Since its inception in 1899, the Detroit Golf neighborhood has offered luxury homes surrounding the historic Detroit Golf Club. With a quiet atmosphere, carefully curated homes and an exclusive membership to the club, this gated community has always been considered one of Detroit's most affluent areas.
"When they built the community, it was the 'who's who' area, so you'll find some of the prettiest architecture in the whole city. They were built with a lot of care," says William Adams, owner of Adams Realty and Detroit native.
Along with its well-kept homes, quiet ambiance, and historic golf club at its center, "It's flooding with professionals from all sorts of backgrounds, so living in this community will significantly increase your opportunities for networking, growth and opportunities," says Morris Hall, broker and owner of Maxim Properties LLC.
The Detroit Golf Club neighborhood takes great pride in keeping the neighborhood beautiful.
Embrace the natural beauty of the Detroit Golf Course.
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Custom-built homes on half-acre lots
There's a mix of Victorian, Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival homes lining the quiet roads of Detroit Golf. With an average home size of about 3,800 square feet, houses are significantly larger than the national average of approximately 1,900 square feet. Lots tend to be around a half-acre, which Hall considers an underrated perk. "Houses sit on lots larger than the average lot size you would find in Detroit. There's more yard for families to enjoy, which is kind of a jewel that usually goes unnoticed," he says.
Most homes are custom-designed and were built somewhere between 1920 and 1940. Unlike modern gated communities, all homes in Detroit Golf look different. There might be a three-bedroom Colonial Revival next door to a six-bedroom Tudor Revival. While one home might feature a backyard swimming pool, the next may offer more yard space. Adams shares his philosophy for finding the perfect house. "You will know when it's the house because it will put its arms around you and give you a hug," he says. "These houses do that because of their uniqueness."
Homes sell for as low as $400,000 and can reach upwards of $1.5 million, depending on their size, location and level of renovation.
Tudors are the most common architectural type in Detroit Golf Club.
Victorian-style homes sit amongst the lush trees in Detroit Golf Club.
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Detroit Golf Course and Palmer Park
For over 120 years, the Detroit Golf Course has been at the center of this neighborhood and is one of the main draws to the area. With two 18-hole Donald Ross-designed courses and a historic clubhouse, Hall says living next to the golf course is a big deal. "That's the most prominent golf course in the city," he says. Members can tee up or spend time at the luxurious Clubhouse, which offers a swimming pool, three event spaces, outdoor tennis courts and more.
Palmer Park sits east of Pontchartrain Boulevard and has been a city staple for over 100 years. On sunny summer days, the sound of smooth RnB, the sweet smell of barbecue and good times fill the air. Adults throw food on the grills while kids flood the playscape. The 2.5-mile walking trail, which loops around the park, offers a convenient space for daily runs, and the dog park provides a place to spend time with four-legged friends. Palmer Park also features a volleyball court, tennis courts, and a new pickleball court.
Swing the day away at one of the many playgrounds at Palmer Park.
Play a game of 9 or 18 at the Detroit Gold Course.
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Rocket Mortgage Classic and Michigan Medal Play
Since 2019, Rocket Mortgage Classic has been one of Detroit’s largest summer events and attracts thousands of people to Detroit Golf Club annually. Many residents opt to turn their homes into short-term rentals around this time to escape the noise. The professional golf tournament is the first PGA Tour tournament in Detroit and is an opportune way to show the world what the city has to offer.
The annual Michigan Medal Play, which allows amateur players to compete for The Peter Green Award, also takes place at Detroit Golf Club. After four rounds of competition, contestants are awarded a complimentary dinner in the Ball Room.
Shopping and dining on Woodward and Livernois
Locals travel outside the neighborhood for shopping and dining, but proximity to Livernois and Woodward means they don't have to go far. The section of Livernois between McNichols (6 Mile) and 8 Mile is called the "Avenue of Fashion" and has been around since the 1960s. Shops include everything from major retailers to locally owned boutiques. Mike's Fresh Market is a family-owned grocery store that's been around since 2004 and is a popular place to grab fresh produce and meats. Dining options range from Mediterranean staples at Bucharest Grill to southern classics at Kuzzo's Chicken & Waffles. On Woodward and 8 Mile, people shop at stores like Snipes, Five Below, Marshall's and Meijer.
Pick out a tasty treat at Good Cakes and Bakes, near Detroit Golf Club.
Shop for new shoes at the Shoe Box on the Avenue of Fashion, next to Detroit Golf Club.
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Woodward and major expressways
Detroit Golf Club's central location is a mile west of the iconic Woodward Avenue, one of the city's principal thoroughfares. It's a 9-mile drive down Woodward, so drivers typically reach downtown in 25 minutes, The Lodge freeway is just 3 miles west of Detroit Golf, and Interstate 75 is 4 miles east. About 5 miles north of the neighborhood, interstate 696 simplifies commutes east and west. Detroit Golf's walkable layout, paved bike lanes and proximity to essentials mean that residents don't need to own a car, but most own at least one.
Nearby public and private schools
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy serves pre-k through eighth graders and has a C-minus rating on Niche, while Mumford High School has a C and teaches ninth through twelfth graders. Some people opt for private schools, including Gesu Catholic School, which has not been rated on Niche and serves pre-k through eighth graders. The University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy is an all-boys option with an A rating and is known for having 39 sports teams.
Detroit Golf Club students are challenged to excel at Palmer Park Preparatory Academy.
Mumford High School earned a "C" rating in 2024 according to Niche.com.
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Parks in this Area
Palmer Park
Tennis
Trails
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
37 min drive
Bus
Mcnichols & Princeton
Bus
Mcnichols & Normandy
Bus
Mcnichols & Pontchartrain
Bus
Mcnichols & Rosa Parks
Bus
Mcnichols & Baylis
Bus
Mcnichols & Log Cabin
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Detroit Golf Club
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Detroit Golf Club, Detroit sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Detroit Golf Club, Detroit over the last 12 months is $541,666, up 39% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$600,000
Median Single Family Price
$600,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$635,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
54%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
119
Median Year Built
1936
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,800
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,384
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
192
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,068
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,786
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
66.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45/ 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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