MI Wow House: Japanese-Style 'Pagoda House' Sits On Detroit River

Inside the home, you'll also find an elegant interior featuring gold leaf koi and dragon motifs and much more.

Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff

Posted Sat, Oct 21, 2023 at 11:25 pm ET

GROSSE ILE, MI — This Japanese-style "Pagoda House" in Grosse Ile sits on the Detroit River and is listed for $749,000.

The 10,000 square foot house, located at 20653 West River Road, features three bedrooms and three bathrooms and comes with nearly 2 acres of land.

Inside the house, you'll also find an elegant interior featuring gold leaf koi and dragon motifs, vaulted ceilings, unique paint colors and tiling and a mahogany-paneled library with a natural fireplace.

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The home also has an on-site horse barn and two indoor boat wells providing easy access to boats for any enthusiasts of fishing and water activities.

The home was originally built by Ford Motor Company in 1939 as a place to use to entertain the company's executives and their families, according to the listing.

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"The Ford Waterfront Estate isn't just a property; it's an extraordinary journey through time, offering a rare blend of luxury, security, and historical significance," according to the listing.