Gorgeous Georgian revival home in the heart of Detroit’s legendary Boston Edison Historic District…This prestigious home was once owned by Otto Kern, of Detroit’s famous Kern Department Store. The brick paver path leads you up to the columned covered porch and into the vestibule and formal front hall with a grand staircase and views into the gracious formal rooms of this stunning 1920 built home. Beautiful quintessential features include gleaming hardwood floors, wainscoting, crown moulding, picture rails, French glass paneled doors that adorn every entry, ceiling medallions, the original marble fireplace and even the original service call bell! This home has three floors of incredible living space including formal living and dining room, a large family room with floor to ceiling French windows that walks out to the secluded screened in porch , a Butlers Pantry with original cabinetry upgraded with granite countertops, and upgraded eat in kitchen that walks out to a covered porch. There is also a charming powder room and a built in service bar with the original wood doors showcasing the exquisite original craftsmanship. Take the grand staircase to the second and third floors with six large bedrooms, three full baths a second floor family room large and gracious hallways and landings, and the original built in hall cabinets to house ALL of your linens and more. The basement includes a Billiard room with exposed brick, original wood floors a small T.V room and a half lav. Enjoy the beautifully designed grounds from the many enchanting seating areas. The original brick two car garage adds a charming touch to the backyard. Pride of ownership shows inside and out in this stunning piece of Detroit’s history that has been featured many times on the always anticipated Boston Edison Home Tour. Eligible for the NEZ homestead 15 year property tax abatement program through the city of Detroit.
Sold for $579,000 on 07/28/25
$579,000
736 Chicago Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202
6beds
6,060sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.25 Acres Lot
$579,200 Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$4,684 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 29, 2025 at 05:12am
Listed by:
Dana Cooper 248-658-8030,
Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham,
Laurie Koblin Glass 248-658-8030,
Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham
Bought with:
Alexander Zachary, 6501418297
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20250035754

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Window Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 6,060 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,037
- Finished area below ground: 1,023
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 75.00 x 148.00
Details
- Parcel number: W04I002726S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: VOIGT PARK SUB (PLATS)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $100 optional
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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Estimated market value
$579,200