525 W LAFAYETTE BLVD #12E Detroit, MI 48226
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Key Details
Property Type Condo
Sub Type Condominium
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,238 sqft
Price per Sqft $322
MLS Listing ID 20261008283
Style Historic,HighRise
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
HOA Fees $750/mo
Year Built 1927
Property Sub-Type Condominium
Property Description
The Ellington (E) floorplan unfolds in a clean, corner-oriented layout that prioritizes light, views, and separation of spaces. A gently curved living and dining area is wrapped in windows on two sides, drawing in sunlight and river views. The open kitchen runs along one wing with a functional galley-plus-island configuration that connects naturally to the main living space. The primary suite is privately positioned on one end of the residence, while the additional bedroom(s) sit across the unit off a short hallway, creating a natural buffer between living and sleeping areas.
Designed for the professional city dweller, this corner residence functions as an efficient, low-friction home base. Recent updates include brand-new stainless-steel appliances, warm wood floors, and refined stone finishes in the primary bath, all set within Albert Kahn's landmark tower. Large windows frame sweeping views of the Detroit River and skyline throughout the day.
For those who split their time between places, Fort Shelby works beautifully as a second home. Hotel-style services remove everyday friction — on-site bar and restaurant, Starbucks-serving coffee shop, concierge and doorman, food delivery, 24/7 fitness center, business center, and secure parking.
This residence is also the more thoughtful choice compared to the neighboring Westin Book Cadillac, where units are typically priced higher while carrying unabated taxes and steeper monthly HOA dues. Here, you benefit from a NEZ-Rehab tax abatement through 2033 (available to owner-occupants, second-home owners, and investors alike).
Location
State MI
County Wayne
Area Area05053Detwoodwardmcclellansomack
Interior
Interior Features Elevator, ProgrammableThermostat
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace No
Laundry InUnit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting, PrivateEntrance
Parking Features Assigned1Space, ParkingLot, NoGarage
Pool None
Community Features FitnessCenter, Sidewalks
View Y/N No
Roof Type Rubber
Garage false
Building
Lot Description CornerLot, WaterView
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction No
Schools
High Schools Detroit
School District Detroit
Others
Senior Community false
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, UsdaLoan, VaLoan, WarrantyDeed
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, UsdaLoan, VaLoan, WarrantyDeed
Special Listing Condition ShortSaleNo, Standard
Pets Allowed Call
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