Auction Property Details
- 5650 Amherst, Detroit, MI 48209
- District: 6
- Area: 1832Sq. Ft
- Year Built:
- Water Line Cut: No
- Water Line Cut: No
- 0 Beds
- 0 Baths
Neighborhood: Central Southwest
With over 1,800 square feet of living space, this home is sure to appeal to many buyers. Built in 1905, the Victorian-style home has much to offer, including:
- Front porch
- Bay windows
- Original wood trim throughout
- Farm-style sink
- Intact bathroom
Located on a solid block in the walkable neighborhood of Southwest Detroit, this property is well-situated near many area amenities such as:
- Clark Park, a premier park containing baseball fields, an outdoor amphitheater, ice hockey rink, and playgrounds
- Earhart Elementary & Middle School
- Western International High School
- Retail & dining options along W. Vernor such as Cafe con Leche, Taqueria El Rey, and Mexicantown Bakery
- Easy access to I-75 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.
Properties purchased between November 1st, 2015 and March 1st, 2016 will receive an automatic 90-day extension. In other words, purchasers will have 9 months to rehabilitate the property, or 12 months for properties located within an historic district.
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.