Rare opportunity to restore an architecturally significant piece of Detroit History. Once home to Walter Briggs Sr., former owner of the Detroit Tigers, this storied Palmer Woods’ Estate offers an unmatched opportunity to revitalize one of the City’s most iconic properties. Situated on 0.77 acres in one of Detroit’s most prestigious neighborhoods, this grand estate features a carriage house, 3-car garage, original stained-glass windows, intricate millwork, and lower-level spaces that remain intact and ready for restoration. With record-breaking sales of nearby restored mansions, this unique offering presents one of the most compelling investment opportunities Detroit. Note that the carriage house is ready for occupancy and offers vaulted ceilings, kitchen, living room, bedroom, full bath and ample storage. This listing includes two separate parcels (#27240645 and #02004842). Do not enter the property without prior permission from the listing agent and a signed hold harmless and release. Contact Jen with any questions or if you are interested in walking the property and seeing the carriage house.
Property Details
Price:
$425,000
MLS #:
20251037895
Status:
Active
Beds:
1
Baths:
1
Address:
1701 Balmoral Drive
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
PALMER WOODS PLATS
Neighborhood:
05041det68grflddequindre
City:
Detroit
Listed Date:
Sep 19, 2025
State:
MI
Finished Sq Ft:
1,400
ZIP:
48203
Year Built:
1925
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I’m a first-generation American with Italian roots. My journey combines family, real estate, and the American dream. Raised in a loving home, I embraced my Italian heritage and studied in Italy before returning to the US. As a mother of four, married for 30 years, my joy is family time. Real estate runs in my blood, inspired by my parents’ success in the industry. I earned my real estate license at 18, learned from a mentor at Century 21, and continued to grow at Remax. In 2022, I became the…
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Schools
School District:
Detroit
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Freezer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
None
Exterior
Architectural Style
Carriage House
Construction Materials
Brick, Stone
Other Structures
Other
Parking Features
Threeand Half Car Garage, Attached, Garage Faces Front
Roof
Slate
Financial
HOA Fee
$495
HOA Frequency
Annually
Taxes
$11,935
Map
Community
- Address1701 Balmoral Drive Detroit MI
- SubdivisionPALMER WOODS (PLATS)
- CityDetroit
- CountyWayne
- Zip Code48203
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Detroit, MI
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