Address
255 E Ferry Street, Detroit, MI
Price
$ 499,000
Property Attributes
- ID#20261058358
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWAYNE
- CityDetroit
- AreaDet Livernois I756 Gd River
- NeighborhoodD M FERRYS SUB OF PARK LT 41PLATS
- Zip48202
- StyleHistoric
- Year Built1890
- Taxes$ 26818
- Price$ 499,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage3876
- Lot Size0.26 Acres
Data Source:
RealComp
Property Description
Nestled in Detroit’s prestigious Art Center Historic District, 255 E. Ferry Street offers an exceptional opportunity to restore a turn-of-the-century masterpiece boasting over 3,200 square feet of grand living space across three levels (6,072 total SF including the basement and loft). Situated on an unusually deep 0.26-acre lot featuring a private driveway, generous yard space, and carriage house potential, this historic gem comes with an invaluable head start: complete architectural, construction, and landscape plans that are already Historic District Commission (HDC) approved and ready for city permits. The expansive footprint features classic architectural proportions, an expanded layout, and a private exterior-entrance basement ideal for an income-producing unit or guest suite. Steps from the QLine, Detroit Institute of Arts, College for Creative Studies, and vibrant cultural landmarks, this rare property bypasses months of design and approval delays—allowing you to step right into construction and bring a piece of Detroit's rich history back to life. Architect plans for design and exterior landscaping can be supplied upon request with accepted offer. Property has no power- showings during daylight only. Disclosure for entry to. be signed before entry. Floorplans in downloadable docs
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Listed $499,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | PublicSewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | ForcedAir, NaturalGas |
| Possession | AtClose |
| Garage Spaces | 0.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck, Porch |
| Architectural Style | Historic |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Levels | Three |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| County | Wayne |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | D M FERRYS SUB OF PARK LT 41PLATS |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Total Rooms | 13 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | on North side of Ferry btwn John R and Brush Streets- driveway off Ferry |
| City | DetroitCity_Wayne |
| Disclosures | TaxesNotHomesteadExempt |
| Entry Location | GroundLevelwSteps |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Detroit |
| MLS Area | Area05043DetLivernoisI756GdRiver |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 26818.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Assessed Value | 309300 |
| Expected Active Date | 2026-07-30 |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| PostalCity | Detroit_Wayne |
| Legal Description | N FERRY 11 D M FERRYS L10 P4 PLATS, W C R 1/82 70 X 161.42 |
Interior Features
| Basement | Unfinished |
|---|---|
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3876.0 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Builder |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | SquareFeet |
| Total Baths | 5 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | NoGarage |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Foundation Details | Basement, BrickMortar |
| Spa | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 70X161.42 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.26 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | Paved |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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