The Briggs Mansion, 1925 Tudor style in Detroit, Michigan - $1 Million

The Briggs Mansion for sale in Detroit, Michigan. Built in 1925, Tudor style, designed by Clarence E. Day, incomparable quality and workmanship, 8774 square feet. $1,095,000.

The Briggs Mansion 1925 Tudor style Detroit Michigan - front view

House overview

One of Detroit’s prestigious and historical estates originally built for the former owner’s family of the Detroit Tigers in 1925, Walter Owen “Spike” Briggs Jr. and commonly known as the “Briggs Mansion.”

This handsome Tudor estate was designed by architect Clarence E. Day and shows off 9,000+ square feet and resides in desirable Palmer Woods on almost an acre of expansive lawns.

The grounds feature manicured landscapes, ornate iron light fixtures, trellis covered walkways, limestone brickwork, and marble patios off of the main living rooms.

Architectural features

Affluent details and handcrafted beautifiers were preserved to create attractive living quarters with incomparable quality and workmanship.

Elegant mahogany wood-paneled walls and woodworking of the time-period are evident.
Wood floors throughout the home carry different patterns such as wide plank hardwood, herringbone, and parquet.
Inset stained glass windows cast light from the exteriors of the home.
Grand staircase accenting the two-story foyer and iron railings with a center focal pointed chandelier.
Behind every hand carved woodwork door, your imagination runs wild.

Rooms

Living room with a limestone roaring fireplace is center to entry.
Summer room with Flint Faience tile overlooking the south, west, and north landscape.
Den in pristine shape with fireplace amenities and hidden storage.
Oversized dining room with butler’s pantry to serve as a secondary prep kitchen.
Breakfast room with exterior access to the yard allows for morning coffees.
Primary suite is situated to have multiple dressing areas, sitting rooms, and private studies.

Other floors

Accommodations include 7 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 3 half baths.

The 3rd floor is fully equipped with two beds, 1 bath, cedar closets, and oversized attic space with generous ceiling height large enough for an in-home theater/entertaining room.

Three-car garage with private entry carriage house emphasizing one bed, one bath, living area, and kitchen.

Original plaster work restored to its era and 97-year-old original slate roof reconditioned to its youth.

House details

Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 9
Interior area: 8.774 sqft
Lot size: 0.77 Acres
Year built: 1925
Style: Tudor
State: Michigan
Price: $1,095,000
Photos and info: Zillow
Contact: Stetson R Jarbo, @properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
- Tel: (248) 850-8632
- Email: stetsonjarbo@atproperties.com
Address: 1701 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI 48203