This is a tri-level brick home in historic Boston-Edison District. It has a large kitchen, formal dining room, fireplace, hardwood floors. There is over 2,200 sq. ft. of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The exterior brick, the kitchen and electrical system is in fair shape. Plan on replacing the HVAC, plumbing, extensive drywall, doors and windows as well as the upper bathrooms and the cement slab in the rear of the house. Floors need refinishing and walls need fresh paint. The Detroit Land Bank recently replaced the roof, gutters, and downspouts.
This property is in the local Boston-Edison Historic District. Purchasers will need to obtain Detroit Historic District Commission approval for all major exterior improvements. Please also note that the purchaser will be responsible for the current year (2014); taxes on the property at the time of closing.
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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.
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