MDK on the River

For Sale

9008 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48204

This Detroit property for sale is located at 9008 Grand River Ave. The current listed sale price for MDK on the River is $750,000. MDK on the River is situated on a lot that is 0.32 acre in size.

Contacts

DeVon Jackson

P.A. Commercial

Property Details

  • Property Type Other
  • Property Size 19,025 SF
  • Lot Size 0.32 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Year Built 1927
  • Year Renovated 2024
  • Date Updated May 14, 2026
Located primarily within Wayne County, the 48204 ZIP code encompasses established neighborhoods such as Barton-McFarland, Russell Woods, Nardin Park, and the Oakman Boulevard Community. This area presents a compelling strategic advantage for commercial real estate investors, functioning as a transitional “buffer” market between residential neighborhoods and Detroit’s heavier industrial corridors. Historically lower entry pricing relative to Downtown and Midtown Detroit has positioned the area as an attractive target for value-oriented investors seeking early-stage appreciation, while still benefiting from strong arterial access and regional connectivity. The location is further strengthened by its proximity to the Gordie Howe International Bridge, scheduled to open in early 2026. Once operational, this landmark international crossing is expected to significantly enhance cross-border trade, logistics efficiency, and economic activity between Detroit and Windsor—driving increased demand for nearby commercial, industrial, and mixed-use assets. As infrastructure investment accelerates and redevelopment continues to push westward from Detroit’s core, the 48204 corridor is well-positioned to benefit from spillover growth, rising land values, and expanded commercial demand, making it an increasingly attractive location for long-term investment.Unlock a rare opportunity to own a cornerstone asset along one of Detroit’s most dynamic corridors. Spanning 19,025 SF this architecturally significant mixed-use property—originally constructed as a historic S.S. Kresge Department Store—seamlessly blends legacy character with modern income-producing potential. Positioned along the rapidly revitalizing Grand River Avenue, the property is an attractive option for value-add investors, adaptive-reuse specialists, and owner-operators seeking both immediate income and long-term appreciation. Enhancing the offering is an additional ±0.05-acre parcel directly across the street, providing valuable supplemental parking—an increasingly rare asset in urban Detroit that strengthens the property’s usability and tenant appeal. The building features a large ground-floor banquet and event hall, ideal for private events, corporate gatherings, performances, or community programming, complemented by flexible second-floor office suites well-suited for creative studios, co-working concepts, professional services, or boutique headquarters. The layout allows for multiple income streams and the potential to reposition or re-tenant based on market demand. With its scale, historical significance, flexible configuration, and location within a high-growth corridor, 9008 Grand River Ave presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a truly differentiated asset in one of Detroit’s most promising neighborhoods.
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Highlights

  • 19,025 SF Event Center/Office Property in Grand River Corridor
  • Adaptive Reuse & Repositioning Potential
  • Additional ±0.05-Acre Parking Parcel Included
  • Iconic Architecture - Former S.S. Kresge Department Store
  • Minutes from Core City and Boston Edison
  • Multi-Purpose Configuration Allows for Multiple Revenue Streams
  • Near Tech Town, Wayne State University, and the University of Michigan Center for Innovation

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Location

  • City Detroit, MI
  • Neighborhood Rosa Parks
  • Zip Code 48204
  • Market Detroit

Points of Interest

  • Grand Boulevard

    2.87 miles

  • Detroit

    2.90 miles

  • Baltimore Street

    2.91 miles

  • Amsterdam Street

    2.99 miles

  • Ferry Street

    3.17 miles

  • Warren Avenue

    3.33 miles

  • Canfield Street

    3.58 miles

  • Checker Cab #977

    3.66 miles

  • Mack Avenue

    3.86 miles

  • Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

    3.86 miles

  • BP

    0.47 miles

  • Exxon

    0.51 miles

  • Mobil

    0.59 miles

  • Valero

    0.61 miles

  • Citgo

    0.66 miles

  • Clark

    0.87 miles

  • Marathon

    1.04 miles

  • Detroit Pistons Performance Center

    2.65 miles

  • Wayne State University - Lot #50

    2.87 miles

  • Wayne State University - Parking Structure #5

    2.87 miles

  • HFHS Employee Parking

    2.13 miles

  • HFHS Guest Parking

    2.15 miles

  • Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion Garage

    2.27 miles

  • HFHS Staff Garge

    2.30 miles

  • HFHS Patient Employee Garage

    2.31 miles

  • F Lot

    2.35 miles

  • HAP Lot C

    2.35 miles

  • HAP Lot A

    2.39 miles

  • HAP Lot B

    2.40 miles

  • 4330 Larkins St Parking

    2.43 miles

  • Town Motel

    1.27 miles

  • Rio Grand Motel

    1.37 miles

  • Pinkinn Motel

    2.16 miles

  • Hotel St. Regis

    2.79 miles

  • Paris Hotel

    3.22 miles

  • The Inn on Ferry Street

    3.26 miles

  • El Moore

    3.43 miles

  • Hostel Detroit

    3.46 miles

  • King's Arms Hotel

    3.68 miles

  • Americas Best Value

    3.68 miles

  • Food Farm Super Market

    0.98 miles

  • Lance's Hometown Supermarket

    1.51 miles

  • Family Foods Superstore

    1.66 miles

  • King Saver Foods

    1.89 miles

  • Zain International Market

    1.91 miles

  • Value Save Food Center

    2.16 miles

  • Save-A-Lot

    2.16 miles

  • Garden Fresh Marketplace

    2.34 miles

  • Save More & Discount

    2.41 miles

  • Grand Price Supermarket

    2.43 miles

Contact Listing Broker
DeVon Jackson

P.A. Commercial

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