Nikhil Jain

If you are thinking about selling your home in Detroit, you have likely asked yourself: Is it a good time to sell? The answer is yes, but the strategy for how to sell the house fast has fundamentally changed. The pandemic-era frenzy where homes sold in 48 hours for $30,000 over asking is officially behind us. In 2026, the Detroit real estate market is balancing out. While the median home price in the city recently stabilized solidly above the historic $100,000–$110,000 threshold (and the...

Detroit is famous nationwide for its gorgeous historic neighborhoods like Boston-Edison, Indian Village, and the University District. While original hardwood floors, Pewabic tile, and intricate historic woodwork are stunning, buying an older home comes with unique infrastructural risks. When looking at historic homes in Detroit, your standard home inspection is not enough. You must also budget for specialized inspections: The Sewer Line (The $10,000 Risk): Detroit relies on an aging, combined...

One of the biggest financial shocks for home buyers in Detroit is the property tax bill. Detroit has historically had some of the highest property tax millage rates in Michigan. Furthermore, due to a state law known as "uncapping," the taxes the previous owner paid have almost nothing to do with what you will pay. When homes in Detroit are sold, the taxable value "uncaps" to reflect the current market value. While existing owners are protected by a state cap that limits tax hikes to roughly...