This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!
16255 Lilac Street
Detroit, MI 48221
- Units Available
- 1 Units Available
- Price
- Starting at $1,394
Last updated February 9 2026 at 2:56 AM
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Obama Building
Property highlights
Nestled in the heart of Detroit's historic Old Redford neighborhood, The Obama Building invites you to experience a community brimming with cultural vibrancy and convenience. Just steps away from local arts venues and an abundance of restaurants, schools, and parks, residents are perfectly positioned to engage with the pulse of Detroit life. The building integrates its own cultural flair with local art displays, fostering a unique living environment. Amenities such as air conditioning and on-site laundry ensure a comfortable lifestyle, supported by positive reviews noting the property's strong sense of community enhanced by its mixed-use retail spaces. Managed by the highly lauded Beztak group adds an extra layer of quality and trust to this distinctive urban living experience.
- 1 unit available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 22000 Grand River Avenue, Detroit MI 48219, Old Redford
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Air conditioning, and Internet access
- Price range
- $840 - $840 per month
- Commute
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- On-Site Laundry
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- Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
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- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
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- On-Site Laundry
- Parking
- Internet Access
This property is managed by Beztak, 2025 recipient of the US Best Managed Companies for the sixth year in a row, sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. Call and let us tell you why!Welcome to The Obama in Detroit’s New Center, featuring modern rental apartments located in the heart of an international city, in a neighborhood of professional institutions and cultural gems. With its walkability and access to public transportation and major expressways, The Obama is home to long-term Detroiters, new residents, and visitors.
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Explore the Area
- Old Redford Food Center0.1 mi
- Meijer0.4 mi
- International African Grocery1.2 mi
- Apollo Market1.3 mi
- Glory Super Market1.3 mi
- Motor City Java House0.1 mi
- McDonald's0.1 mi
- Wendy's0.1 mi
- Wendy's0.1 mi
- KFC0.2 mi
- 0.1 miOld Redford Academy - Elementary — Charter, K-5, 1,200 students, 0.1 miles away,GreatSchools rating 3 out of 10.
- 0.9 miDetroit Service Learning Academy — Charter, K-8, 987 students, 0.9 miles away,GreatSchools rating 2 out of 10.
- 0.9 miLudington Magnet Middle School — Public, 5-8, 359 students, 0.9 miles away,GreatSchools rating 2 out of 10.
- 1.2 miWright Charles School — Public, K-4, 458 students, 1.2 miles away,GreatSchools rating 8 out of 10.
- 1.3 miEmerson Elementary-Middle School — Public, K-8, 567 students, 1.3 miles away,GreatSchools rating 4 out of 10.
- Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
- Hope Playground0.5 mi
- Rouge Valley Parkway0.6 mi
- Margareta Park0.6 mi
- Reid Park0.7 mi
- Riordan Playground0.8 mi
- Westcott Veterinary Care Center1.4 mi
- Alpha K92.1 mi
- Strong Veterinary Hospital4.1 mi
- Chap's Feeds4.1 mi
- Tropical Fish4.3 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 79 — Very Walkable, with shops and services easily within reach.Transit Score: 53 — Offers reasonable public transit options nearby.Public Transit Access
The Old Redford area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 11 nearby routes: 11 bus, 0 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Grand River / Lahser (WB) (~0.01 mi)
- Grand River / Lahser (EB) (~0.06 mi)
- Grand River / Burgess (WB) (~0.14 mi)
- Grand River / Cooley (WB) (~0.19 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Obama Building has a unit available for $840 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for more information on this unit.
In Detroit, MI, the average rent is $1,240 for a studio, $1,539 for a 1-bedroom, $1,822 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,424 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Detroit, MI, check out our monthly Detroit, MI Rent Report.
Some of Obama Building's amenities include on-site laundry, dishwasher, and parking. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
Obama Building is not currently offering any rent specials.
No, Obama Building is not pet-friendly. If you're looking for rentals that allow pets, check out pet-friendly listings in Detroit.
Yes, Obama Building offers parking.
No, Obama Building does not offer units with in unit laundry.
No, Obama Building does not have a pool.
No, Obama Building does not have accessible units.
Yes, Obama Building has units with dishwashers.