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Davison

Davison

Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan

Wayne County 48212

$91,472 Average Value
$82 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

A neighborhood with a history, in the midst of rejuvenation

Less than 2 miles from Interstate 75 and Davison Expressway interchange sits Detroit’s small suburban community of Davison. Dedicated to the same revitalization that the rest of the region is working toward, Davison encourages residents through ongoing rejuvenation and has a bit of a haunted history that locals love to talk about. “Detroit is slowly rebuilding and repopulating to get back to the booming city we all remember it to be,” says Harrison R. Duke, a noted historian in the area who was born and raised in Detroit. He’s lived in the Grandmont neighborhood for the last 30 years. “You’ll see a lot of vacant lots and abandoned buildings, but community boards and associations have been collaborating with the city to revive these areas.” The neighborhood meshes industrial and residential, with the northern third of the neighborhood bringing manufacturing and industry jobs - and the noise and traffic that often accompanies it.

Homes in Detroit's Davison neighborhood are generally priced below $150,000.
Homes in Detroit's Davison neighborhood are generally priced below $150,000.
Davison is known for being a tight-knit neighborhood on Detroit east side.
Davison is known for being a tight-knit neighborhood on Detroit east side.
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Ranch-style and colonial homes for under $100,000

While some streets hold homes that need serious repair, others are starting to see the resurgence that the community is working toward. Bright and vibrant murals grace the sides of buildings while flourishing trees canopy the sidewalks of residential areas, giving the place a lush, green feel. Ranch-style homes sit next to multilevel colonials just as traditional-style homes can be across the street from brick bungalows. The houses have well-kept lawns and backyards with private driveways and detached garages for household vehicles. Home prices range from $20,000 to $120,000, depending on the work a home needs. The median home price is $81,000, down 1% from the previous year.

Bungalow style homes are the most prevalent home type in Detroit's Davison neighborhood.
Bungalow style homes are the most prevalent home type in Detroit's Davison neighborhood.
Mid-century ranch style homes in Davison are generally well-maintained.
Mid-century ranch style homes in Davison are generally well-maintained.
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Building entrepreneurs at Davison Elementary-Middle School

Served by multiple school districts, students can choose from a wide array of schools to achieve their educational goals. As a MicroSociety School, Davison Elementary-Middle School — with a C rating on Niche — encourages students to operate their own businesses. The school also participates in the Scripps National Spelling Bee for the second time since 2019. Pershing High School has an onsite recording studio emphasizing media arts and recording production, and students have already put out two albums. Pershing has a Niche rating of C-minus.

Davison Elementary School in Hamtramck, MI is a National Blue Ribbon School
Davison Elementary School in Hamtramck, MI is a National Blue Ribbon School
Pershing High School offers a space where people can learn and thrive.
Pershing High School offers a space where people can learn and thrive.
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Most residents live within 10 miles of downtown Detroit

Davison is about a mile east of Interstate 75, which puts downtown Detroit around 8 miles away. This is where the nearest 24-hour emergency care center is, at Henry Ford Hospital. Davison’s residential streets are lined with sidewalks, and walkers can access the Detroit public bus system through stops along larger streets like McNichols Road. Detroit Metropolitan Airport is roughly 25 miles away, generally a drive of 30 to 40 minutes.

Recent improvements to Conant-Minnesota Park

“The city and its communities have been working together to rejuvenate and expand area parks to create more recreational options for residents,” says Duke. At Conant-Minnesota Park on Conant, these renovations include new basketball courts, rubber surfacing for playgrounds, sheltered picnic areas and repairs to asphalt and walking trails. Luce-St. Louis Playground also has upcoming remodeling for its walking trails, basketball courts and play areas. The park also offers space for soccer. Nearby, Jayne-Lasky Park covers 65 acres and offers several sports courts, playgrounds and a spray ground. The park is home to the city’s only public putt-putt golf location. Sacred Heart of St. Mary Cemetery is a beloved landmark in the community and sometimes serves as a place of solace for locals looking to escape the city's noise.

There are activities for kids of all ages at Saint Louis-Luce Park in Davison.
There are activities for kids of all ages at Saint Louis-Luce Park in Davison.
Kids can play a game of 2v2 at Jayne-Lasky Park's new basketball court.
Kids can play a game of 2v2 at Jayne-Lasky Park's new basketball court.
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Fusion at Boostan Café and spooky legends at Two Way Inn

Roughly a mile south, Imperial Fresh Market is a go-to for fresh cuts of meat, groceries and everyday essentials. The Two Way Inn is a popular spot to enjoy wine and — spirits. As the oldest bar in Detroit, the Two Way Inn is known to have otherworldly visitors sometimes, but the haunted legends never distract patrons from a good time and good food. In addition to homemade comfort foods, the venue has an onsite game room with pool tables and pinball machines that can be played for free. Known for its smokey burgers and crispy shawarma meals, Boostan Café offers a diner-like vibe with American-Mediterranean fusion recipes.

Boostan Restaurant in Davison is known for its excellent middle eastern dishes.
Boostan Restaurant in Davison is known for its excellent middle eastern dishes.
Make new friends at the Two Way Inn located in Davison.
Make new friends at the Two Way Inn located in Davison.
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Detroit Lions games are a short drive away

With downtown Detroit less than nine miles away, residents of Davison aren’t far from the Detroit Lions action at Ford Field. In spring, residents can head to Midtown to join the Marche Du Nain Rouge, a traditional parade that is said to chase off the Nain, a legendary harbinger of bad luck. To tap into the Motor City’s automotive roots, residents can head downtown for the annual Detroit Auto Show, which brings auto manufacturers from all over the world to showcase the latest in automotive design and technology.

Some higher risk of violent crimes

While Davison’s overall CAP Index crime score is a 6 — not much higher than the national score of 4 — scores for violent crimes are higher than the national average. The neighborhood itself is home to the Detroit Detention Center, which sits between the residential portion of the neighborhood and the industrial sector to the north.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Windsor International

36 min drive

Bus

Nevada & St Louis

Bus

Conant & Davison

Bus

Mcnichols & Healy

Bus

Mcnichols & Buffalo

Bus

Conant & Mcnichols

Bus

Mcnichols & Syracuse

Bus

Mcnichols & Hasse

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Davison US
Homicide 9 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 8 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$100,000
Median Single Family Price
$100,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$82
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Months of Supply
4.80
Median List Price
$114,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,208
Median Year Built
1925
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,286
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,026
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$28,749
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$37,165

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
76.3%
College Graduates
9.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
36.6%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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