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Due to inclement temperatures, the DLBA offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22. We will reopen on Thursday, January 23.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Built in 1940, this bungalow-style home has much to offer potential buyers. With over 700 square feet of living space, the home contains a variety of attractive qualities, such as:
Cove ceilings
Arched entryways
Wood floors
Spacious yard
Located within the Denby neighborhood, purchasers will enjoy a variety of nearby amenities, such as:
Retail and dining options on Whittier and Morang
Wayne Elementary
Denby High School
Winans Academy Performing Arts
Brookins Park and Skinner Playfield
Easy access to I-94 Expressway
Purchasers should plan on making a range of repairs to the property, and bidders are strongly encouraged to review the attached Pre-Sale Inspection Report for more detail. Please also note that at closing the purchaser will be responsible for paying all properly-assessed property taxes not otherwise exempt pursuant to the statutory authority of the Detroit Land Bank.
Finally, please note that any discounts on the purchase (i.e. the city employee discount); will be granted at the time of closing on the sale. The purchaser will be charged $1,000.00 upon winning the bid, regardless of any discounts.
Please note that the rehab cost will often cost more than the winning bid price. Failure to bring a property up to code within 6 months will result in forfeiture of property (9 months for historic properties). Auction dates are subject to change. Check the site regularly to be aware of any schedule changes.
Public Notice
PROPERTY OWNED BY THE DETROIT LAND BANK IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. ACCESS TO OR ENTRANCE UPON SUCH PROPERTY WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE DETROIT LAND BANK AUTHORITY CONSTITUTES TRESPASS, AND IS A VIOLATION OF MICHIGAN LAW. TRESPASSERS MAY BE SUBJECT TO CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES.
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