An unusually lavish example of Four Square-style architecture, this handsome red brick two-family home holds immense curb appeal potential. This home boasts the carved-stone-topped windows, traditional center gabled dormer, hand-plastered arches, brick fireplaces and extensive wood flooring. The features six bedrooms and two full bathrooms across its two floors, with one three bedrooms unit on each floor. This home is located on a beautiful block of the historic Russell Woods community, near M-10 and I-96, the University of Detroit Mercy, Zussman Playground, and the resurgent Avenue of Fashion commercial district. The purchaser should expect to complete many repairs, including extensive landscaping, window and door replacement, bathroom and kitchen overhauls, and plaster repair.
This listing is for both units of this duplex.
This property is in the local Russell Woods-Sullivan Historic District. Purchasers will need to obtain Detroit Historic District Commission approval for all major exterior improvements.
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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