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The Frederick J. Fisher mansion in Arden Park.
Photo by Barney Nowicki of First Impression Photography

The most expensive homes for sale in Detroit right now

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The Frederick J. Fisher mansion in Arden Park.
| Photo by Barney Nowicki of First Impression Photography

With news that the most expensive listing in Detroit’s history was taken off the market, it’s time to update our list of the most expensive homes for sale right now.

In 2019, just two homes in Detroit sold for over $1 million. As of today, there’s no less than 10 homes for sale at that price or higher. And it’s an interesting mix of homes: There’s a handful of big historic mansions, a couple of townhomes in new developments, downtown penthouses, warehouse lofts, and more.

Do you think these residences will sell as homebuying season heats up? Take a look at what’s on the market and let us know.

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Bagley Mansion

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$3.27 million

Built for John N. Bagley, son of former Michigan governor John J. Bagley, the 8,495-square-foot French Renaissance Revival was finished over 130 years ago. The enormous brick mansion has some impressive stained-glass windows, a giant turret, stone carvings, and six fireplace mantels designed by Julius Melchers.

It’s an impressive home, but many took issue with the white-painted wood inside.

A two and a half story brick home with a huge turret and steep slate roof. There’s a black awning extending from the entrance. Photos by Stylish Detroit

S. S. Kresge Mansion

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$3.25 million

At over 20,000 square feet, it might be the largest residence in Detroit. There’s also 14 bedrooms, 10 fireplaces, garage space for nine cars, six full bathrooms, two carriage houses with their own apartments, all on an almost four acre property that takes up two-thirds of the block.

The Kresge Mansion has been on the market since June last year without a price reduction.

Photo by Steve Stockton at Drone Your Home

Book Cadillac penthouse

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$2.7 million

Penthouses in the Book Cadillac are expensive. This 2,900-square-foot unit, which occupies the 29th and 30th floors of the historic downtown building, offers impressive 360-degree views of the city. There’s also a unique second-floor entertainment loft accessible by a custom Italian spiral staircase.

Frederick J. Fisher Mansion

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$2 million

Perhaps our favorite listing at the moment, this stunning mansion in Arden Park is still filled with period details from when it was built in 1917. Take a look at the limestone exterior, Pewabic tiles, masterful woodwork and metalwork, stained and leaded glass, panel paintings on the ceilings and walls.

It originally listed for $2.17 million, but got a price cut in November.

A sunroom with a white and green tiled floor. Wicker chairs sit across from a fireplace which has a painting above its white mantel and columns. Photo by Barney Nowicki of First Impression Photography

Unfinished penthouse in the Franklin Lofts

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$1.9 million

This 4,042-square-foot penthouse in an old warehouse near the riverfront has lots of potential, but you’ll have to build it out after the purchase (it’s unclear how much of that cost will be paid for by the developers). There’s also an impressive 2,500 square feet of deck space being marketed as “perfect for big parties.”

A long three-story brick building with an addition on top. Google Street View

Hartz Building condo

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$1.6 million

One of three condos occupying an entire floor of the Hartz Building on Broadway Street downtown. The units will be furnished with Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a wet bar, soundproof hardwood floors, and a gorgeous master bath with jetted tub. Each floor will also have private elevator access.

Rendering of a living room with open floor plan next to the kitchen. There’s a section gray sofa and large windows looking out to another tall building. Quality Stainless Mfg

City Modern townhome

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$1.5 million

One of several resales of new townhomes at the City Modern development in Brush Park. This one is 2,682 square feet and comes with the optional rooftop deck and suite. The main room has an open floor plan with kitchen island, subway tile backsplash, quartz countertops, floor-to-ceiling windows, and more.

Book Cadillac condo

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$1.35 million

Another condo at the Book Cadillac downtown makes the list. This 2,379-square-foot, three-bedroom unit comes with hardwood floors and some built-in wood shelving. The “spa-like” master bedroom has a huge walk-in closet, walk-in shower, and a “his and her” sink.

Stone exterior of the gorgeous Book Cadillac building downtown. Photo by Stylish Detroit

Edumund Place townhome

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$1.14 million

One of 12 new townhomes to be built on Edmund Place as part of City Modern. Like others in the Brush Park development, buyers will be able to customize their units with finishes and other add-ons. There will also be plenty of outdoor terrace space. Though it might take a while for your new home to finish.

