Garden Homes
Walkable elementary and middle school
Students in Garden Homes are zoned to start at Wines Elementary School, which gets an A-plus rating from the website Niche. The school sits next to A-rated Forsythe Middle School, so both schools are walkable from nearby homes. The two schools share a wide-open campus with outdoor sports fields. Older kids take the bus across the highway to Skyline High School, rated A-plus. The high school is known for its magnet programs, which encourage advanced learning in biomedical science, engineering, communications and business.
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Midcentury homes at affordable prices
Most properties in the Garden Homes area are low-slung ranchers and compact Cape Cods. Most date back to the mid-1900s, and the recency of renovations affects price point. In general, smaller homes with around 1,000 square feet start at $350,000, and those with around 2,000 square feet get up to $600,000. With an average price of $450,000, the neighborhoods are one of the more affordable spots in Ann Arbor. Properties around Garden Home Park enjoy a wide-open green space right in their backyard, but most homes also have comfortable yards, usually just under a quarter-acre.
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Local green spaces and sprawling nature areas
The Garden Homes Park checks all the boxes for a neighborhood gathering space, from a welcoming playground to ample walking pathways crisscrossing the shaded green space. It's a popular area for playdates and dog walks, with paths that connect right out onto residential streets. For more outdoor fun, one of the biggest draws to the northwest side of Ann Arbor is the access to the Huron River and surrounding nature areas. Bird Hills Nature Area is a popular hiking and birding spot, and Bandemer Nature Area is known for its riverside picnic areas.
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Freeway access and road noise
The neighborhood has direct access to the Route 14 freeway, but the entrance is a two-way entrance/exit ramp with roundabouts, which can be confusing initially. But easy access to the highway means quick trips out east or west. However, the noise from the road infiltrates a lot of the neighborhood; notably, the Wines Elementary playground sits directly adjacent to the main road. "There is some road noise, especially close to the freeway," Daum says. "It's not a huge deal for many of the homes, but it's something to be aware of."Shopping options down Maple Road
Maple Road offers direct access to grocery options like Aldi and Kroger, as well as the locally sourced Plum Market. Next to the grocery stores, locals enjoy the old-school atmosphere at Knight's Steakhouse and upscale American fare at Zingerman's Roadhouse. Closer to home, Juicy Kitchen is just a walk away, known for its vegan options. And downtown is about 2 miles away along Miller Avenue, offering a variety of restaurants and the activity surrounding the University of Michigan. Convenient bus lines run along both Maple and Miller.
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Catherine Lashley
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Todd Waller
Todd Waller
@properties Christie's Int'lAA
(734) 802-1481
107 Total Sales
1 in Garden Homes
$235,000 Price
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Nicole Pelton
Nicole Pelton
Responds QuicklyKW Professionals
(734) 985-2418
99 Total Sales
1 in Garden Homes
$399,000 Price
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Julie Picknell
Julie Picknell
Responds QuicklyThe Charles Reinhart Company
(734) 821-5596
156 Total Sales
1 in Garden Homes
$630,000 Price
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Christopher Bergmans
Christopher Bergmans
Responds QuicklyThe Charles Reinhart Company
(734) 436-3173
126 Total Sales
1 in Garden Homes
$305,000 Price
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Brent Flewelling
Brent Flewelling
Responds QuicklyCharles Reinhart Co-Ann Arbor
(734) 436-2193
509 Total Sales
2 in Garden Homes
$443K - $490K Price Range
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Kim Peoples
Kim Peoples
Responds QuicklyThe Charles Reinhart Company
(734) 821-5435
152 Total Sales
2 in Garden Homes
$426K - $494K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Miller Nature Area
Creal Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Garden Homes Park
- Trails
- Playground
Hollywood Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Hiking
Mixtwood Pomona Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Wellington Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Garden Homes | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Garden Homes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Garden Homes, Ann Arbor sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Garden Homes, Ann Arbor over the last 12 months is $131,900, down 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$129,900
Median Sale Price
$131,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$131,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
91
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-46%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
313
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
0.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,016
On par with the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,795 - $2,095 per month
- Maple Cove of Ann Arbor
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 885+ Sq Ft
- 1649 N Maple Rd
- Ann Arbor, MI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,339
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,103
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,610
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
College Graduates
80%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
45.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
54''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 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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