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UM regents sign off on 40-year lease for new apartment tower in Detroit Credit: Courtesy of Olympia Development of Michigan/Related Cos.A rendering of a proposed residential tower slated to go at 2205 Cass Ave. next to the under-construction University of Michigan Center for Innovation. With no discussion or questions about the project, the University of…

Family-oriented affordable housing breaks ground in Detroit’s Islandview neighborhood Credit: Christian Hurttienne ArchitectsA rendering of The Preston Townhomes affordable housing under construction in Detroit’s Islandview neighborhood. Construction is underway for new family-oriented affordable townhomes in Detroit’s Islandview neighborhood. The Preston Townhomes, expected to open to renters in September 2026, will offer 31 units of two-…

Motel-to-apartment conversions offer housing solutions in metro Detroit Credit: CoStar Group Inc.The former Motorama Motel in Ferndale has been turned from a 60-room motel into 36 apartments. It sold in May to a new owner. Some developers locally and around the nation have looked at giving motels the residential treatment with affordable units and even…

UM plans larger residential tower for downtown Detroit campus Credit: Courtesy of Olympia Development of Michigan/Related Cos.A rendering of a proposed residential tower slated to go at 2205 Cass Ave. next to the under-construction University of Michigan Center for Innovation. The University of Michigan board is expected to consider a measure related to a new…