The
Villages CDC, a non-profit
comprised of nine of Detroit’s East Side neighborhoods,
will host a "Lonely Homes" Tour of about four bank-owned properties in Indian Village and West Village on
Sunday, June 14, from 1-5 p.m.
"The Villages CDC is pretty active in trying to take a hands-on approach, taking an active stance in trying to promote the neighborhood," says Joy Santiago, the Realtor who will be leading the tour. "In addition to just touring houses that are vacant, we're trying to give an idea of the neighborhood."
The tour will feature Villages residents with experience in rehabbing bank owned homes, as well as experienced contractors that can answer technical questions about rehabs. Participants
may ride in a tour vehicle or follow
in their own car.
The Villages CDC also was recently awarded a grant of over $9,000 from the Vacant Property Campaign to go towards installing solar powered lighting, dumpsters,
security camera networks, reducing blight and improving curb appeal. "This helps keep homes from being stripped of plumbing and electrical fixtures and helps preserve their value," says Santiago.
Space is limited on the tours, so reserve a spot at
[email protected]. Tickets will be available for pick-up at Detroit Waldorf, 2555 Burns.
Sources: Kirsten Ussery and Joy Santiago, The Villages CDC
Writer: Kelli B. Kavanaugh
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