Built in 1921, 1405 Balmoral is Palmer Woods’ only Dutch Colonial Revival home, but its true charm lies in its exceptional gardens and historic Lord & Burnham conservatory. Meticulously restored in 2021, the conservatory features a Pewabic-tiled fishpond, rainwater collection system, and classic quarry-tile flooring. The front garden, once famed for its thousands of tulips and daffodils, has been revived in a lush Edwardian style. A reconstructed 60-foot pergola leads to a whimsical stumpery garden, blending heritage and horticultural creativity. This home is a living testament to Detroit’s garden legacy, lovingly cultivated for a new generation.

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A true gardener’s paradise, 1370 Balmoral is a 1929 Tudor surrounded by a lush, homeowner-designed landscape. This “Hosta Lover’s Dream” features five unique varieties that frame ever-changing beds of begonias, lilies, tulips, coneflowers, and more. The passionate gardener—known for reviving wilted blooms and sharing plants with neighbors—tends the entire property herself, creating a vibrant display from spring through fall. Thoughtful use of pots, shade, and sun ensures continuous color and texture. While the historic home boasts original stained glass and carved walnut, it’s the lovingly cultivated garden that steals the show at this Palmer Woods gem.

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Built in 1928 for automotive executive Clarence Tollzien, this Tudor Revival gem blends historic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Designed by Lewis C. Miller, the home features original leaded glass, plasterwork, Pewabic tile, and an imaginative turret entry. The current owners have meticulously restored the interior—including a custom kitchen and eclectic art-filled spaces—and transformed the once-neglected yard into a sustainable, English-inspired garden. Highlights include a koi pond, raised vegetable beds, native perennials, a 2020 rain garden, and stormwater-fed cistern. With its architectural integrity and vibrant landscaping, this home beautifully bridges past and present in Palmer Woods.

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Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1955, the Turkel House is the only two-story Usonian Automatic ever built and his only structure in Detroit. Constructed from over 36 types of precast concrete blocks, the home reflects Wright’s vision of integrating architecture with nature. Its lush gardens—installed a decade ago—feature Michigan-native plants, sculptures, and prairie-style landscaping that softens the home’s geometric lines. Designed by Richard Hass and maintained by Tuzinowski Landscape, the grounds create a tranquil oasis, muffling city noise and enhancing Wright’s signature harmony between indoor and outdoor spaces. Visitors are encouraged to explore and enjoy.

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