$2,995,000 for Sale

70 w boston, detroit, MI 48202

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Beds 14 Baths 8 15,379 Sqft 3.75 Acres 1 of 99
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Property Description
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.
General Information
Sale Price: $2,995,000
Price/SqFt: $195
Est. Payments: $19,665
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Status: Active
MLS#: 60283940
City: detroit
Post Office: detroit
Schools: detroit city school district
County: Wayne
Subdivision: more than one subdivision involved
Acres: 3.75
Lot Dim: 520X314X520X314
Bedrooms:14
Bathrooms:8   (6 full, 2 half)
House Size: 15,379 sq.ft.
Acreage: 3.75 est.
Year Built: 1914
Property Type: Single Family
Style: Colonial,Historic
Features & Room Sizes
Bedroom 1:  32x19
Bedroom 2 :  18x16
Bedroom 3:  14x14
Bedroom 4:  19x14
Dining Room:  25x18
Kitchen:  19x16
Livingroom:  32x19
Outer Buildings:  Second Garage
Paved Road:  Paved Street
Garage:  6
Garage Description:  Additional Garage(s),Basement Access,Detached Garage,Electric in Garage,Gar Door Opener,Direct Access
Exterior:  Brick,Wood,Stucco
Exterior Misc:  Exterior Balcony,Fenced Yard,Lawn Sprinkler,Patio,Porch,Satellite Dish,Spa/Hot Tub,Tennis Court(s)
Fireplaces:  Yes
Fireplace Description:  DinRoom Fireplace,Gas Fireplace,Grt Rm Fireplace,LivRoom Fireplace
Basement:  Yes
Basement Description:  Unfinished
Foundation :  Basement
Appliances:  Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Cooling:  Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s),Attic Fan
Heating:  Forced Air,Hot Water
Fuel:  Natural Gas
Waste:  Public Sanitary
Watersource:  Public Water
Tax, Fees & Legal
Est. Summer Taxes:  $8,501
Est. Winter Taxes:  $936
HOA fees:  100
HOA fees Period:  Optional


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