New Commercial Developments Reshape Detroit’s Downtown and Southwest Corridors

Detroit's commercial real estate sector is moving through a period of significant activity, with over 70 real estate projects totaling $5.4 billion currently underway or in the planning stages for the downtown area. These developments, driven by specific demands for office and housing space, are set to influence the city's urban footprint over the next three years.

The Evolution of Hudson's Detroit

Central to this development cycle is the $1.4 billion Hudson's Detroit mixed-use skyscraper located on Woodward Avenue. The site reached a milestone this summer with the opening of its first commercial tenant. Looking ahead, the project is expected to become fully operational by the end of 2025. As part of this transition, General Motors has plans to relocate a portion of its workforce to the skyscraper by late 2025, marking a notable shift in the city's corporate geography.

Expanding Retail in Southwest Detroit

Beyond the downtown core, investment is reaching into Southwest Detroit. A partnership between three developers-Queen Lillian Development, Tekton Development, and Lormax Stern-has been established to construct a new retail strip center. The project is slated for a 6-acre city-owned site and is expected to provide between 35,000 and 40,000 square feet of retail space. According to reports, construction for this development is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2026, with a projected completion date in the spring of 2028.

Upcoming Tech and Entertainment Infrastructure

Bedrock’s strategy also includes further investments near Cadillac Square. Construction on this development, which features the $1.5 billion Cosm Detroit tech and entertainment venue, is set to commence in the second quarter of 2025. If the current timeline holds, the Cosm venue is expected to open its doors to the public in 2026. These projects are part of a broader, multi-year pipeline intended to address existing shortages in office and residential real estate throughout the city center.

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