Batter Up! The Home of a Past Detroit Tigers Owner Just Hit the Market for $650K
The restored home of Frank Navin, one of baseball's early power brokers, features ornate woodwork, original fireplaces, and a basement vault tied to the history of Navin Field.
Location: 36 Longfellow Street, Detroit, Michigan
Price: $650,000
Year Built: 1905
Footprint: 3,700 square feet (5 beds, 3 baths)
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
From the Agent: "The Frank Navin House is a rare historic estate located in Detroit’s renowned Boston-Edison Historic District. Built in 1906 and once home to Frank Navin, former owner of the Detroit Tigers, this extraordinary residence blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful updates. Original details include stunning woodwork, hewn beams, intricate moldings, grand fireplaces, expansive entertaining spaces, and a unique basement vault tied to the history of Navin Field. Recent improvements include a new boiler, updated radiator valves, replaced basement boiler piping, asbestos removal from boiler lines, and a completely redone sewer line in 2026. Additional highlights include storm windows, a detached two-car garage with a chauffeur’s suite above, and a rare side parcel featuring a fenced yard and private bocce court."
Frank Navin purchased a controlling interest in the Detroit Tigers in 1908 and developed the franchise into one of the top teams of the early 20th century.
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
The renovation preserved historic details like the original woodwork, hewn beams, moldings, fireplaces, and a basement vault referencing the history of Navin Field.
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
The renovation preserved historic details like the original woodwork, hewn beams, moldings, fireplaces, and a basement vault referencing the history of Navin Field.
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
The second floor has two full baths, both of which have been renovated.
Photo by Stylish Detroit
Photo by Stylish Detroit
The home includes an existing attic, with a new sub-panel and plumbing access in place, which could be converted into a bedroom or living space.
Photo by Stylish Detroit
36 Longfellow St in Detroit, Michigan, is currently listed for $650,000 by Adam W Soroka of Christie’s International Real Estate - Detroit.
Categories
Recent Posts
"My job is to find and attract mastery-based agents to the office, protect the culture, and make sure everyone is happy! "
26895 Aliso Creek Rd, B-603, Aliso Viejo, California, 92656, USA