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A vibrant southwest Detroit neighborhood bounded by the Interstate and the river
Industry is at the heart of Detroit’s Delray neighborhood. Tucked between the Detroit River and Interstate 75, Delray provides its truckers with easy interstate access and its residents with access to nearby parks like Detroit’s RiverWalk. “They’re also building the Gordie Howe International Bridge there,” says Todd Sykes, Vice President of New Development Berkshire Hathaway Home Services. The bridge, Sykes says, will connect Interstate 75 to Highway 401 in Canada. Because the bridge has displaced some residents, organizations like the Southwest Detroit Community Benefits Coalition have stepped in to assist with resources, home repairs and relocation.
Industry is at the heart of Detroit's Delray neighborhood.
Riverside Park offers Delray expansive views of the Detroit River and the Ambassador Bridge.
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From fixer-uppers to grand Colonial Revivals
Delray’s residential streets are mainly held in semi-wooded pockets of land surrounded by industry and run through by railroad tracks. A few of its streets offer a suburban setting with tall trees, green lawns and homes sitting close to one another. Bungalows and Dutch colonial homes are the most common styles, though there are condo developments available as well. Some homes come with driveways, especially in the more secluded areas, but garages are rare. Homes needing substantial repairs can sell as low as $15,000, while renovated or up to date homes can sell as high as $150,000. Condos typically sell between $50,000 and $120,000.
There are a few Dutch Colonials and multi-family homes in Delray.
Foursqares in Delray stand tall against the open land.
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Interstate 75 and a new bridge to Canada
Interstate 75 puts downtown Detroit 5 miles away and the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 15 miles away. By way of the interstate, Ford Medical Center is just over 7 miles away. The newly constructed Gordie Howe International Bridge connects Detroit to Canada. Residents also have the option to hop on a bus through stops along Delray’s larger streets like West Fort Street, and sidewalks provide access to bus stops without needing a vehicle.
Schools in Delray prepare students for life after graduation
Students can attend pre-kindergarten through eighth grade at Amelia Earhart Elementary-Middle School, which earns a C-minus on Niche. Earning a C, Western International High School offers classes focusing on engineering and other vocational courses. In partnership with Wayne State University and Central Michigan University, the school’s College Upward Bound program provides first-generation college students college courses throughout the year and a glimpse of college life with a six-week academic and residential program over the summer.
Delray teens can attend Western International High School.
Amelia Earhart Elementary-Middle School welcomes students from around southwest Detroit.
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Detroit 75 Kitchen, a nationally renowned food truck
Established in 1929, Motz’s Burger has served the Delray area with burgers, fish sandwiches and milkshakes for nearly a hundred years. The nearby Detroit 75 Kitchen food truck was initially started to serve truckers coming over the Ambassador Bridge. The food truck was then recognized by US Weekly as one of the best food trucks in the country and now attracts visitors from all over Detroit to Delray. Residents in need of fresh ingredients for home cooking can head to E & L Supermercado in neighboring Springwells.
Detroit 75 in Delray is rated one of the top three food trucks in the United States.
Motz's Burgers has served the Delray neighborhood for nearly a hundred years.
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Riverside Park and Historic Fort Wayne
The area is home to numerous opportunities for residents to enjoy outdoor activities. Riverside Park offers 29 acres of space including soccer fields, basketball courts, a skate park and playgrounds. The park also connects to the Detroit RiverWalk, an ever-expanding biking and walking trail alongside the Detroit River. Home to the city’s only regulation-sized outdoor hockey rink, Clark Park offers other sports facilities like softball fields and pickleball courts. Historic Fort Wayne adds a touch of history to the Delray’s outdoor opportunities. The fort was originally built in the 1800s and now serves as a weekend tourist destination with guided tours.
Enjoy the view at the newly renovated Riverside Park basketball courts in Delray.
Delray residents enjoy the only regulation sized outdoor hockey rink in Detroit.
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Privately-owned steel mills on Zug Island are close by
Though the industry and construction surrounding Delray provide hundreds of jobs, the neighborhood’s proximity to Zug Island, a privately owned industrial site with several steel mills, makes for poor air quality in the area. Additionally, construction in the area has been ongoing and shows no sign of slowing. “Fort Street has been like this for a long time,” says Himena, cashier with Detroit 75 Kitchen. “So they’ve been taking their time.”
Construction in Delray is bringing the neighborhood into the twenty-first century.
Industry on Zug Island provides jobs to Delray residents.
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A mix of crime risks
Delray’s overall CAP Index crime score is 6, just slightly higher than the national score of 4. With higher numbers representing a greater risk, specific crimes receiving the highest scores are related to violent crimes.
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Agent also has two other listings on either side of this property which are on each of the corners of McKinstry and Clark also for sale. This is a full block with frontage on W. Fort at the foot of the new Gordie Howe Bridge is slated to open in 2025.
Imagine yourself in New York City: View of the Brooklyn Bridge, We are in Detroit, view of the Gordie Howe Bridge... We are within walking distance to the bridge, a walk or a bike ride to Canda. We can see the Detroit River, and see Canada from this property. The Bridge company sent a letter of intent, the saw dust company a few door down sent a letter of Intent. We are witnessing Gentrication in
Presenting an exceptional real estate opportunity in the heart of Southwest Detroit! This expansive property, strategically positioned just south of Clark Street at the bustling corner of McKinstry, is a solid investment in an area ripe for growth and development.Encompassing a remarkable stretch along West Fort Street, the property includes six contiguous parcels: 4438, 4442, 4452, 4456,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
952
Median Age
36
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,736
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,278
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.2%
% Population in Labor Force
52.8%
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®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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