For Sale
639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202
$40,000
MLS # 20251003284 (Realcomp)
0.19 acres
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Listing Description
Great property for infill building located in Detroit’s bustling North End neighborhood. Zoned R3. Buyer must submit an app to purchase, including construction plans or precedent agriculture images of proposed development & financing plan w/ POF OR Pre- App letter on a new construction loan. This property is within walking distance to the Q-Line and New Center Area. 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 abatement 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 abatement on the purchase and development financing. Please see attached documents for DLBA requirements and offer submission information. BATVAI
Source: SparkMLS
About this home
Asking $40,000.
Broadband is available with download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps from 8 providers. Electric service is provided by DTE Electric Company; natural gas by DTE Gas Company.
Listing Property Details
Property TypeLand
Bathrooms0
Lot Size0.19 acres
Location
CityDetroit
Zip Code48202
CountyWayne
School DistrictDetroit
Sale & Financing
Listed5/27/2025
Terms AcceptedCash
Source: SparkMLS
Tax Information
Annual Tax$0
Tax Year2025
Assessed Value$0
Parcel #03001965-6
Source: Public Records
Legal Description
N SMITH 77 & 78 & VAC CLAY AVE WM Y HAMLIN & S J BROWNS L8 P72 PLATS, W C R 3/91 60 X 140.56A
Property Records
FEMA Flood Zone: Zone X — Minimal flood risk
Source: FEMA NFHLUSDA Rural Development: Not Eligible
Verify eligibility at USDAListed by Leonard A Pickett
RCH Brokerage Legacy Inc
Frequently Asked Questions about 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202
What school district is 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202 in?
Per MLS# 20251003284, this property is served by Detroit. In Michigan, school district boundaries are set by the state and do not always follow city limits.
What type of financing is accepted for this listing?
Per MLS# 20251003284, the seller has indicated this property accepts the following financing types: Cash. Financing acceptance is subject to change — confirm with the listing agent.
Is 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202 eligible for USDA financing?
Per USDA Rural Development boundary data, 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202 is not in an eligible area. USDA eligibility is based on property location — properties within designated urban zones are excluded. Other low-down-payment options (FHA, VA) may still be available.
What is the FEMA flood zone designation for this property?
Per FEMA's National Flood Hazard Layer, 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202 is in flood zone X (minimal risk). Flood insurance is not typically required in this zone but may still be advisable. FEMA flood maps are updated periodically — verify the current designation at msc.fema.gov.
Is fiber internet available at 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202?
Per FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, fiber internet is not currently available at 639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202. The maximum advertised download speed is 1.2 Gbps. 8 internet providers serve this address. Confirm availability and speeds directly with providers.
Who are the utility providers for this property?
Per Michigan Public Service Commission service territory data: Electric: DTE Electric Company. Gas: DTE Gas Company. Confirm service details directly with providers.
How safe is this area?
Per our practice, crime and safety data should be obtained directly from the authoritative source. Wayne County law enforcement agencies participate in CLEMIS (Courts and Law Enforcement Management Information System) for public safety records.
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Tax Estimate
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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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Monthly payment$259
Principal & interest$259
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Internet
Download
1.2 Gbps
Upload
35 Mbps
CableLicensed Fixed WirelessGSO SatelliteSatelliteDSL
8 providers at this address
FCC Broadband Data Collection (Dec 2025). Max advertised speeds.
Utilities
DTE Electric Company
Investor-Owned
DTE Gas Company
Investor-Owned
MI Public Service Commission service territory boundaries.
Property
639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202
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Neighborhood
Middle Woodward
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Community
Detroit
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County
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