70 W Boston Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202

$2,995,000 Asking Price

14 beds
8 baths
1,537  sqft
Built in 1914

Magnificent 1914 historic mansion built by one of America's wealthiest men of his era, S.S.Kresge. Founder of the Kresge stores that later became K-Mart. This aprox 16,000 SF 3 story centennial home located on gated park sized grounds populated with mature trees, large perennial flower gardens traversed by winding slate pathways that provide ever changing vistas and privacy. Over 30,000 Spring flowering bulbs reflect the owners 30 year passion for gardening. Koi ponds & a waterfall are located next to the greenhouse. A tennis court and 2 Pickleball courts next to a gazebo. 2 carriage houses that house up to 9 cars, each having a 2 BR apartment above. The mansion has 14 BR, 10 fireplaces, 6 full & 3 half baths and opulent grand rooms that reflect the splendor of the gilded age. All lovingly restored and updated including a brand new kitchen & butlers pantry. It even has a walk-in bank vault. Easy access to I-75, I-94, and US10, and Detroit Metro Airport is just a 30 minute drive.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Cable/Internet Avail.,DSL Available,Sound System,Wet Bar/Bar
Rooms:
Breezeway
Appliances:
Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement:
Unfinished
A/C:
Attic Fan,Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s)
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air,Hot Water
Fireplace:
DinRoom Fireplace,Gas Fireplace,Grt Rm Fireplace,LivRoom Fireplace, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Brick,Wood,Stucco, Exterior Balcony,Fenced Yard,Lawn Sprinkler,Patio,Porch,Satellite Dish,Spa/Hot Tub,Tennis Court(s)
Style:
Colonial,Historic
Other Structures:
Second Garage

Construction

General:
More than 2 Stories, Basement

Location

Road/Access:
Paved Street
HOA Amenities:
100.0
Originating MLS:
RealComp
School District:
Detroit City School District
County:
Wayne

Lot

Zoning:
N W BOSTON BLVD 191-188 VOIGT PARK SUB L22 P94 PLATS, W C R 2/129 96 E W VOIGTS SUB L18 P44 PLATS, W C R 2/128 42-44-46-H-48 & VAC ALLEYS ADJ ATKINSON SUB L10 P82 PLATS, W C R 2/3 520 X 314.19A, W02I001525S

Utilities

Water:
Public Water
Sewer:
Public Sanitary

Financial

Source:
RealComp

This listing courtesy of:
KW Showcase Realty, Janet K Stockton

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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