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A vibrant, bustling community
Forest Park-Eastern Market is a conveniently located community brimming with shopping, dining and entertainment. Home to the Eastern Market, residents of this neighborhood have immediate access to some of the freshest groceries in the city from June to September. It’s also just east of Midtown, putting the Detroit Medical Center (DMC), Wayne State University and other institutions a bike ride away. This primarily industrial area is mostly comprised of businesses, factories and offices, but residents who enjoy the bustle of city living have found this area attractive.
The flower market event at Eastern Market affords great discoveries.
See artwork in Forest Park-Eastern Market by BLKOUT Walls Mural Festival founder Sydney James.
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Living near Eastern Market
The main perk of living in Forest Park-Eastern Market is the proximity to the namesake market. With over 43 acres and more than 180 years of service, Eastern Market is one of the largest and oldest outdoor farmers markets in the country.
“Eastern Market is an amazing place to go on Saturdays to get fresh produce directly from farmers,” says Jan Dijkers, president and managing broker at Berkshire Hathaway Home Service The Loft Warehouse, who works in the neighborhood.
The market is open on Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays and brings farmers to the city to sell their products directly to consumers. There, locals buy fresh, in-season produce, flowers, meat and more. The Sunday Market features local art, jewelry and music. The Tuesday Market is scaled down regarding vendors but includes activities such as free Zumba and yoga classes.
The market area is also a hub for Detroit Lions fans on gamedays. Fans can purchase a tailgating spot in one of the market’s parking lots and prepare to cheer on the team with friends and family before heading to Ford Field.
Shed 2 houses events such as weddings and parties in Forest Park-Eastern Market.
Go for an indoor climb at DYNO in Forest Park-Eastern Market.
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Shopping and dining in every direction
Dijkers says the neighborhood is great for foodies and has plenty of restaurant options. Whether it’s corned beef sandwiches, tacos, Italian or burgers, there’s something for almost every craving. Vivio’s is one of the most popular restaurants in the neighborhood and has been around since 1967. Locals enjoy the restaurant’s classic bar and grill feel, with stained glass over the bar and red vinyl booths. With a menu that includes Reubens, pastrami burgers and mussels, there is something for everyone at this local watering hole.
For craft beverages, they stop in Detroit City Distillery, which produces small-batch whiskey, gin and vodka. Local breweries Lagerhaus No. 5 and Eastern Market Brewing serve innovative ales and lagers in renovated industrial spaces. In addition to the market, residents shop for groceries at the Whole Foods on Mack.
Eastern Market Brewing Co. in Forest Park-Eastern Market is popular for local brews.
Shed 3 is lively on a Saturday in Forest Park-Eastern Market.
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Chrysler Freeway, Gratiot and buses
The neighborhood is borders Midtown to the east and is about 3 miles northeast of downtown. And with the Chrysler Freeway bordering neighborhood and Gratiot Avenue nearby, residents have an easy start to any drive throughout metro Detroit. There are also several bus lines running through the neighborhood including Warren, Russell and Mack.
Forest Park, Dequindre Cut and other recreation
The namesake Forest Park is a small green space with walking paths, a basketball court, a playscape and outdoor exercise equipment. The neighborhood is also home to the north end of the Dequindre Cut. The 2-mile greenway runs down to the riverfront and is an ideal spot to run, walk and bike ride.
Several businesses in the neighborhood also offer recreation opportunities, such as the Detroit Flyhouse Circus School, which teaches acrobatics, trapeze, aerial choreography and more. For activities like rock climbing, DYNO Detroit has over 17,000 square feet of climbing space and hundreds of routes to explore.
Dequindre Cut runs through the heart of Forest Park-Eastern Market.
Forest Park-Eastern Market residents enjoy an afternoon game in Forest Park.
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Very few housing choices
While there are a few colonial revivals on its northeast edge, most residences in Forest Park-Eastern Market are multifamily housing complexes. Two-story brick townhouses and loft-style condos in repurposed industrial buildings are the most common finds.
Properties rarely hit the market, but they sell fast when they do. The low housing inventory in the neighborhood gives it an exclusive feel, according to Dijkers. “It feels like a personal experience when you find a home in Eastern Market,” she says. “It feels very special.”
Condo prices range from $350,000 to $600,000, while single-family homes sell for about $150,000.
FD Lofts are a stylish choice in Forest Park-Eastern Market
The former 1920s Atlas Furniture is re-envisioned as Atlas Lofts in Forest Park-Eastern Market.
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Spain Elementary and Crockett High School
Students in the neighborhood will likely attend Charles L. Spain Elementary-Middle School, rated a C-minus on Niche, and Crockett Midtown High School, which gets a C-plus rating. The high school, which was formally known as Benjamin Carson High School, offers electives and programs that give students the tools to face real-world experiences. Students can learn how to garden, become public authors and acquire the skills required for job interviews.
Crockett High School of Science and Medicine welcomes Forest Park-Eastern Market students.
Forest Park-Eastern Market youth can attend Charles L. Spain Elementary-Middle School.
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Elevated crime index scores and noise levels
The Forest Park-Eastern Market neighborhood has high CAP Index crime scores across the board. It receives a 10 out of 10, with 1 being the least likely for a crime to occur and 10 being the most. CAP Index is not a measure of crimes that have been committed, but a measure of the possibility. Its location near major attractions and roadways also brings more noise pollution to the area.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,855
Median Age
33
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,770
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$42,310
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.3%
College Graduates
17.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
39.2%
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
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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