Summary:
Located in the Aurora Building, this apartment is in a prime location in Brush Park. Walk to Midtown, downtown Detroit, Little Caesar's Arena, Ford Field, Comerica Park, Wayne State, DMC Hospital, Whole Foods. Free street parking.
The Building:
Welcome to the Aurora, a charming and historic building located in the heart of Brush Park, downtown Detroit. Originally built in 1908, the Aurora is a testament to the city's rich history, featuring original hardwood floors, tiled fireplaces, ornate woodwork, and unique lead glass windows.
Recently renovated, the Aurora now consists of six units that seamlessly blend modern amenities with the building's historic character. Choose from one or multiple units depending on your travel needs. And if you're traveling with a group, you can even book the entire building for the ultimate Brush Park experience. Check out all our units in our profile.
Apartment 3:
Welcome to our stylish 1BR apartment located on the second floor of the historic Aurora building in Brush Park, Detroit. Designed with young professionals in mind, this unit features an inviting mid-century modern decor, boasting comfortable furniture and unique local artwork sourced from talented Detroit artists.
Enjoy the abundance of natural light flowing through the large bay windows that perfectly illuminate the 100-year-old original hardwood floors, exposed brick, and the elegant fireplace which add to the charm and history of this building.
Unwind in the cozy living room while watching your favorite shows on the 50” smart TV or choose a book from our curated selection. For those in need of a place to work remotely, the large bedroom features a mid-century modern desk and chair with our reliable mesh internet system.
Take advantage of our fully renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances which include a dishwasher, full-size fridge, and a stocked coffee cart. Gather around the dining table with seating for four to enjoy your meals or drinks.
Please note that this unit is located on the second floor and is accessed via stairs. Guests should also anticipate small step ups within the unit between the living spaces, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom, as the building maintains its historic character.
Rest and recharge in the comfortable queen-sized bed with pillow-topped mattress in the large bedroom, which also features a dresser and a garment rack with a garment steamer. The living room sofa folds out to a twin sleeper, providing an additional sleeping option.
Our prime location in Brush Park puts you within walking distance of Detroit's famous sports arenas, trendy restaurants, bars, and nightlife, making it perfect for those in town for a date night, sports events, or a night out. It's also an ideal spot for business travelers, with its proximity to work locations in downtown Detroit.
Come experience the ultimate combination of charm, comfort, and convenience at our Brush Park Oasis.
Please note: While there are no recording devices in the unit, we do use a noise monitoring device to limit excessive noise and discourage parties. Lastly, this unit overlooks a neighboring building that currently needs some TLC. While we hope to see it once again thrive, we can't control the state of the neighboring building. It doesn't take away from the uniqueness of our space.
Parking:
There is free street parking on Erskine St. It is public parking, so it's first come, first serve. Also, as in any urban setting, we highly recommend making sure your car is locked and any valuables are out of sight. We are not responsible for any loss or damage to the vehicle or its contents. There is additional street parking on surrounding residential streets and paid parking at the SOMA Parking Garage at 81 Erskine St.
Guests may also access the common areas including: front porch, stairway, and basement. The basement includes a washer and dryer available to all of the units.
Neighborhood:
There is so much to do and see right outside your door! The Aurora is located in a prime spot to experience everything that Detroit has to offer! Just across the street is Chili, Mustard Onions, a vegan take on Coney Island. Grab a coffee, cocktail, snack or other essentials at the Bodega Market just a few blocks a way. Head down Erksine St. to to explore all of the award winning bars, restaurants and shops that the Brush Park and Midtown neighborhoods have to offer. Walk over to Comerica Park, Ford Field, or Little Caesar’s Arena to catch a game or concert!
Walk to...
*Little Caesar’s Arena .5 miles
*Comerica Park. .5 miles
*Ford Field .5 miles
*Fox Theater .8 miles
*Masonic Temple .7 miles
*Eastern Market. .7 miles
*Midtown .3 miles
*DMC Hospital .6 miles
*Whole Foods .4 miles
*Detroit Institute of Arts. 1.1 miles
*Wayne State University .3 miles
*Campus Martius 1.2 miles
The booming Brush Park area is continuing to grow, so there will most likely be construction nearby; however, the construction noise is minimal from within the Aurora. We hope you’re excited as we are to see the area thrive!
Transit:
Listing Transit:
The public transit options near the Aurora include the following:
Bus: The nearest bus stop is the Woodward & Watson stop, which is about a 5-minute walk away. Several bus routes, including Route 53, Route 450, and Route 460, stop at this location.
QLINE: The QLINE is a streetcar system that runs along Woodward Ave. The nearest QLINE station to the Aurora is the Ferry Street Station, which is approximately a 10-minute walk away.
MoGo: MoGo is a bike-sharing program in Detroit, with several bike stations located throughout the city. The nearest MoGo station is the Forest & Woodward station, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Ride-sharing services: Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are also widely available in Detroit, and can be accessed from anywhere in the city.
Overall, there are several public transit options near the Aurora, making it easy to get around the city without a car.
Check in/Check out
Check in starts at 4pm. We offer a check in window (4pm-10pm). You will be sent a unique door code prior to your arrival. Check out is at 10am. There are no exceptions unless arrangements have been made at the time of the booking and are taken on a case by case basis. Additionally, there will be an additional $100/hr fee for every hour after checkout time.
Occupancy
The guest who booked the unit must be present at check in. The total number of guests in your reservation applies to anyone staying overnight. Reservations with more guests than what was booked for will either be charged for the additional number of guests at that time, or your booking will be canceled immediately without refund.
Gatherings
While we want our guests to have a wonderful time during their stay in Detroit, we strongly enforce a “No Party” policy. Reservations that intend to have loud music, heavy drinking or excessive noise will not be allowed and will be canceled immediately without refund.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are from 11pm-8am. We appreciate you respecting neighboring guests. There are non-recording noise detectors within the unit that will alert the host if the set threshold is exceeded. If noise becomes an issue during your reservation, we will ask once for things to quiet down and will escalate to resolve the issue as necessary beyond that.
Smoking
Smoking of any kind, including vaping, is not allowed in the unit. There will be a minimum $250 penalty fee if it is determined that there was smoking in your unit during your stay.
Minimum Age
The minimum age of guests booking the unit is 21+ years.
Damage and Incidentals
Please treat our unit as if it were your own and leave the space as you found it. You, as the booking guest, are responsible for any incidentals, damage or missing items caused by yourself or any one of your guests accessing the listing during your stay.
Security
For security purposes there are video recording cameras in the common areas of the building including the front porch, interior stairway landings, and on the building exterior. There are no recording devices within the units.
We require a signed rental agreement prior to providing check in information. Refusal to sign will result in canceled booking.
