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5720 WABASH Street, Detroit, MI 48208

Vacant Land, Detroit, MI

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Lot Size0.09 Acres
Days on Market508

Property Features for 5720 WABASH Street

General Information

Property type Land
Property subtype Other
Zoning Residential
Subdivision CANDLERS SUB (PLATS)
Elementary school district Detroit
Middle school district Detroit
High school district Detroit
Directions W. of Rosa Parks, N. of I-94
Standard status Active
APN 08008909.
Lot size 0.09 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description E WABASH 32 CANDLERS SUB L14 P15 1/2 PLATS, W C R 8/109 30 X 133.33
Legal Description E WABASH 32 CANDLERS SUB L14 P15 1/2 PLATS, W C R 8/109 30 X 133.33

Utilities

Water source Public
Listing Agency: Bellabay Realty Tri Counties
Listed By: Natasha C Richards · License #6502385914
Added: Apr 4, 2025 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 24 at 5:06AM
MLS# 20250022249

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This residential land presents an infill opportunity near Downtown Detroit, Motown Museum, Henry Ford Hospital, Corktown, Midtown, and Wayne State University. It is also located close to future major developing areas. The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) seeks proposals for small- to medium-scale infill development to increase housing supply and restore the urban fabric, density, and walkability. Interested buyers should consult the DLBA's proposal guidelines for new build opportunities and review relevant Neighborhood Framework Plans from the City of Detroit's Planning and Development Department for additional neighborhood context. The property has a lot size of 0.09 acres. The DLBA is entitled to a tax capture for the 5 tax years after transferring ownership. This tax capture may be incompatible with tax abatements and/or lot combinations. The DLBA will review requests to waive its tax capture rights and may require a payment in lieu of taxes, determined upon reviewing the development proforma and effect of any tax abatements on the purchase and development financing. Please refer to DLBA proposal guidelines.

Key Highlights

  • Prime infill opportunity near Downtown Detroit, Motown Museum, Henry Ford Hospital, Corktown, Midtown, and Wayne State University.
  • Ideal for small- to medium‑scale residential development to increase housing supply.
  • Aims to restore urban fabric, density, and walkability.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Residential land & home ...

Suggested Use

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

684
Businesses Nearby

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Residential land & home lot - Residential land for sale near Downtown Detroit.
Where is this residential land & home lot located?
The property is located at 5720 WABASH Street Detroit, MI.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime infill opportunity near Downtown Detroit, Motown Museum, Henry Ford Hospital, Corktown, Midtown, and Wayne State University.; Ideal for small- to medium‑scale residential development to increase housing supply.; Aims to restore urban fabric, density, and walkability.
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