Welcome to The Ransom Gillis House, a true masterpiece of Detroit's storied past, blending historic charm with modern luxury. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Brush Park, this meticulously restored home stands as a testament to timeless elegance and architectural brilliance. It has been featured in many motion pictures as an iconic symbol of Detroits history and culture. Originally crafted in 1876 by renowned architects Henry Brush and George Mason, this Venetian Gothic marvel was brought back to life through meticulous restoration and renovation efforts. The kitchen is a perfect blend of vintage elegance and contemporary convenience. Custom-crafted cabinets with marble tops, tall paneled doors, and custom brass latches evoke the spirit of the era, while stainless steel appliances fuel all of your culinary adventures. For those who love to entertain, the finished garden level offers a bar area thats entertainment-ready, alongside an office, a gym, and ample storage space making this home as functional as it is beautiful. The opulent primary suite is a sanctuary of comfort and style. The homes exterior facade is just as impressive, with elaborate landscaping and a private fenced yard. This is a home designed for both intimate evenings and grand galas. Perfectly situated between Midtown and Eastern Market, Brush Park is Detroits premier neighborhood a perfect blend of historic charm and urban sophistication. Originally known as Little Paris, this area boasts some of the citys most beautiful and historically significant homes, many of which date back to the late 19th century. Today, Brush Park is the epicenter of Detroits ongoing revival, surrounded by the citys hottest restaurants and amenities. Minutes away, youll find world-class entertainment at Comerica Park, Little Caesars Arena, and Ford Field, as well as top-tier medical facilities like DMC and Henry Ford Hospital. 24-hour private neighborhood security. Once its gone, its gone for goodtheres nothing else like this historic gem.
Property Features
Bedrooms
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 15
- Library (Study): 17.00 x 12.00
- Library (Study) Level: Basement
- Flex Room: 13.00 x 26.00
- Flex Room Level: Basement
- Kitchen - 2nd: 9.00 x 11.00
- Kitchen - 2nd Level: Basement
- Dining Room: 13.00 x 18.00
- Dining Room Level: First/Entry
- Sitting Room: 9.00 x 15.00
- Sitting Room Level: Second
- Living Room: 17.00 x 32.00
- Living Room Level: First/Entry
- Kitchen: 13.00 x 21.00
- Kitchen Level: First/Entry
- Bedroom - Primary: 13.00 x 18.00
- Bedroom - Primary Level: Second
- Bedroom: 17.00 x 12.00
- Bedroom Level: Second
- Bedroom: 12.00 x 13.00
- Bedroom Level: Second
- Laundry Area/Room: 5.00 x 6.00
- Laundry Area/Room Level: Second
- Bath - Primary: 8.00 x 16.00
- Bath - Primary Level: Second
- Bath - Full: 8.00 x 8.00
- Bath - Full Level: Second
- Bath - Lav: 9.00 x 3.00
- Bath - Lav Level: First/Entry
- Basement Description: Partially Finished
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.10
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- High Spd Internet Avail
- Programmable Thermostat
- Wet Bar
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Free-Standing Gas Range
- Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Range Hood
- Washer
- Bar Fridge
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Family Room, Primary Bedroom
- Heating Features: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Exterior and Lot Features
- Grounds Maintenance
- Lighting
- Private Entry
- Security Patrol
- Road Frontage Type: Paved
- Porch Description: Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Patio - Covered
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: 1 Car
- Garage Features: Detached
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 224
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 224
- Association Phone: OWNER
- Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Other Property Info
- ActivationDate : 2025-04-04
- Annual Tax Amount: 29454
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Wayne
- Directions: East on Alfred from Woodward
- Source Property Type: Condominium
- Home Warranty: No
- Area: Det: Livernois-I75 6-Gd River
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: WAYNE COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUB PLAN NO. 678
- Ownership Type: Short Sale - No, Private Owned
- Parcel Number: W27I210066S
- Postal City: Detroit
- Postal Code Plus 4: 3182
- Subdivision: WAYNE COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUB PLAN NO. 678
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2815
- Year Built: 1876
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Foundation Details: Basement
- Levels: 3 Story
- Property Age: 149
- Levels or Stories: 3 Story
- Total Area Lower: 1260
- Total Area Sqft: 4075
- Total Below Grade Area: 1422
- Year Remodeled: 2022
- Architectural Style: Historic, Gothic Revival
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
- Water Source: Public (Municipal)