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Corktown Development Opportunity

1547 Elm St Detroit, MI 48216

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Vacant land parcel in North Corktown, suitable for development.

Type:Land
Added:
May 20, 2026
Days on Market:
54
Last Refresh:
Jul 2 at 3:24 pm

Property Features for 1547 Elm St

General Information

Standard status
Active
Property subtype
Land

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Listing date May 20, 2026

Source Elliman

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This vacant parcel presents a development opportunity in North Corktown, situated a few minutes from Motor City Casino. The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) owns the property through its Marketed Property Program. The site is suitable for new construction and infill development, contingent upon zoning regulations and City approvals. Prospective buyers are required to submit a comprehensive proposal package for DLBA approval, encompassing a project proposal, proof of funds, a site plan or concept drawing, and evidence of prior development experience. The sale is subject to the execution of a DLBA Development Agreement. The Detroit Land Bank Authority is entitled to a tax recapture for the five tax years following the transfer of ownership. This provision may not be compatible with certain tax abatements, lot combinations, or assemblages. Waiver requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis and may require a payment in lieu of taxes, determined after DLBA review of the development pro forma and financing. The property includes 1547 and 1559 Elm. The location has a bike score of 94, indicating it is a biker's paradise, a walk score of 94, indicating it is a walker's paradise, and a transit score of 63, indicating good transit options.

Key Highlights

  • Prime North Corktown location, minutes from Motor City Casino.
  • Development opportunity for new construction and infill.
  • High walk score (94): Walker's Paradise.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Commercial land

Suggested Use

Kitchen & Bath Showroom Accounting Firm Nail Salon Furniture & Home Goods HVAC Service Locksmith Computer & Electronic Repair (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Daycare Center

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Vacant land parcel in North Corktown, suitable for development.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 1547 Elm St Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is Off market.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime North Corktown location, minutes from Motor City Casino.; Development opportunity for new construction and infill.; High walk score (94): Walker's Paradise.
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