Why Live in East Packard
East Packard in Ann Arbor is directly south of the University of Michigan. The University of Michigan, particularly its Law School, attracts students and faculty to the area. The Big House, less than a mile to the west, adds to the neighborhood's vibrancy on game days. The neighborhood has many student-rented properties with a few permanent residents towards the south. Housing styles in East Packard include Victorians, Queen Anne and Craftsman-style homes. East Packard is highly walkable and bikeable, with downtown Ann Arbor nearly a mile away and convenient bus routes to North Campus and beyond. Local dining options include The Moon Café, which serves Korean cuisine, and Argus Farm Stop, offering locally sourced produce and trivia nights. The Eberbach Cultural Arts Building, located nearby, hosts local art exhibits and workshops. There is a Trader Joe's 2 miles away, accessible via bus lines on Washtenaw or Packard. The Michigan Flyer bus stop provides a direct connection to Detroit Metropolitan Airport, 35 miles away. Burns Park, a few blocks away, offers 15 acres of sports fields, courts, and playgrounds. The area is zoned for highly rated Burns Park Elementary, Tappan Middle, and Pioneer High schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Packard a good place to live?
East Packard is a good place to live. East Packard is considered fairly walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. East Packard is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. East Packard has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 51.3 people per acre and a median age of 25. The average household income is $66,304 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 72.9% of residents. A majority of residents in East Packard are renters, with 95.9% of residents renting and 4.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East Packard can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East Packard neighborhood guide.
Is East Packard, MI a safe neighborhood?
East Packard, MI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East Packard?
The median home price in East Packard is $775,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $155,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.16%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $162K a year to afford the median home price in East Packard. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in East Packard is $66K.
What are the best public schools in East Packard?
The best public schools that serve East Packard are:
What are the best private schools in East Packard?
The best private schools that serve East Packard are:
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Are home prices dropping in East Packard?
Yes, home prices in East Packard are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in East Packard, MI
On average, homes in East Packard, Ann Arbor sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in East Packard, Ann Arbor over the last 12 months is $738,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$738,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$775,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$440
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$775,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
