18634 OAK Drive

Detroit City, MI 48221

Elegant. Enduring. Light-filled. Prominent Architect-Designed Historic Home in Detroit’s University District | 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths Offered for the first time in nearly 60 years, this stately 1930 Tudor in Detroit’s highly sought-after University District was designed by renowned architect William Kuni and retains much of its original charm alongside thoughtful updates.Situated on a quiet, no-thru street near Palmer Park Prep Academy, the home boasts one of the only large covered front porches in the neighborhood—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, a generous floor plan features five spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bath, including a private third-floor suite with its own full bath, ideal for guests, extended family, or a home office.Main-level highlights include a formal paneled dining room, a bright and inviting breakfast nook, a gracious entry with mirrored wall, and a sun-drenched living room with original leaded glass windows. The layout offers a rare straight path from the side door to the basement, emphasizing flow and function.Throughout the home are original multi-paned operable windows, custom-fitted storm windows, and custom-made window locks on the first floor. The hardwood floors—sanded only once in nearly a century—remain in excellent condition, reflecting the care this home has received over generations.The basement features classic terrazzo flooring and includes plumbing for a potential future bathroom. Outdoors, enjoy a newly screened covered back porch, a two-car garage, and a beautifully landscaped yard with mature trees and perennial gardens.Recent upgrades •New roof (Fall 2022)Full chimney and brick tuckpointing (Fall 2022)•New screens and storm door on back porch. East-facing front of home brings morning light into the kitchen and soft evening shade in the backyard!This is a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home! ( Front yard Sculpture is excluded)

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