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An upbeat neighborhood with a vibrant culture
There is an exciting buzz happening in urban Southwest Detroit. The neighborhood has long been known for its vibrant atmosphere and bustling profusion of bodegas, nightclubs and eateries. “Southwest Detroit has a lot going for it. It’s home to historically good housing stock and trendy businesses — and it’s a very walkable community,” says Nick Kramer, a Realtor with O’Connor Real Estate in Detroit. “It’s close to the Michigan Central Station development, which is opening in June 2024 and will change the city’s map.” The 15-story train station has been vacant since 1988. In 2018, Ford Motor purchased the beaux-arts structure and has completely transformed it into a technology campus and public spaces filled with restaurants, retail, bars and coffee shops. Southwest Detroit borders the small Mexicantown neighborhood. The communities have shared a cultural heritage since the 1920s, when immigrants from Mexico came to Detroit seeking better jobs and religious freedom. “Southwest Detroit’s Mexican and Latino community is very family-centered,” notes Kramer. That influence is seen in the neighborhood’s bright wall murals honoring early immigrants and family-owned restaurants.
Homes in Southwest Detroit
Housing styles in the neighborhood range from single-family homes to duplexes and apartment buildings. While the generational roots of families run deep in Southwest Detroit, only 34% of residents own their homes. Common architecture styles include bungalow, Craftsman and American Four-Square. Houses in Southwest Detroit sit back from tree-lined streets with private driveways and detached garages. A 3-bedroom bungalow built in 1920 sells for about $145,000.
Homes in Southwest Detroit come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Colorful Prairie style homes with unique flair line the streets of Southwest Detroit.
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School days and waterways
Students may begin their public education at Charles L. Spain Elementary-Middle School, which holds a C-minus from Niche and a 13-1 student-teacher ratio. From there, students move on to Western International High School. The school has a C rating from Niche and a 27-1 student-teacher ratio. The school participates in the Inland Seas Education Association’s Schoolship programs, which provide the opportunity to sail the Detroit River for a day aboard a schooner, learning lessons in basic seamanship and biology.
Charles L. Spain Elementary-Middle School has an overall Niche grade of C-.
Students are challenged to excel at Western International High School in Southwest Detroit.
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Play spaces and parklands
Clark Park is one of Detroit’s most beloved green spaces. The park has been a recreation venue for Southwest Detroit since 1890. It recently underwent a major renovation and reopened in July 2023, sporting new, ADA-compliant playgrounds, a splash pad and sports amenities for basketball, bag toss, tennis and ping pong. The park is home to Detroit's only regulation-size outdoor hockey rink. Nearby Riverside Park also recently underwent renovation. The 6-acre park has been updated with a new softball diamond, a soccer field, a playground and a basketball court. It also includes a dog park, skate park, horseshoe pits and a walking path.
Clark Park is centrally located in Southwest Detroit for easy access.
Southwest Detroit's Clark Park has new colorful basketball courts to practice your game.
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Where to go for markets and meals
Vernor Highway runs through Southwest Detroit. It is lined with discount shops, boutiques and food markets. Quince Primavera sells dresses for women, girls and infants. It’s a popular spot for baptism and Quinceanera gowns. Grocery shoppers will find essentials and more at Parkway Foods and Meijer’s. Restaurants like the multi-floor Xochimilco and Armando’s Mexican Cuisine reflect the neighborhood’s culture. Armando’s was a long-time favorite haunt of the Detroit Tigers. In 1984, after his beloved baseball team won the World Series, the owner locked the establishment’s door and hosted the team until the early morning.
E&L Supermercado in Southwest Detroit is a local favorite for groceries.
Stock up on fresh meat and seafood at E&L Supermercado in Southwest Detroit.
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Playing, praying and dancing in Southwest Detroit
For nearly 60 years, Cinco De Mayo has been observed with gusto in Southwest Detroit. The festivities include a 5k and street fiesta with food trucks, mariachi bands and family friendly activities. The celebrations conclude with a parade down West Vernor Highway. In June, the Motor City Street Dance Academy holds Michigan’s largest break-dancing jam in the neighborhood. The event brings dancers from across the globe to compete. “Who Got the Props” allows competitors to experience the Detroit version of hip-hop. The Blessing of the Lowriders takes place in May at St. Anne Church in Southwest. Initially conceived to combat the stereotype of cyclists being gang members, today, the event includes a car show, vendors and the blessing of children’s bicycles. It is attended by car enthusiasts, cyclists and families.
Taco Trucks can be found throughout Southwest Detroit for a quick and affordable meal.
Cinco de Mayo Parade in Southwest Detroit
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Getting in and around the town
The neighborhood is just under 3 miles from downtown Detroit and 17 miles from the Detroit airport. It is bordered by Interstates 90 and 75 to the east and south. Vernor Highway is a major thoroughfare that runs through the community. The Detroit Department of Public Transportation provides bus service in the community.
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Parks in this Area
Detroit Dog Park
Dog Park
Clark Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Riverside Park
Boyer Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Skateboard
Saint Hedwig Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Detroit Riverwalk
Fishing
Playground
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
29 min drive
Bus
Vernor & Dragoon
Bus
Livernois & Otis
Bus
Michigan & 25th
Bus
Michigan & 24th
Bus
Vernor & Ferdinand
Bus
Vernor & Clark
Bus
Junction & Merritt
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southwest Detroit
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Detroit, Detroit sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southwest Detroit, Detroit over the last 12 months is $154,315, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This two bedroom two bedroom one bath bungalow presents an opportunity to invest in the developing area minutes away from downtown Detroit, just west of Corktown. This single family home is conveniently located close to highways, restaurants and shopping. The sparkling lights of the newly renovated Train Station are visible from front yard. It has been cleaned out to the studs and needs full
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Spacious & Updated Duplex for lease in Southwest Detroit. Located near the Gordie Howe International Bridge development, this neighborhood is experiencing a surge in investment and revitalization, making it a prime spot for growth. The unit is nearby local restaurants, shops, and cafés. Parks, schools, and public transportation are nearby, with easy access to major highways for a convenient
La Joya Gardens is a four-story, mixed-use, mixed-income development offering 53 residential units and 6,000 SF of commercial space. Other amenities would include things such as an outdoor terrace, fully equipped fitness center, central community room, two public plazas and a location that is adjacent to public transportation. Southwest Detroit is a vibrant community rich in history and culture
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,718
Median Age
32
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,467
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,969
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
62%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
81/ 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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