Detroit Land in North
For Sale
$40,000
639 Smith Street, Detroit, MI 48202
LAND - Detroit, MI
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.19 Acres
Days on Market453
Property Features for 639 Smith Street
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Residential
Subdivision
Wm Y Hamlin & S J Browns Sub
Elementary school district
Detroit
Middle school district
Detroit
High school district
Detroit
Directions
TAKE WOODWARD HEADED SOUTH, MAKE LEFT ONTO E GRAND BLVD. TAKE TO OAKLAND ST MAKE A LEFT. TAKE TO SMITH ST THEN MAKE A LEFT. PROPERTY ON RIGHT SIDE
Standard status
Active
APN
030019656
Lot size
0.19 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
N SMITH 77 & 78 & VAC CLAY AVE WM Y HAMLIN & S J BROWNS L8 P72 PLATS, W C R 3/91 60 X 140.56A
Legal Description
N SMITH 77 & 78 & VAC CLAY AVE WM Y HAMLIN & S J BROWNS L8 P72 PLATS, W C R 3/91 60 X 140.56A
Utilities
Water source
Public
Listing Agency:
RCH Brokerage Legacy Inc
(248) 440-2268
Listed By:
Leonard A Pickett III · License #6501306589
(248) 440-2268
Added: May 28, 2025
Changed: May 13
Last Checked: Aug 23 at 11:06PM
MLS# 20251003284
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This residential land is located in Detroit's bustling North End neighborhood. Zoned R3, it is suitable for infill building. The property is within walking distance to the Q-Line and New Center Area. Buyers must submit an application to purchase, including construction plans or precedent agriculture images of the proposed development and a financing plan with proof of funds or a pre-approval letter on a new construction loan. The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) is entitled to a tax capture for the 5 tax years subsequent to transferring ownership of the property, which may be incompatible with tax abatements otherwise available to the selected purchaser. The DLBA will review requests to waive its tax capture rights and may require a payment in lieu of taxes to approve such requests. The payment will be determined upon reviewing the development proforma and the effect of any tax abatement on the purchase and development financing. The lot size is 0.19 acres.
Key Highlights
- Great property for infill building in Detroit's North End.
- Zoned R3.
- Walking distance to the Q‑Line and New Center Area.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,545
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 48202, MI
17,260
Population
10,078
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
38%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
3.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,076
Density / Sq Mi
$36,536
Median Household Income
$31,725
Median Earnings
$894
Median Rent
$193,700
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Residential land & home lot - Residential land in Detroit's bustling North End neighborhood.
Where is this residential land & home lot located?
The property is located at 639 Smith Street Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $40,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Great property for infill building in Detroit's North End.; Zoned R3.; Walking distance to the Q‑Line and New Center Area.
