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North End

North End

Suburban Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan

Wayne County 48202, 48211

$192,721 Average Value
$132 Average Price per Sq Ft
27 Homes For Sale

Nothing embodies the resilience of North End Detroit quite like Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q, which has been part of the neighborhood for nearly 50 years. The Parks family founded the eatery in 1964. Terry and Verna Parks built the restaurant at 7444 Beaubien St. after Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q was incorporated in 1977, just as Detroit began to show the devastating effects of blight. Nevertheless, the iconic barbecue spot symbolized stability in the neighborhood. Today, as North End revitalizes like much of the area surrounding Downtown Detroit, Parks Old Style continues to dish out soul food favorites. “Many are discovering the untapped potential of the North End,” says Matthew Talbot, founder and team leader of The Talbot Team of RealRealty. “It’s a neighborhood bursting with energy and opportunities.” With familiar businesses like Parks settled in and the rapid big-money development happening downtown Detroit, people are paying closer attention to available property in the surrounding areas, like the North End. “I used to get a lot of blight calls from that area, but there’s a difference now,” says Detroit Police Officer Brad Hawkins. “People are looking at the available housing and property now before the prices go up.” Although the area is seeing rapid change, the CAP Index crime score is 9 out of 10, which indicates high crime — in particular, homicides and assaults with a weapon.

Parks Bar-B-Q has been serving North End for over 40 years.
Parks Bar-B-Q has been serving North End for over 40 years.
A variety of retailers can be found just a few blocks from North End in New Center.
A variety of retailers can be found just a few blocks from North End in New Center.
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Homes are on the larger side

Housing in the area is a mixed bag, including single-family homes, duplexes and triplexes. Many of the homes in the neighborhood are on the larger side, built in the early 1900s and are primarily brick ranches, colonial revivals and craftsman style. According to Erica Collica of Max Broock, REALTORS-Detroit, this “up-and-coming area” has an active community. Homes in this community can cost anywhere from $62,000 to $544,000. “You can find a really nice 2,000-square-foot home for $250,000,” says Collica. She adds that the area continues to go through a facelift, with newly paved roads and new bike paths, making a move to the area even more enticing. Single-family homes can start at $174,000. Homes on the high end can run as high as $700,000. Properties tend to be 2,616 square feet and sit on lots of 6,000 square feet. Nearly 60% of residents rent their homes and 75% of the area’s structures are commercial spaces.

Craftsmen-style homes in Detroit's North End neighborhood are a popular option.
Craftsmen-style homes in Detroit's North End neighborhood are a popular option.
Large brick Tudor homes with lush landscaping are common in North End.
Large brick Tudor homes with lush landscaping are common in North End.
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Hamtramck Academy serves K-8 students

Schools serving the neighborhood include the A-minus-rated charter Hamtramck Academy, which enrolls 520 kindergarten through eighth-grade students. The tuition-free school placed in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores. The school was in the top 30% for math. The local high school, Southeastern High School, has a C Niche-ranking. Nearly 20 colleges and universities are near the neighborhood, including Michigan State University Detroit Center.

The Hamtramck Academy serves K-8 children in the North End neighborhood.
The Hamtramck Academy serves K-8 children in the North End neighborhood.
Southeastern High School educate students in grades 9-12.
Southeastern High School educate students in grades 9-12.
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The Q-Line serves the area

The major highways near North End are interstates 94, 75 and 375. Commuters can The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) serves the city, while SMART services the suburbs. The two systems coordinate their services with an operating alliance and reciprocal fare agreement handled by the RTA of Southeast Michigan. There are two local subway stops: Cadillac Center and Greektown. Additionally, there are two bus stops: Oakland & E Grand Bl and Oakland & Bethune. All stations are a part of the Q-Line. Long-distance travelers can depend on service from two local airports: Detroit Metro Wayne County and Windsor International Airport. Windsor is located in nearby Ontario, Canada.

Free movie screenings

Several community-focused events include the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Plan discussion and the Active Older Adult Fitness weekly events. “This is an extremely active community,” says Collica. Residents can catch free movie screenings under the stars from June through August at New Center Park. Midtown Detroit, Inc. operates New Center Park, a distinctive green space across from the Fisher Building on the southwest corner of Second Avenue and West Grand Boulevard.

Parks

Residents can catch free movie screenings under the stars from June through August at New Center Park. Midtown Detroit, Inc. operates New Center Park, a distinctive green space across from the Fisher Building on the southwest corner of Second Avenue and West Grand Boulevard.

Kids can practice their basketball skills at Curtis Jones Park in neighboring New Center.
Kids can practice their basketball skills at Curtis Jones Park in neighboring New Center.
New Center Park hosts outdoor events like movie from June through August.
New Center Park hosts outdoor events like movie from June through August.
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Crime

Although the area is seeing rapid change, the CAP Index crime score is 9 out of 10, well above the national average of 4, with ratings for violent crime contributing to that number.

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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Windsor International

30 min drive

Bus

Caniff & Russell

Bus

Woodward & I-94 Service Dr

Bus

Woodward & Boston

Bus

Holbrook & I-75 Service Dr

Bus

Oakland & Mt Vernon

Bus

I-75 Service Dr & Clay

Bus

Woodward & Baltimore Milwaukee

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$200,000
Median Single Family Price
$235,000
Median Townhouse Price
$272,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$439,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$132
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Months of Supply
6.60
Median List Price
$275,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,422
Median Year Built
1910
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,034
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,219
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,500
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,132
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,072
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$31,200
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,953

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
18.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
51.1%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
28''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

43 / 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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