19391 Suffolk Drive
Detroit, MI 48203

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Step into timeless elegance at 19391 Suffolk Drive, a distinguished 1929 Tudor Revival residence in Detroit's coveted Palmer Woods neighborhood. Designed by architect R. Arthur Bailey, this stately home features a richly detailed red brick exterior with limestone surrounds, emblematic carvings, heraldic stone accents, and stunning leaded glass windows—hallmarks of its era and craftsmanship.Inside, you'll find exquisite architectural elements including original woodwork, ornate plaster ceilings, marble base trim, and a grand foyer with marble flooring. A sweeping staircase with brass spindles leads to a beautifully paneled library, perfect for quiet study or entertaining. The second floor features five spacious bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The third floor features a large flex space suitable for a media room or playroom, a walk-in cedar closet, and three additional bedrooms with two full bathrooms.The expansive basement offers a classic English-style pub bar, billiards room, terrazzo-floored great room, home gym, sauna, jacuzzi, and potential wine cellar. Outside, the grounds include a winding driveway, mature landscaping, a four-car garage, and a private swimming pool.Rich in history, the home was once owned by Marvin E. Coyle, who rose through the ranks at Chevrolet to become its president in 1936; Fred Sanders Jr., son of the founder of Sanders Confectionery; and Lawrence and Judith Doss. Lawrence was a founder and president of New Detroit, Inc., while Judith was a chemist and later director of medical services for Exxon Mobil. She carried on Lawrence's legacy through the Lawrence P. Doss Scholarship Foundation.Palmer Woods offers private security and road snow removal through its special assessment district. Convenient to Downtown Detroit, Ferndale, Birmingham, Palmer Park, Detroit Golf Club, and the Livernois commercial district. NEZ-H property tax abatement eligible.

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Single Family Home
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Wayne County
• Zip Code: 48203
• Year Built: 1928
• School District: Detroit
• Sq.Ft.: 12,580 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 26
• Bedrooms: 8
• Full Baths: 8
• Half Baths: 4
• Basement: Partial, Yes
• Garage: Attached, 4 Car
• Fireplace: Living Room
• Lot Size: 0.52 acres
• Baths: 12
• Pool or Spa: Outdoor, In Ground
• Additional Items: Basement Partially Finished
• Association: Yes
• Association Amenities: Security
• Basement Full Baths: 3
• Bathroom 1: 4 x 8, Level-Main
• Bathroom 2: 7 x 3, Level-Main
• Bathroom 3: 8 x 15, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 4: 9 x 7, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 5: 8 x 13, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 2: 20 x 15, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 3: 13 x 16, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 4: 17 x 25, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 5: 16 x 18, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 6: 16 x 16, Level-Upper
• Bonus Room: 17 x 22, Level-Basement, 12 x 16
• Building Area Total: 9816
• Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
• Cross Street: 7 Mile and Woodward Avenue
• Dining Area: 11 x 12, Level-Main
• Dining Room: 22 x 17, Level-Main
• Directions: Head south on Woodward Avenue from 7?Mile. Turn right (west) onto Wellesley. Mile. Continue west on Wellesley to Suffolk Drive, then turn left onto Suffolk.
• Game Room: 26 x 33, Level-Upper, 26 x 19, Level-Basement
• Great Room: 35 x 26, Level-Main, 29 x 36, Level-Basement
• Heat Source: Natural Gas
• Heating: Steam
• Homestead%: 100
• Interior Features: Basement Partially Finished
• Kitchen: 24 x 16, Level-Main
• Laundry: 9 x 10, Level-Main
• Laundry Features: Main Level
• Living Room: 15 x 22, Level-Main, 13 x 9
• Lot Size Area: 0.52
• Lot Size Square Feet: 22651.2
• Lot Size Units: Acres
• MLS Area Major: Wayne County - 100
• MLS Area Minor: Wayne County - 100
• Main Full Baths: 2
• Main Type: Residential
• Other: 5 x 9, Level-Main
• Parcel Number: W02I004838S001
• Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
• Primary Bathroom: 19 x 15, Level-Upper
• Primary Bedroom: 19 x 26, Level-Upper
• Road Frontage: 160
• Roof: Slate
• SEV: 961500
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Spec Assessment Type: 495
• Street Type: Paved
• Tax Annual Amount: 14183
• Tax Legal Description: W SUFFOLK DRIVE 179 AND THAT PT OF 171 DESC AS BEG AT N E COR TH SLY ALG E LINE 15.6 FT TH S 73D 51M 30S W 97.2 FT TH SLY AT RA 3 FT TH WLY 41.2 FT TO W LINE TH NLY 34.2 FT TO NW COR TH ELY ALG N LINE 154.1 FT TO P O B PALMER WOODS SUB L32 P16 PLATS, W C R 2/140 150.6 IRREG
• Total Baths Above Grade: 9
• Total Beds Above Grade: 8
• Total Rooms AG: 22
• Upper Bedrooms: 8
• Upper Full Baths: 7
• Utility Room: 10 x 7, Level-Main
• Water Heater: Natural Gas
• Water Source: Public