Set southeast of Ypsilanti’s historic Depot Town, Prospect Gardens is a primarily residential area known for its tight-knit community and proximity to downtown. “There are some really good people living there,” says Roland Tooson, Council Member for Ward 1 of Ypsilanti. “All kinds come together and just enjoy each other’s uniqueness.” Inexpensive homes and fixer-uppers line the neighborhood streets, making the area an ideal choice for anyone looking to invest, renovate or flip their own corner of Washtenaw County.
Depot Town is a short walk from Prospect Gardens.
Row of well-manicured vintage brick ranch style homes in Prospect Gardens.
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Fishing and live entertainment at Riverside Park
Waterworks Park is a 10-acre public park on the Huron River, featuring a baseball diamond, disc golf and shaded picnic areas for parties and reunions. Further north on Huron is Riverside Park, which connects downtown Ypsilanti and nearby Depot Town with a 16-acre park equipped with a bike trail, designated fishing areas and a pavilion that hosts live performances regularly.
Connecting bridges give access to Depot Town from Riverside Park for Prospect Gardens residents.
The Huron River flows on the shores of Prospect Gardens.
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Get a jump on college at Ypsilanti Stemm
Students can get started at Estabrook Elementary School before attending Ypsilanti Community Middle School, both of which scored a C-minus on Niche. Afterward, they can enroll in Ypsilanti Stemm Middle College, which scores a B on Niche and blends high school with college courses. “It’s a great opportunity for students to get a jump on college,” says Council Member Tooson.
Kids are challenged to excel at Estabrook.
Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College, Front Entrance
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Fixer-uppers in a walkable neighborhood
Bungalows and ranch-style homes built in the mid-20th Century largely characterize Prospect Gardens. Many homes are sold as-is and require renovation, with fixer-uppers starting in the high $90,000s. Prices for better-established ranch-style homes peak in the mid-$100,000s. With ubiquitous sidewalks in most residential areas, Prospect Gardens has a reputation as being easily walkable, and cultural hubs like downtown Depot Town are less than a mile away.
Ranches are the common home style found in Prospect Gardens.
Ranch-style home with a tidy lawn in Prospect Gardens.
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Half an hour west of Detroit
Bordered to the south by Interstate 94, it’s a 36-mile drive east to Detroit. Public transit is a popular mode of transportation in the area, with The Ride bus line making regular stops throughout Prospect Gardens and into the greater area of Ann Arbor.
Prospect Gardens residents have easy access to an assortment of everyday amenities.
The Ride bus service is available in and around Prospect Gardens.
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Dining in downtown Depot Town
Known for its local restaurants, Depot Town is less than a mile north of Prospect Gardens and offers a variety of dining options, including casual eats at Aubree’s Pizzeria & Grill or specialty cocktails and live music at Mash. Residents can find necessities and groceries at the nearby Dollar General and the Ypsilanti Food Co-Op.
The Ypsilanti Food Co-op is a bustling Saturday stop for residents of Prospect Gardens.
Aubree's Pizzeria & Grill next to Prospect Gardens serves their famous pizza.
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The annual Beer Fest
Celebrated every summer since 1999, the Annual Michigan Summer Beer Festival is a local favorite event. Set in Riverside Park, less than a mile northwest of Prospect Gardens, the Beer Festival features live performances, food vendors and, of course, hundreds of Michigan beers.
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Parks in this Area
Waterworks Park
Baseball/Softball
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Frog Island Park
Camping
Picnic Area
Soccer
Riverside Park
Fishing
River
North Bay Park
Fishing
Trails
Prospect Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Charles Street Tot Lot
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
27 min drive
Bus
Towner & Ecorse
Bus
Towner & Prospect
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Prospect Gardens
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prospect Gardens, Ypsilanti sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Prospect Gardens, Ypsilanti over the last 12 months is $173,133, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great commercial opportunity with 130 feet of frontage on a high-traffic section of Ecorse Road, ideal for business development in a prime demographic area. The property is offered with easy land contract terms: $25,000 down, $500 per month, 10% interest, and a 2-year balloon payment.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
314
Median Age
36
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$21,000
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,390
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.4%
College Graduates
17.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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