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Historic Warehouse with Mixed-Use Potential
For Sale
$3,250,000

4400 Lawton St, Detroit, MI 48208

Historic warehouse with updated fire suppression and multifamily mixed-use development schematics available.

Property Size136,630 SF
Price / SF$23.79
Days on Market21

Property Features for 4400 Lawton St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 136,630 SF
Zoning SD2

Warehouse & Industrial

Warehouse Space 136,000 SF
Sprinkler System Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1909
Listing Agency: Clyde Realty LLC
Listed By: Alex Lauer · License #6501387117
Source: Katie-k
Added: Aug 10 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 12:02PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Constructed in 1909, this approximately 136k-square-foot warehouse is currently used for minimal warehousing. The building was originally developed for production of Model T headlights and has received recent updates to its fire suppression systems, along with other improvements throughout the property.

The sale includes 2728 Buchanan in addition to the 4400 Lawton Street facility. Architectural schematics for a multifamily and mixed-use development are available, providing an existing planning resource for evaluating a future repositioning of the property. Flexible SD2 zoning is identified in the property information.

Key Highlights

  • 136k square foot warehouse constructed in 1909
  • Originally built for production of Model T headlights
  • Currently used for minimal warehousing

Property Analytics

Current Use

Warehouses

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store

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

Yes
Sprinkler system

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

348
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 48208, MI

8,090
Population
5,226
Households
1.5
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
27%
College-Educated
79%
High-School Grad
3.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,528
Density / Sq Mi
$29,742
Median Household Income
$39,526
Median Earnings
$842
Median Rent
$186,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Detroit, MI

3% 2019
4.2% 2020
2.5% 2021
2.4% 2022
3% 2023
3.4% 2024
3.7% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Warehouse - Historic warehouse with updated fire suppression and multifamily mixed-use development schematics available.
Where is this warehouse located?
The property is located at 4400 Lawton St Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 136k square foot warehouse constructed in 1909; Originally built for production of Model T headlights; Currently used for minimal warehousing
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