Pembroke
Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48221
Homes from the 1920s through the 1960s
Pembroke is part of an area the city is developing, says Harper, who has more than ten years of experience in Detroit real estate. “The city is investing heavily in that zip code,” she says. “It’s an upcoming area, one of the most sought-after areas in Detroit.” Homes were mainly built early to mid-twentieth century and might be fully renovated or in need of repairs. Brick Tudors from the 20s sit next to ranch homes built in the 60s, and homes sit on lots that are roughly a tenth of an acre. Ranch homes and Cape Cods in need of repair can sell as low as $40,000, but fully renovated homes of similar size can sell around $100,000. Larger, two-story homes start around $100,000 if they need updating or repairs but sell as high as $175,000 if they are well-maintained or recently renovated. Down one percent from the previous year, the median home price in Pembroke is $53,000.
Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion
One Eight Mile Road, Kroger is just about a mile from the intersection of Meyers Road and Chippewa Avenue, so grocery runs can be accomplished without traveling far. Detroit Vintage offers freshly brewed coffee on Eight Mile Road, and Burger King and Capital Coney Island give residents a couple of options for lunch or dinner. For serious shopping trips, Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion is home to locally-owned shops and restaurants like Simply Casual Clothing Store and Fork in Nigeria.
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Dr. James Vernor Elementary-Middle School serves Pembroke with kindergarten through 8th grade classes and offers after-school programs like yoga and help with homework. Vernor Elementary-Middle School earns a C-minus on Niche. Mumford High School rounds out the neighborhood’s public school options and offers sports like baseball and track. Mumford earns a C.
Not far from The Motor City’s biggest events
Detroit has a long history in the automotive world, gaining the city its reputation as “The Motor City,” and the auto industry maintains an active presence in the region with events like the North American International Auto Show and the Detroit Grand Prix. Sitting twelve miles from downtown Detroit puts Pembroke within reach of these and other events throughout the city.Getting around Pembroke
Bus stops are available along Eight Mile Road and Wyoming Avenue, and the neighborhood is surrounded by larger roads like John C. Lodge Freeway to the southwest and Interstate 96 just four miles south. All of the neighborhood’s streets are lined with sidewalks, so residents can hit their step goals with relative ease.
Plentiful parks and more to come
Pembroke is home to Alfonso Wells Memorial Park, which offers a picnic area, a playground and basketball courts. There are dozens of other parks nearby as well, and Harper says the city is planning to include the area in its upcoming biking and walking trail. “They’re getting ready to build the Joe Luis Greenway nearby,” Harper says. “That trail will go all over downtown Detroit.”Higher risk of crime
Detroit is not without challenges, and Pembroke is not excluded from those. The neighborhood’s overall CAP Index score is 8 while the overall score for the United States is 4. This indicates there is an elevated risk of crime throughout Pembroke.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lydia Burnett Etchen
Lydia Burnett Etchen
Century 21 Professionals Troy
(947) 500-6897
50 Total Sales
1 in Pembroke
$53,111 Price
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Clarence Wilson
Clarence Wilson
RCH Brokerage Legacy Inc
(313) 497-5586
235 Total Sales
1 in Pembroke
$75,000 Price
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LuQuandra Robinson
LuQuandra Robinson
Front Page Properties
(313) 474-5585
40 Total Sales
1 in Pembroke
$16,000 Price
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Jerome Poisac
Jerome Poisac
Responds QuicklyJP Detroit Homes LLC
(313) 329-6934
46 Total Sales
1 in Pembroke
$84,000 Price
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Milton Owens-Crawford
Milton Owens-Crawford
Responds QuicklyReach Realty Group
(313) 921-5133
46 Total Sales
1 in Pembroke
$40,000 Price
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Ahmad Fawaz
Ahmad Fawaz
Responds QuicklyEmpire Realty Group
(947) 208-4128
173 Total Sales
1 in Pembroke
$55,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Marie Park
- Trails
- Playground
Van Antwerp Park
Ferndale Memorial Mall
- Trails
Alfonso Wells Memorial Park
Dave Bing Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Hardstein Playground
U of D Jesuit Johnson Recreation Center and Joe Louis Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pembroke | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pembroke Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pembroke, Detroit sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Pembroke, Detroit over the last 12 months is $73,200, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$79,950
Median Sale Price
$73,200
Median Single Family Sale Price
$73,200
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$76
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
535
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
869
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,009
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 211 - 4pm
$100,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 860 Sq Ft
- 20186 Monte Vista St
OPEN HOUSE 05-14-2025 1PM-4PM!!This gorgeous, modern, home can be yours! 3 bedrooms 1 bath with plenty of storage space. This is a beautiful, move-in ready, home located on a quiet street, in a quiet Detroit neighborhood! Appliances are staying, Refrigerator, washer, dryer, microwave NEW, stove NEW (gas is staying but option for either gas/electric), large basement, fenced in backyard. Security
Miranda Borener-Williams The Virtual Realty Group
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$67,500
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 910 Sq Ft
- 20515 Ilene St
**INVESTORS** Add this 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom brick ranch to your rental portfolio today! The property could rent for as much as $1,350/month to a Sec 8 tenant! The property does require a light cosmetic update to make it rent-ready, but features vinyl windows, forced-air heating, a spacious living room, an updated kitchen, and so much more! Cash, conventional, or hard money only, NO SELLER
Ryan Kain RE/MAX Leading Edge
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$99,900
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,310 Sq Ft
- 20427 Wyoming St
Come check out this 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home. Great for a growing family with a first floor master bedroom which would also make a great office, guest room or an in law bedroom. This home features a bonus room which would make an awesome first floor laundry. Conveniently located near shopping and easy expressway access.
Tami Jo Schuetzler The Signature Group Realty, LLC
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$49,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 706 Sq Ft
- 20434 Meyers Rd
Nice 2 bedroom, one bath unit with the basement. Solid home, good condition. Long term tenant, now on the month by month lease. Most likely would like to stay. Please DO NOT disturb the tenant. Please note: no showings without an accepted offer. Sold as is.
Yulya Lilov Benjamin Management Group, Inc
Homes for Rent
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$1,250 per month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 948 Sq Ft
- 20194 Monte Vista St
- Detroit, MI
This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom well maintained home is centrally located providing easy access to local restaurants, shopping, and is very close to M-10 Lodge & M-39 Southfield Freeway. This beautiful ranch home has tons of charm with resurfaced hardwood floors and new painting throughout the home. The finished basement is suitable for all of your entertaining needs. DO NOT APPROACH PROPERTY IF YOU
Shontel Hamilton Slater Signature Homes
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,150
Median Age
40
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,204
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,530
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73%
College Graduates
16.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
% Population in Labor Force
48%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44
/ 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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