1540 Saint Clair St, Detroit, MI, 48214
About This Home
Rare opportunity to restore and reimagine this historic brick two-family property in Detroit's vibrant East Village neighborhood. Built in 1911, this approximately 2,382-square-foot structure offers substantial space and character for investors, developers, or owner-occupants seeking a renovation project. Located just minutes from Detroit's riverfront, the Belle Isle Park area, and the growing retail and dining destinations along Kercheval Avenue, East Village continues to attract investment and revitalization. The neighborhood features a mix of historic architecture, community development initiatives, convenient access to downtown Detroit, and proximity to major transportation corridors. Property is being sold as-is. Purchaser to verify all measurements, zoning, and development requirements. DLBA Disclosure: DLBA is entitled to a tax capture for the 5 tax years subsequent to transferring ownership of the property. The tax capture may be incompatible with tax abatements that are otherwise available to the selected purchaser. 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 effect of any tax abatement on the purchase and development financing.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1911
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Block
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subType: Duplex
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area above ground: 2,382
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,382 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W21I038481S
- Zoning description: MultiFamily, Residential
- Special condition: Government Owned,Short Sale No
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 3,049 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 30 x 101.9
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Wayne County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $151 | $1,812 |
| Home Insurance * | $120 | $1,440 |
| Property Taxes | $36 | $432 |
| Electricity | $259 | $3,117 |
| Total | $566 | $6,792 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-17 | Listed for sale | $30,000 |
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