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Historic Multi-Floor School Building
For Sale
$799,000

8411 E Forest Avenue, Detroit, MI 48214

Century-old school building for sale with three floors, on-site parking, and a one-acre lot.

Property Size20,456 SF
Lot Size1.00 Acre
Price / SF$39.06
Days on Market411

Property Features for 8411 E Forest Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 20,456 SF
Lot size 1.00 Acre
Property subtype Industrial

Amenities

3
Rubber
180240

Building Details

Year Built 19
Stories 3
Listing Agency: Nika & Co
Listed By: Vadim Oss · License #6505433305
Source: Xome
Added: Jun 26, 2025 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 9 at 5:33AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Hillger School, a century-old property originally built in 1912, is offered for sale as a distinctive multi-floor building with three floors. The site is set on approximately one acre and includes on-site parking, providing practical support for a range of adaptive reuse concepts.

Set in Detroit’s Pingree Park area, the property is positioned near the Indian Village and the Little Village district. The public remarks also note proximity to the Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Isle State Park, along with nearby dining options including Marrow restaurant and Red Hook cafe. Nearby redevelopment and revitalized housing stock are described as contributing to increased momentum in the surrounding area.

The building’s configuration and scale are suited for buyers exploring reuse opportunities for community, creative, or residential-style programming, with the added benefit of parking on site.

Key Highlights

  • Century‑old Hillger School building built in 1912 with approx. 30,000 sq ft across three floors
  • Set on a 1‑acre lot with lot dimensions of 180x240
  • Roof is rubber; property has no pool

Property Analytics

Current Use

Hillger School High School

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Dental Office Real Estate Agency Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Gym & Fitness Center

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

299
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48214, MI

18,959
Population
13,279
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
27%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
5.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,717
Density / Sq Mi
$34,807
Median Household Income
$36,625
Median Earnings
$818
Median Rent
$120,500
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 - Century-old school building for sale with three floors, on-site parking, and a one-acre lot.
Where is this school located?
The property is located at 8411 E Forest Avenue Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $799,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Century‑old Hillger School building built in 1912 with approx. 30,000 sq ft across three floors; Set on a 1‑acre lot with lot dimensions of 180x240; Roof is rubber; property has no pool
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