Mastering Rehabilitation and Restoration
Whole House Renovation
Staging Dining Room for Re-Sale
This renovation and restoration project focused on the entire ambience, mechanical, and structural integrity of the house. It included outfitting it with a new roof, ceramic tiles in the kitchen, family room, and both bathrooms, and new blinds throughout. The entire interior of the house was painted.
In the kitchen, the existing cabinets were painted with a soft contrasting grey to add class and compliment the new backsplash, countertops, black and stainless-steel appliances, recessed lighting. An island cabinet base was added with the same countertop to create additional seating (via a bar) and storage.
On the exterior, the house and shed were power washed, and the expansive elevated deck received minor repairs and staining.
Modern Kitchen Transformation
Classy & Neutral Color Scheme
A masterclass in Classy Adaptive Renovations and Updates. We purchased and transformed this 4-BD 2-BA Split Foyer Split Layer house into a beautiful home.
This project celebrates our first purchase and renovation as a couple. It sparked the fire to return to Detroit and play a major and impactful role in restoring neighborhoods and communities.
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DEVELOPMENT • RESTORATION • COMMUNITY
LAUNCHING RREDR 2026 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENTprojects
Featuring Socioeconomically Diverse Housing Projects
On February 20, 2026, RREDR launched its PHASE I - Q1 Project with the cash purchase of a single family 3BD/2BA Bungalow in the Grandmont-Rosedale/Brightmoor Subdivision of Detroit, MI, 48223, as the centered of portfolio strategy.
Driveway - Side of House
Back of House
Front of House
Leaning Tree
Stepping into Restoration
FOYER
Living Room
DINING
KITCHEN
BEFORE & AFTER CLEAN-UP
UPSTAIRS - MASTER BEDROOM
PANTRY & LAUNDRY ROOM
Bathroom 1
large family room - BASEMENT
Every inch of the basement will be usable space. It will feature a huge family room with a half bath.
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The utility room will include space for storage, washing, drying, and ironing.
LAUNCHING RREDR Q2 2026 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENTprojects
Q2 GOAL: Acquire four (4) Single Family and two (2) Duplex Housing Units for Rental & Resale Restoration Project within three square miles of Grandmont-Rosedale/Brightmoor Subdivision. Combining integrity with efficient modern systems.
DEVELOPMENT • RESTORATION • COMMUNITY
Rehabbing and Restoring Homes for the Future with Uncompromising Integrity.
At Raines Real Estate Development & Restoration, LLC, (RREDR) our philosophy is rooted in the intersection of rehabilitation and restoration with a modern affordable luxury. We specialize in home and land transformations that honors mechanical and structural l integrity while providing sophistication and comfort required for quality-of-life living.
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RREDR demonstrates that rehabs can increase the value of the homes and properties within the community and the confidence of families seeking to purchase or rent premium homes.
Our meticulous approach ensures every project is a masterpiece of quality and structural excellence.
Guided by Visionary Leadership: President & Vice President
rAINES REAL ESTATE Leadership
The Visionaries Defining Restoration
Jacquelyn R. Raines, MA. M.Ed.
CEO & President
Jacquelyn Raines, CEO & President, is an expert in Detroit’s economic and housing redevelopment sectors with over two decades of experience. Previously, she served as an Executive Board member for key land development non-profits, overseeing significant housing and commercial projects.
Her extensive hands-on background includes partnering with the City of Detroit to successfully rehabilitate and sell multiple homes in her own community. Now, she leads Raines Real Estate Development & Restoration with a focus on affordable and quality housing, neighborhood transformation, and community revitalization.
Jacquelyn's leadership and experience will be vital to identifying investments for the RREDR portfolio and negotiating and structuring strategic partnerships for the firm's multi-property projects.
Cleophus (Cleo) Raines, Jr.
Vice President
Cleophus (Cleo) Raines, Jr., Vice President, is a native Detroiter committed to restoring houses and creating affordable housing in his hometown. Embarking on this journey with his wife, he focuses on establishing a high-performing family business rooted in market competency and risk management.
Cleo will also play a vital role in identifying and assessing Detroit real estate to target for strategic utilization by working class first-time homebuyers and renters. RREDR is eager to partner with private investors, and philanthropic, local and state agencies and organizations to fulfill our common mission.
His dedication to housing restoration and community revitalization ensures every project contributes to the goal of building sustainable, livable spaces in his hometown, Detroit.