Positioned along a hard corner of Harper, Chalmers, Hayes, and the I-94 Service Drive, this commercial site spans approximately 1 acre and zoned B4 (General Business District), allowing for a wide range of retail, office, service, and mixed-use development options. Whether you're an investor or developer, this location offers exceptional potential for new construction in a prime, active, and highly accessible location of Detroit’s east side.
Neighborhood: Outer Drive-Hayes, East English Village / Chandler Park area
Traffic Counts: Strong daily volume along Harper Avenue
Transit Access: Bus routes, public transit, and major arterial roads nearby
Demographics: Dense residential population with demand for local services and neighborhood businesses
Zoning: B4 General Business — ideal for retail, office, restaurant, and service uses; conditional uses include drive-thrus, auto services, and multifamily
Lot Size: Approximately 1 acre across multiple parcels
Visibility: Excellent frontage on Harper Avenue with strong vehicular traffic
Access: Convenient proximity to I-94, Outer Drive, and Chandler Park Drive
Utilities: Public water, sewer, and electric available
Nearby Anchors: National retailers, local businesses, schools, and residential neighborhoods
This site is well-suited for:
Retail strip center or pad site
Medical or professional office complex
Restaurant or drive-thru concept
Auto-related services or showroom
Mixed-use development with residential above commercial
With Detroit’s continued investment in neighborhood revitalization and corridor improvement, Harper Avenue is poised for growth. This property offers a rare chance to secure a sizable footprint in a transitioning area with long-term upside.
Joe Gruber
Carol Bollo & Associates
