MLS # 20240044293 (Realcomp)

Welcome to the latest offering from the Detroit Land Bank Authority. 3 vacant parcels totaling approximately 4000 sq.ft of land just awaiting your newest development project. Sale includes 18617 and 18613 James Couzens. Zoned residential, follow guidelines in order to submit. The DLBA is seeking proposals that for small- to medium-scale infill development with the goal of increasing housing supply and restoring the urban fabric, as well as density and walkability. Interested buyers should consult our proposal guidelines for new build opportunities. The DLBA also recommends reviewing relevant Neighborhood Framework Plans from the City of Detroit’s Planning and Development Department for additional context about the neighborhood.Please note that the Detroit Land bank Authority is entitled to a tax capture for the 5 tax years subsequent to transferring ownership of the property. The tax capture may be incompatible with tax abatements and/or lot combinations that are otherwise available to the selected purchaser. DLBA will review requests to waive its tax capture rights and may require a payment in lieu of taxes to approve such requests. The payment will be determined upon reviewing the development proforma and effect of any tax abatements on the purchase and development financing. Please refer to DLBA proposal guidelines.
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Listed at $5,500.
Electric service is provided by DTE Electric Company; natural gas by DTE Gas Company. Fiber internet is available at this address with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps across 9 providers.
Location
Sale & Financing
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Source: Public Records
Legal Description
S JAMES COUZENS 430 EXC JAMES COUZENS AS WD RAMM & COS NORTHWESTERN HWY SUB NO 3 L49 P7 PLATS, W C R 22/230 39.65 IRREG
FEMA Flood Zone: Zone X — Minimal flood risk
Source: FEMA NFHLUSDA Rural Development: Not Eligible
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Real Estate One-Southfield
Municipality: Detroit
School district: DETROIT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
County: Wayne
Estimate based on SEV for a new buyer (taxable value resets to SEV on transfer). Actual taxes may vary. MI Treasury PT Estimator
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DTE Electric Company
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Property
18553 JAMES COUZENS, Detroit, MI 48235
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Neighborhood
Greenfield
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Community
Detroit
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County
Wayne County
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