Why Live in Golfcrest
Golfcrest is an upscale neighborhood in Dearborn characterized by its proximity to the Dearborn Country Club and its scenic golf fairways. The area features a mix of midcentury and contemporary homes, with the northern section known as "The Golden Triangle" offering well-maintained brick bungalows and Colonial Revival styles from the 1950s and 60s. These homes typically range from 1,500 to 3,000 square feet, with manicured lawns between 5,000 and 7,000 square feet. The southern portion of Golfcrest includes larger parcels with midcentury and contemporary homes. The neighborhood is part of the Dearborn High School district, which is noted for its well-rated institutions. Residents enjoy access to the Dearborn Country Club, which includes an 18-hole golf course, a swimming pool, and a clubhouse. Public parks like Ford Field Park offer baseball fields, picnic areas, and access to the Rouge River Gateway Trail. Nearby Michigan Avenue hosts a variety of Yemeni, Thai, and Italian restaurants, as well as popular cafes like Qahway House. Golfcrest is conveniently located about 5 miles from Interstate 94, providing easy access to downtown Detroit, the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, and Ann Arbor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Golfcrest a good place to live?
Golfcrest is a good place to live. Golfcrest is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Golfcrest has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.5 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $146,754 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Golfcrest are home owners, with 9.1% of residents renting and 90.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Golfcrest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Golfcrest neighborhood guide.
Is Golfcrest, MI a safe neighborhood?
Golfcrest, MI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Golfcrest?
The median home price in Golfcrest is $512,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $102,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,540 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $109K a year to afford the median home price in Golfcrest. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Golfcrest is $147K.
What are the best public schools in Golfcrest?
The best public schools that serve Golfcrest are:
What are the best private schools in Golfcrest?
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Are home prices dropping in Golfcrest?
Yes, home prices in Golfcrest are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Golfcrest, MI
On average, homes in Golfcrest, Dearborn sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Golfcrest, Dearborn over the last 12 months is $510,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$510,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$512,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$330
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$512,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
