About 95% of Detroit's single-family homes were built before 1980.
Leaving buyers stuck choosing between bad flips, costly fixer-uppers, or the rare new build that few can afford.
Keylight was founded to change that, with modern homes built faster, and at prices that make ownership possible.
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Building in Detroit comes with unique challenges. We’ve built our business around solving them.
City-Lot Specialists
We know where you can build, what to avoid, and how to get permits, utilities, and inspections without delays.
Detroit Land Bank Guides
Need a lot? We help you navigate the DLBA purchase process to secure the right build site for your future home.
End-to-End Service
You’ll work with one dedicated team from design to move-in, committed to your project’s success at every step.
Our homes are thoughtfully sized for city living and feature contemporary designs with energy-efficient systems.
Built using modern off-site construction, they offer greater precision, faster move-in, and lasting quality you can trust.
As a locally-based company, we’re driven by a belief in Detroit’s resurgence, and we’re committed to building homes that help our neighborhoods grow stronger and more connected. Every home we build is designed for the future—energy-efficient, durable, and rooted in long-term community impact, guided by three key principles:
We use advanced off-site construction methods to deliver homes faster, with greater precision and consistently higher quality.
Our homes are built for ownership and priced to be within reach, giving more people the chance to plant roots and invest in Detroit’s future.
We work with local organizations and city partners to strengthen neighborhoods and support Detroit’s revitalization.
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