[Paladin2]

I say that many of the buildings are just multi-story factory space. No redeeming architectural (or at this point, structural) value.

Not really all that different from the old mills of New England (including Old Town Canoe).

[Cementjungle]

I say that many of the buildings are just multi-story factory space. No redeeming architectural (or at this point, structural) value.

Perhaps, but keep in mind that location is everything. Detroit is bound to become one of the hottest tourist destinations any day now.