525 W Lafayette Blvd

Fort Shelby Residences is a historic 21–22 story former grand hotel in downtown Detroit, repurposed into condominium residences while retaining early 20th-century architectural character. Completed in 1918 and associated with architect Albert Kahn, the tower contains one- to three-bedroom plans spread across multiple floor plates, including larger penthouse footprints and corner units with multi-aspect window exposure. Interiors marry period bones with contemporary finishes: wide-plank and hardwood floors, quartz and stone counters, stainless steel appliances, travertine or stone-tiled baths, walk-in closets and in-unit laundry in many homes. Building services and communal spaces emphasize a hotel-style living experience — a private residential lobby and elevator bank, 24/7 concierge and doorman, valet parking with assigned spaces, on-site restaurant, bar and coffee shop, a full-service fitness center, storage rooms and event/ballroom spaces. Exterior traits include balconies on select units, landscaped grounds, awnings and lighting that frame street presence near Campus Martius and the Detroit Riverwalk. Practical systems include elevator access throughout, high-speed internet availability and programmable thermostats; the association covers utilities such as gas and water in its common charges. The property participates in a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone tax abatement through 2033, and the location offers highly walkable downtown amenities, cultural venues, sports arenas and transit links like the Q-Line.