736 Chicago Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202

$625,000 Asking Price

6 beds
5 baths
6,060  sqft
Built in 1920

Step into Timeless Elegance in the Heart of Boston-Edison Discover this stately Georgian Revival home, once owned by Otto Kern of Detroit’s legendary Kern Department Store. Located in the prestigious Boston-Edison Historic District, this residence effortlessly combines historic charm with modern comfort. The home’s exterior boasts a classic clay tile roof, lush landscaping, and a tranquil backyard retreat with a deck and patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings. Inside, you'll find generously sized living spaces, including a formal dining room, an inviting living room with a marble fireplace, and a large music room — once home to Dr. Nellie Ebersole, music teacher and owner of Art Center Music School. The music room, which could serve as a family room, opens to a secluded screened porch, ideal for peaceful relaxation. Exquisite details like hardwood floors throughout, intricate crown moldings, and a spacious butler’s pantry showcase the home’s craftsmanship. Downstairs, a charming billiard room with exposed brick and hardwood floors adds character and a perfect space for entertaining. Boston-Edison offers an ideal location, with over 900 historic homes dating from 1905 to 1925. Eligible for the NEZ-homestead 15-year property tax abatement, this iconic home is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Detroit’s architectural heritage


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Entrance foyer
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Dryer, Free standing gas range, Free standing refrigerator, Washer
Laundry:
Gas dryer hookup, Washer hookup
Basement:
Full, Partially finished
A/C:
Ceiling fans
Heating:
Hot water, Natural gas
Fireplace:
Living room, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Balcony
Style:
Colonial, Historic
Other Structures:
Deck, Patio
Pool:
None
Parking:
Two car garage, Alley access, Detached

Construction

Roofing:
Tile
General:
Brick, Three, Basement, Brick mortar

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
HOA Amenities:
60.0, Optional
Originating MLS:
Realcomp II Ltd
School District:
Detroit
County:
Wayne

Lot

Zoning:
N CHICAGO BLVD E 5 FT 289 288 W 10 FT 287 VOIGT PARK SUB L22 P94 PLATS, W C R 4/90 75 X 147.50, W04I002726S
Fencing:
Back yard

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Realcomp II Ltd

This listing courtesy of:
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Detroit, Austin Black II

About Detroit, MI

Housing

Number of Units
292,561
Median Home Value
$70,234
Median Rent
$679

53.65% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.25% are vacant.

Commute

Car
71.17%
Public Transportation
5.99%
Walk to Work
3.15%
Work from Home
17.73%
Other
1.42%

The median travel time to work is 23 minutes.

People

Population
593,210
Median Age
36.40
Median Household Size
2.38

Education

High School
33.32%
Associate’s Degree
7.33%
Bachelor’s Degree
9.43%
Graduate Degree
6.96%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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