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Historic Office & Classroom Building
For Sale
$500,000

8990 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48204

COMMERCIAL - Detroit, MI

Property Size13,000 SF
Lot Size0.30 Acres
Price / SF$38.46
Days on Market414

Property Features for 8990 Grand River Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Office
Zoning description B4
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Basement, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 3
Elementary school district Detroit
Middle school district Detroit
High school district Detroit
Directions Located on Grand River between Joy Rd. and Tireman.
Subdivision Wayne County - 100
Standard status Active
APN 14001587-8
Size 13,000 SF
Lot size 0.30 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Description BLK:209 DIST:01 CITY/MUNI/TWP:DETROIT CITY N GRAND RIVER W E 13 FT D C THRU APLAT OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN KEAL L543 P411
Tax Annual Amount 4638
Legal Description BLK:209 DIST:01 CITY/MUNI/TWP:DETROIT CITY N GRAND RIVER W E 13 FT D C THRU APLAT OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN KEAL L543 P411

Utilities

Utilities Natural Gas Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1928
Number of units 1
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: Beal Properties LLC
Listed By: Tamara Vinson
Added: Jun 23, 2025 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 10 at 10:06AM
MLS# 25030817

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

For sale: a well-preserved historic building that has been owned and operated by the same family for 61 years as an educational facility. The property includes office space along with spacious classrooms and high ceilings, offering a flexible interior layout for continued educational use or redevelopment.

Located at 8990 Grand River Avenue in Detroit, Michigan (Wayne County), the site sits on approximately 0.3 acres and totals about 13,000 square feet. The property offers ample parking and is served by walk-up activity, supporting both daytime and customer-facing needs.

Key Highlights

  • Brick building built in 1928 with forced‑air heating and central air cooling
  • Historical building features offices and spacious classrooms with high ceilings
  • Basement plus 4 bathrooms (Bathrooms 1–4) included

Property Analytics

Current Use

Michigan Barber School, ... Vocational School

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Nail Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

351
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48204, MI

21,738
Population
13,691
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
10%
College-Educated
83%
High-School Grad
5.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,348
Density / Sq Mi
$32,875
Median Household Income
$26,701
Median Earnings
$970
Median Rent
$53,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Detroit, MI

11.9% 2019
13.9% 2020
15.2% 2021
17.9% 2022
20.3% 2023
22% 2024
19.5% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
School - Building includes offices and spacious classrooms with high ceilings, plus ample parking for visitors.
Where is this school located?
The property is located at 8990 Grand River Avenue Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Brick building built in 1928 with forced‑air heating and central air cooling; Historical building features offices and spacious classrooms with high ceilings; Basement plus 4 bathrooms (Bathrooms 1–4) included
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