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A lot of house for the money! Founder of K-Mart. C. 1914 in Michigan. $2,995,000

January 17, 2025

A lot of house for the money! This was originally built for the founder of K-Mart! This 15,000 square foot mansion was built in 1914. It is located on 3.75 acres in Detroit, Michigan. The property has koi pond, waterfall, pickleball courts, walk in bank vault and there are 30,000 flowering bulbs! Fourteen bedrooms, eight bathrooms and 15,379 square feet. $2,995,000

Contact Janet K. Stockton with KW Showcase Realty: 248-505-5600

From the Zillow listing:

 

Magnificent 1914 historic mansion built by one of America’s wealthiest men of his era, S.S.Kresge. Founder of the Kresge stores that later became K-Mart. This aprox 16,000 SF 3 story centennial home located on gated park sized grounds populated with mature trees, large perennial flower gardens traversed by winding slate pathways that provide ever changing vistas and privacy. Over 30,000 Spring flowering bulbs reflect the owners 30 year passion for gardening. Koi ponds & a waterfall are located next to the greenhouse. A tennis court and 2 Pickleball courts next to a gazebo. 2 carriage houses that house up to 9 cars, each having a 2 BR apartment above. The mansion has 14 BR, 10 fireplaces, 6 full & 3 half baths and opulent grand rooms that reflect the splendor of the gilded age. All lovingly restored and updated including a brand new kitchen & butlers pantry. It even has a walk-in bank vault. Easy access to I-75, I-94, and US10, and Detroit Metro Airport is just a 30 minute drive.

 

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