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clock menu more-arrow no yes mobile Curbed Detroit homepage Detroit Log in or sign up Log In Sign Up Site search Search Search Curbed DetroitCities Homes Neighborhoods News More Cities Atlanta Austin Boston Chicago Detroit Los Angeles New York San Francisco Archive.curbed.com Homes For Sale in Detroit For Rent in Detroit Curbed Comparisons Neighborhoods News Development Architecture Historic Preservation Public Transit ✕ Featured stories Curbed Detroit’s greatest hits We’ve closed up shop for the time being By Curbed Staff The Detroit Land Bank and its many controversies, explained Since its creation in 2010, the quasi-public authority has continually faced criticism By Tom Perkins 6 comments / new What to do if you live in Detroit and can’t pay rent By David Sands This stream has: 26 Updates How coronavirus is impacting Detroit By Curbed Detroit Staff Latest Stories Shared from: From Curbed Safe as houses Americans have always designed our living spaces to respond to threats both real and imagined. By Katy Kelleher April 15, 2020 1 comment / new Detroit mobilizes to protect the homeless from coronavirus Extremely vulnerable in normal times, the homeless are even more at risk now. But the city, various agencies, and volunteers have stepped up to help. By Kimberly Hayes Taylor April 27, 2020 From Vox Media We’re building great things, and we need your talent. Filed under: Map The most beautiful interiors in Detroit, mapped 16 Detroit spaces that take our breath away. By Aaron Mondry April 15, 2020 6 comments / new Craftsman charmer in Indian Village asks $399K This home from 1913 is a real beauty. By Aaron Mondry April 23, 2020 5 comments / new Detroit’s 5 biggest transit misses What if some of these systems were in operation today? By David Gifford April 20, 2020 11 comments / new What Detroit homebuyers need to know during the coronavirus pandemic Sometimes, life can’t wait. We turned to industry professionals on how the homebuying process has changed during the pandemic. By Aaron Mondry April 15, 2020 5 homes in Boston-Edison you can buy for under $300K Check out these affordable homes in one of Detroit’s most prestigious neighborhoods. By Aaron Mondry April 16, 2020 7 comments / new Breathtaking Tobocman home in Bloomfield Hills seeks $2.5M Designed by one of the area’s architectural masters, it’s also gotten a thorough update inside By Aaron Mondry April 14, 2020 6 comments / new Is it okay to move during Detroit’s coronavirus outbreak? Michigan is under a stay-at-home order, but moving is still considered "essential." By Aaron Mondry April 14, 2020 8 comments / new 8 Detroit documentaries you can stream right now Be moved by these excellent documentaries about Detroit. By Aaron Mondry April 13, 2020 Living with strangers: Detroit roommates find comfort, tension under quarantine "I couldn’t imagine living alone right now," one Detroit tenant says By Jena Brooker April 13, 2020 Whitmer extends ‘stay-at-home’ order through April. Here’s what that means. The order was originally set to expire on Monday, April 13. By Aaron Mondry April 13, 2020 34 comments / new Still on the market: Indian Village home with historic charm for $625K Designed by famed architect C. Howard Crane in the 1910s. By Aaron Mondry April 13, 2020 6 comments / new Maps 6 The most beautiful interiors in Detroit, mapped 9 The 13 People Mover stations are loaded with impressive art 4 The most expensive homes for sale in Michigan More in Maps Report: Detroit saw biggest drop in U.S. for March home listings Coronavirus is having a big impact on Detroit’s housing inventory By Aaron Mondry April 10, 2020 1 comment / new 5 Detroit open houses you can tour virtually Check out these places in Woodbridge, University District, and Harbortown from the safety of your home. By Aaron Mondry April 10, 2020 9 Detroit renters’ rights your landlord doesn’t want you to know The most important things to know as a renter. By David Sands March 16, 2020 Filed under: Map 18 famous films shot in Detroit, mapped While Detroit is not the most filmed location in the world, it does make an appearance in a myriad of movies. By Aaron Mondry April 10, 2020 5 comments / new How public transit agencies in Metro Detroit are responding to coronavirus Here’s how Metro Detroit’s public transit agencies are responding to coronavirus. By Aaron Mondry April 9, 2020 10 comments / new How to help your Detroit neighbors during the coronavirus pandemic Looking to get involved? Here’s where to start. By Aaron Mondry April 8, 2020 Back on the market: sprawling Victorian mansion in Woodbridge Farms for $800K This gorgeous home could use some love. By Aaron Mondry April 8, 2020 30 comments / new Filed under: Map The 13 People Mover stations are loaded with impressive art While it may not be the most effective form of transportation, a ride around Detroit’s People Mover is actually a great art tour. By Sarah Cox and Aaron Mondry April 8, 2020 9 comments / new Report: Southeast Michigan residents sheltering at highest rates in nation Coronavirus has taken a toll on Metro Detroit. In response, residents have greatly reduced their movement. By Aaron Mondry April 7, 2020 How Detroit neighborhoods got their names The origin stories behind 12 of the city’s best-known neighborhoods. By Mickey Lyons and Aaron Mondry March 25, 2020 What $850 rents in Detroit right now See what you can get in neighborhoods like Midtown, West Village, and the University District. By Aaron Mondry April 7, 2020 3 comments / new Coronavirus hits pause on Detroit’s housing market With all the challenges to buying and few homes getting listed, Detroit’s housing market has nearly come to a complete stop. By Aaron Mondry April 7, 2020 Closures, transit, gatherings: How Detroit is dealing with coronavirus All the latest information on the city’s response to COVID-19. By Aaron Mondry April 6, 2020 8 comments / new Videos Tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House, restored to its 1920s beauty The architect’s first LA project has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site. Play video for Tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House, restored to its 1920s beauty Will New York’s new sea wall protect the city from climate change? In this video collaboration between Curbed and Vox, we take a closer look at Staten Island’s five-mile wall designed to combat violent storms. Play video for Will New York’s new sea wall protect the city from climate change? A look back at I.M. Pei’s greatest hits The Pritzker Prize-winning Chinese American architect I.M. Pei has passed away at age 102. In honor of his incredible career, we’re taking a brief look at how he got his start. Play video for A look back at I.M. Pei’s greatest hits More in Videos Filed under: Map The most expensive homes for sale in Michigan From lakefront dream homes to suburban mansions, here are the 12 most expensive homes for sale across Michigan. By Robin Runyan and Aaron Mondry April 6, 2020 4 comments / new Q&A: Renters rights group on why Detroit needs a moratorium on rent We spoke with two members of Detroit Renter City, which is calling for a suspension of rent citywide. By Aaron Mondry April 6, 2020 9 comments / new Filed under: Map Mapping Michigan’s remaining drive-in theaters Plan your next road trip with these eight drive-in movie theaters in Michigan. By Karen Dybis April 3, 2020 4 comments / new 5 Detroit open houses you can tour virtually View these residences at your leisure from the safety of your home. By Aaron Mondry April 3, 2020 Shared from: From Curbed Buying a home during the coronavirus pandemic From virtual home tours to COVID-19 contract clauses, here’s how homebuying is changing. By Curbed Staff April 9, 2020 Positive stories around Detroit to keep your spirits up Coronavirus has got us all down, but here’s a bit of positivity to take with you. By Aaron Mondry April 3, 2020 Bird and Lime pull scooters out of Detroit due to coronavirus Though it may be temporary, Spin is currently the only...