Building
In the Gaps

Keylight brings new, attainable
homes to Detroit’s vacant lots.

before
after

Delivering
What’s Missing

About 95% of Detroit 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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Opportunity is Everywhere

Detroit has more than 60,000 vacant lots across its neighborhoods.

We make building on them simple.

Learn About Our Process

Home Team Advantage

Building in Detroit comes with unique challenges.
We’ve built our business around solving them.

Building in Detroit comes with unique challenges. We’ve built our business around solving them.

City Construction Pros

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.

Your End-to-End Partner

You’ll work with one dedicated team from design to move-in, committed to your project’s success at every step.

Finally, A Better
Way to Build

Most people walk away from a home build with stories of frustration, not joy.
At Keylight, we designed a process that puts experience first—and stress last.

Faster Move-In

Traditional builds can take over a year to finish. Our off-site modular construction cuts months off the process so you can move in quicker, without the usual delays.

Smarter Choices

Personalizing your home should be fun, not overwhelming. Our curated design packages make every choice simple, stylish, and refreshingly straightforward.

No Surprises

Clear pricing, a dependable timeline, and no hidden scope creep. Off-site construction removes the guesswork so you always know what’s happening and when.

Designed
for Detroit

Right-sized homes built for city lots. Our plans maximize every inch of space while making permitting and site work faster.

Featured Homeplan

The Metro

3
Beds
/
3
Baths
/
1504
sq ft

Bright, open layout with 9-foot ceilings, energy efficient construction, and modern finishes.

A Clear Path to Home

A Clear Path
to Home

Building a home doesn’t need to be complicated.

We guide you through each step.

Start Your Project
Pick Your Lot
Feasibility Study
Personalize & Price
Secure the Lot
Permitting
Construction
Welcome Home

Now Building
In Islandview

We’re actively building on Detroit’s city lots, and the next address could be yours.