The Detroit mansion once owned by Motown Records founder Berry Gordy is again for sale.
Agent Deborah Smith of Keller Williams Reality tells The Associated Press the roughly 10,000-square-foot Italian Renaissance Revival home was listed Tuesday for about $1.3 million.The 10-bedroom home in the historic Boston-Edison neighborhood is a two-mile drive from Motown’s original home.
Owner Cynthia Reaves, who MLive.com reports bought the house in 2001 from Gordy, originally listed it in 2010 for about $1.4 million. Smith said the “market was a little depressed” and “wasn’t ready” for the home.
Smith said she’s fielded “a lot of inquiries from potential buyers.”
The home was built in 1917 by a lumber magnate. Gordy bought what became known as the “Motown Mansion” in 1967 and lived there a few years before moving to Los Angeles.
About the home:
Own a part of Detroit history! The former Berry Gordy, Jr Motown Mansion has undergone an award-winning restoration by its current owner. Built in 1929 and situated on a lush 2.2 acre lot, this Italian Renaissance Revival mansion is an architectural marvel. Property includes a 10,500 sq ft primary residence and adjoining 4,400 sq ft pool house. The main residence boasts 10 bedrooms, 5 full and 4 half baths plus 4 fireplaces. Living room spans the west side of the main floor and features Black walnut paneling and wood floors. Adjacent Sun Room with 5 French Doors, tiled and carpeted floor and hand crafted fountain. First floor library adorned in Quarter Sawn Oak paneling with Teak wood flooring. Formal dining room with marble floor and stained glass windows. Updated kitchen is a chef’s dream with granite counters, ceramic floor with granite inlay. Built-in stainless steel appliances included. Too much to list! Schedule your private showing today! Property sold “As Is”
