4445 Lawton, Detroit, Michigan
ADDRESS
4445 Lawton Street
Detroit, Michigan 48208
TYPE
SD-2 Zoned Vacant Land
SIZE
203,452.2 Total SF
4.67 Acres
Availability
For Sale, Lease, or Built-to-Suit
4445 Lawton
ProVisions, LLC is pleased to present 4.67 acres positioned in the heart of Detroit’s rapidly evolving Core City neighborhood, 4445 Lawton presents a rare development opportunity in one of the city’s most design-forward and culturally active districts. Surrounded by acclaimed destinations such as Prince Concepts’ The Caterpillar, True North, and The Canopy, and just steps from popular establishments like Barda, Puma, and Prince Café, the site benefits from a dynamic blend of hospitality, residential, and creative energy that continues to attract local and national attention.
The property is zoned SD-2 (Special Development District), a forward-thinking designation designed to accelerate high-density, mixed-use development. This zoning allows for increased building heights of up to 60 feet, reduced parking requirements, and streamlined by-right approvals—significantly lowering entitlement risk and development timelines. Additionally, the absence of alcohol spacing restrictions provides enhanced flexibility for restaurant, entertainment, and experiential concepts.
With due diligence materials in place and key predevelopment steps already completed, 4445 Lawton is a true shovel-ready site—offering developers and investors the ability to move immediately from concept to construction. Whether envisioned as a mixed-use destination, residential community, or hospitality-driven project, the property is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the continued growth and momentum of Core City.
Key Development Advantages:
- Reduced parking requirements
- No Alcohol Spacing Requirements – beneficial for entertainment or restaurant-heavy developments
- Pedestrian-Oriented and Transit-Friendly
- Encouraged Mixed Use of Residential, Business, and Office Uses
- Higher-Density and Height Allowance- up to 60 feet for mixed-use developments
- Faster Approval Process with a wide range of “by-right” uses
Conceptual Developments
Special Development District Uses:
- Retail, Restaurant, Brewpub or Microbrewery
- Recreation, indoor commercial and health club
- Medical or Dental Clinic, Physical Therapy, etc.
- Light Manufacturing: Printing, Jewelry, Confection
- Assisted Living
- Religious Residential
- Multi-Family Dwellings
- Mixed-Use Development Concepts




Property Information
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| TYPE OF PROPERTY | Vacant Land |
| ADDRESS | 4445 Lawton St., Detroit Michigan, 48208 |
| LAND AREA SIZE | 4.67 Acres |
| TYPE OF TERRAIN | Flat/Minimal Grade |
| LOCATION | Core City Neighborhood |
| TAXES | Summer: $6,121 | Winter: $742 |
| ROADS | Paved |
| SITE SPECS | Close proximity to I-96, I 94, I 75 and M 10, less than 4 miles away from the Ambassador Bridge |
| LOCATION | W LAWTON 41 THRU 50; 55 THR 58 & VAC ALLEY ADJ RESUB OL 8 PC 729 L6 P24 PLATS, WCR 12/60 TH PT OF OL 9 BETW LAWTON & MAYBURY GRAND PLAT OF REAR CONC PC 729 L99 P402 DEEDS, WCR 12/160 204,694 SQ FT |
PROPOSED ZONING – SD2
- Reduced parking requirements
- No alcohol spacing requirements – beneficial for entertainment or restaurant-heavy developments
- Pedestrian-Oriented and Transit-Friendly
- Encouraged Mix-Use of Residential, Business, and Office Uses
- Higher-Density and Height Allowance (up to 60 feet for Mixed-use Developments)
- Wide Range of “By-Right” Uses
SD2 Zoning also allows for a various of other uses. Click here SD2 Zoning for more info.
Uses may include:
- Retail, Restaurant, Brewpub or Microbrewery
- Recreation, indoor commercial and health club
- Medical or Dental Clinic, Physical Therapy, etc.
- Light Manufacturing (Printing, Jewelry, Confection)
- Assisted Living
- Religious Residential
- Multi-Family Dwellings
- Mixed-Use Development Concepts









