444 W Willis St

Willys Overland Lofts is a historic adaptive‑reuse condominium complex in Midtown Detroit, originally built in 1912 and converted to loft residences. The mid‑rise building preserves industrial character with exposed concrete martini columns, tall factory‑style windows, vaulted and lofted ceiling heights, and a mix of polished concrete and hardwood flooring. Units are primarily two‑bedroom lofts (with some one‑bedroom and larger combined penthouse layouts in the stock of listings) featuring open-plan living, sizable balconies or terraces, sizable walk‑in closets, and in‑unit laundry. Kitchens and baths typically show contemporary updates — quartz or granite counters, island work surfaces, stainless appliances and modern plumbing fixtures — while a number of homes retain bespoke elements such as sliding barn doors and custom built‑ins. Common areas include an elevator, temperature‑controlled garage parking, gated outdoor parking, shared rooftop terrace and landscaped ground courtyards; the building offers secure entry, lighting and grounds maintenance. Exterior traits include awnings, private entrances at select units and balcony access for many homes. The property participates in Detroit’s NEZ rehabilitation tax abatement program for reduced property taxes. Located at the heart of Midtown, the building sits within a highly walkable district of restaurants, shops, cultural institutions, universities and medical centers, with transit access nearby and short drives to downtown freeways.