Eyesore of the week

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Property: 323 N. Sycamore St., Lansing Owner: Ingham County Land Bank

While this house needs significant repair, it is ideally located on a street composed of beautiful homes. No doubt, its continued deteriorated state is a source of exasperation to the nearby owners, particularly those of the elaborate brick homes to the south.

Sitting on a well-tended lot, this building could be obtained for a reasonable sum. A savvy buyer might be able to capitalize on the value of the surrounding homes and own the least expensive house on the block, even after the necessary upgrades.

Proposed modifications for this house would usually include restoring the front porch. Alternately, the design shown above retains the existing sense of enclosure, while recalling the rhythm and scale of the original porch.

“Eyesore of the Week” is our look at some of the seedier properties in Lansing. It rotates each week with Eye Candy of the Week. If you have a suggestion, please e-mail eye@lansingcitypulse.com or call Berl Schwartz at 999-5061.

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