Detroit Golf Course mansion

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$999,000

The 6,320-square-foot Colonial got a major remodel last year by George Williams Interiors. The living room has a tiled fireplace with bay windows and some nice wainscoting. The sunroom that looks out onto the golf course has wood beams on the ceilings and another fireplace. The kitchen has been totally redone and now comes with an island and range, granite countertops, and a wet bar.

A symmetrical home with two points on either side. A bay window sits in the center and there’s white siding all across the front. Photo by Stylish Detroit

Bagley Mansion

$3.27 million

Built for John N. Bagley, son of former Michigan governor John J. Bagley, the 8,495-square-foot French Renaissance Revival was finished over 130 years ago. The enormous brick mansion has some impressive stained-glass windows, a giant turret, stone carvings, and six fireplace mantels designed by Julius Melchers.

It’s an impressive home, but many took issue with the white-painted wood inside.

A two and a half story brick home with a huge turret and steep slate roof. There’s a black awning extending from the entrance. Photos by Stylish Detroit

S. S. Kresge Mansion

$3.25 million

At over 20,000 square feet, it might be the largest residence in Detroit. There’s also 14 bedrooms, 10 fireplaces, garage space for nine cars, six full bathrooms, two carriage houses with their own apartments, all on an almost four acre property that takes up two-thirds of the block.

The Kresge Mansion has been on the market since June last year without a price reduction.

Photo by Steve Stockton at Drone Your Home

Book Cadillac penthouse

$2.7 million

Penthouses in the Book Cadillac are expensive. This 2,900-square-foot unit, which occupies the 29th and 30th floors of the historic downtown building, offers impressive 360-degree views of the city. There’s also a unique second-floor entertainment loft accessible by a custom Italian spiral staircase.

Frederick J. Fisher Mansion

$2 million

Perhaps our favorite listing at the moment, this stunning mansion in Arden Park is still filled with period details from when it was built in 1917. Take a look at the limestone exterior, Pewabic tiles, masterful woodwork and metalwork, stained and leaded glass, panel paintings on the ceilings and walls.

It originally listed for $2.17 million, but got a price cut in November.

A sunroom with a white and green tiled floor. Wicker chairs sit across from a fireplace which has a painting above its white mantel and columns. Photo by Barney Nowicki of First Impression Photography

Unfinished penthouse in the Franklin Lofts

$1.9 million

This 4,042-square-foot penthouse in an old warehouse near the riverfront has lots of potential, but you’ll have to build it out after the purchase (it’s unclear how much of that cost will be paid for by the developers). There’s also an impressive 2,500 square feet of deck space being marketed as “perfect for big parties.”

A long three-story brick building with an addition on top. Google Street View

Hartz Building condo

$1.6 million

One of three condos occupying an entire floor of the Hartz Building on Broadway Street downtown. The units will be furnished with Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a wet bar, soundproof hardwood floors, and a gorgeous master bath with jetted tub. Each floor will also have private elevator access.

Rendering of a living room with open floor plan next to the kitchen. There’s a section gray sofa and large windows looking out to another tall building. Quality Stainless Mfg

City Modern townhome

$1.5 million

One of several resales of new townhomes at the City Modern development in Brush Park. This one is 2,682 square feet and comes with the optional rooftop deck and suite. The main room has an open floor plan with kitchen island, subway tile backsplash, quartz countertops, floor-to-ceiling windows, and more.

Book Cadillac condo

$1.35 million

Another condo at the Book Cadillac downtown makes the list. This 2,379-square-foot, three-bedroom unit comes with hardwood floors and some built-in wood shelving. The “spa-like” master bedroom has a huge walk-in closet, walk-in shower, and a “his and her” sink.

Stone exterior of the gorgeous Book Cadillac building downtown. Photo by Stylish Detroit

Edumund Place townhome

$1.14 million

One of 12 new townhomes to be built on Edmund Place as part of City Modern. Like others in the Brush Park development, buyers will be able to customize their units with finishes and other add-ons. There will also be plenty of outdoor terrace space. Though it might take a while for your new home to finish.

Detroit Golf Course mansion

$999,000

The 6,320-square-foot Colonial got a major remodel last year by George Williams Interiors. The living room has a tiled fireplace with bay windows and some nice wainscoting. The sunroom that looks out onto the golf course has wood beams on the ceilings and another fireplace. The kitchen has been totally redone and now comes with an island and range, granite countertops, and a wet bar.

A symmetrical home with two points on either side. A bay window sits in the center and there’s white siding all across the front. Photo by Stylish Detroit