1550 Cherboneau Pl

Cherboneau Place is a midcentury, low-rise cooperative in Detroit’s Lafayette Park neighborhood, completed in 1963 and primarily composed of one-bedroom units. The complex reflects the era’s functionalist residential design with modest brick and masonry façades, simple lines, and an emphasis on communal outdoor grounds. Interiors typically include practical layouts with pantry space, elevator access, and provisions for cable and internet; some units retain vintage kitchen cabinetry and hardwood or laminate flooring. Common areas are substantial for a building of this scale: a community room, library/lounge, exercise room, workshop/wood shop, on-site laundry, and private storage in the basement. Exterior features include gated parking, maintained grounds with lighting, and private entrances for portions of the property. The co-op is financially organized with HOA dues covering property taxes, heat, water, trash, AC maintenance and building insurance/maintenance; occupancy rules emphasize owner-occupancy, require co-op approval for purchases, and disallow pets and investor ownership. Located within the National Historic Landmark Lafayette Park district, the property places residents within walking distance of the Dequindre Cut Greenway, Eastern Market, the Riverwalk and downtown sports and entertainment venues, supporting a highly walkable, transit-accessible urban lifestyle.