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Southwest Detroit community near Ford Motor Company offices
Whether residents regularly go shopping at Fairlane Town Center, work at Ford Motor Company World Headquarters or worship at the Islamic Center of America, Allen Park’s location between Interstates 94 and 75 gives it access to the greater Detroit area. “People who want to live on the outskirts of Detroit move to Allen Park,” says Miranda Morrow, licensed real estate broker at National Realty Centers with over 15 years of experience. Compared to other Detroit neighborhoods, “it’s more established. It’s quiet and settled.” A well-maintained community with access to big city conveniences, Allen Park also offers a wealth of active businesses and restaurants in the heart of town.
The Ford Motor Company is located in Allen Park, MI.
Ford Motor Company's new model development center is across from Allen Park's Fairlane Green.
Many of Ford Motor Company's facilities and offices are located in Allen Park.
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Shopping at Fairlane Green and Independence Marketplace
Several grocery stores are located throughout the area, including local and chain markets, like Meijer. Independence Marketplace is home to national retailers like Aldi and Old Navy. Fairlane Green is another shopping hub; it includes Target. When it comes to dining out, there are plenty of local options to take advantage of, from Nona’s Diner to Qamaria Yemini Coffee. The Broadcast Booth is the go-to place for watching the hockey game while playing billiards and enjoying buffalo wings.
There are an assortment of stores located at Fairlane Green.
Fairlane Green is a massive Allen Park shopping hub including stores like Target and Burlington.
Independence Marketplace in Allen Park is home to national retailers like Aldi.
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Allen Park offers a convenient home base for commuters with access to I-94 and I-75.
Access to Interstate 94
While Allen Park businesses and amenities are within walking distance for many, most people also own a vehicle. Allen Park offers a convenient home base for commuters, with nearby access to Interstate 94 and 75, allowing for quick trips into Detroit. There are bus stops along Southfield Road and in front of the shops at Fairlane Green. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 8 miles west. And for peace of mind, Beaumont Hospital, Dearborn is just a couple miles away.
Farmers market, Allen Park Street Fair and more community gatherings
Allen Park Downtown Development Authority has been working since 1991 to promote growth and development for businesses and the community. The group organizes a farmers’ market, a holiday market, a car show and the Made in Michigan Festival in the neighborhood's downtown. Residents can attend regular trivia nights and outdoor concerts throughout the summer. Perhaps the most anticipated event of the year, however, is the Allen Park Street Fair during the first weekend in August.
A colorful mural marks the spot for the Allen Park farmers' market.
Allen Park Farmers Market has a large spread of local vendors from all over Detroit.
Locally made products abound at the Allen Park Farmers Market.
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Ranch-style and Colonial Revivals in established Allen Park
Mature trees cast shade on sidewalks in front of homes. The area is fully developed, so new builds are rare; the existing homes have instead been well-kept and many boast recently renovated interiors. Allen Park contains mostly three-bedroom midcentury brick ranch-style homes costing between $170,000 and $250,000. However, there are some two-story Colonial Revivals and homes dating back to the 1920s. There is only a minor risk of flooding to area homes, but roads may flood occasionally.
Many existing Allen Park homes have been well-kept and many boast recently renovated interiors.
Well-manicured lawns are a frequent sight in the Allen Park neighborhood.
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Making the grade at Allen Park Public Schools
Allen Park Public Schools is a moderate-sized district with three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Across the district, students tend to perform at or above state averages. Arno Elementary is rated B on Niche and Allen Park Middle School is rated B-minus. Allen Park High School, rated B-plus, has earned the College Success Award from 2018 through 2022 based on how well the school prepares its high schoolers for college.
Allen Park High School in Allen Park, MI has a football stadium and field.
The Allen Park High School in Allen Park, MI serves the area.
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Champaign Park & more opportunities to get outside
There is plenty of space for leisure in Allen Park, with eight parks that provide playgrounds, athletic fields and even spots designated to play chess outside. Residents also have access to the city's community center, the Allen Park Fitness Center and the Frank J. Lada Civic Arena. The largest park in the area is Champaign Park, which includes facilities for tennis and inline hockey, playgrounds and open fields for picnicking.
Allen Park has several places to connect with nature.
There are red flowers on display in the heart of Allen Park.
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On average, homes in Allen Park, MI sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Allen Park, MI over the last 12 months is $229,900, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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