605 S Martindale

5676 Underwood

8601 Colfax

5068 S Martindale

5057 S Clarendon

5604 S Martindale

5018 S Martindale

5074 S Clarendon

We have sold 127 Side Lots in the Midwest Neighborhood , there are more than 280 remaining for sale, please visit our Side Lot page

DLBA Disclaimer of Endorsement

Any reference obtained from this packet to a specific product, process or service does not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Detroit Land Bank Authority or the City of Detroit of the product, process or service, or its producer or provider.