Yost gets its name from former football coach Fielding Yost, who led the University of Michigan to its first national championship in 1901. That athletic legacy lives on today in this neighborhood. "It's home to many U of M student-athletes, and multiple sports venues are within walking distance," says Justin Ham, an experienced broker with Ham Realty Group. "Team spirit comes to mind." On game days, music filters down the tree-lined streets, and there's a smell of barbecue in the air from backyard pre-game celebrations. Since the neighborhood is less than a mile from both the university and the Big House, its population is nearly 90 percent student renters. It's a highly walkable and bikeable area that can get rowdy on the weekends.
Throughout Yost, you'll find dedications to the nearby University of Michigan.
Team spirit for the nearby University of Michigan can be found throughout the Yost neighborhood.
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Touchdowns and tailgates
The Yost neighborhood borders a massive suite of athletic facilities that serve the University of Michigan. The proximity makes this neighborhood prized by student-athletes and those who want front seats to the festivities on game days. The Yost Ice Arena hosts ice hockey games and is also open to the public for skating. The Crisler Center has basketball games, and the iconic Big House is the largest football stadium in the United States. On football game days, the traffic in the neighborhood gets gridlocked, and locals rent out driveways as parking spots. Maize and blue streamers hang from porches, and some of the best tailgating in college football is just a block away.
Yost borders the University of Michigan's sports complex, including Phyllis Ocker Field.
Yost Ice Arena regularly hosts the Wolverines, the Big Ten Conference hockey team.
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Local produce and trivia nights at Argus
Tucked on the south side of the university, Yost doesn't have the same proximity to downtown as neighborhoods like Kerrytown. However, there is a separate community of businesses situated on the college's south side. One of the biggest community hubs is Argus Farm Stop, a grocery store with a mission to provide ethically sourced and locally grown produce. Just down the street, Argus also runs the Packard Cafe, a familiar studying spot that turns into a tavern in the evening. The cafe has regular trivia nights and embraces Yost's student population. "We know the football team; they were just in for coffee before the spring game," says Meg Goldwyn, the Packard Cafe manager. "We're a place where all walks of the community come together." Other local standouts include the brews at Black Diesel Coffee and the chicken wings at Side Biscuit.
Argus Café serves Yost patrons coffee, tea, and quick meals made from local ingredients.
Black Diesel Coffee is a short walk from Yost and offers specialty coffee and Danishes.
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Getting around without a car
Many residents of Yost do choose to have a car, but it's not necessarily needed. Downtown Ann Arbor is a little less than a mile away and is accessible by foot, bus or bike. The University of Michigan is even closer, especially the law school. And for picking up essentials, a small shopping center less than a mile south has a CVS and a few wholesale grocery stores, and Trader Joe's is less than 2 miles away along a bus line. For students planning on flying in regularly, the Detroit Metropolitan Airport is accessible via the Michigan Flyer, which has a stop in downtown, but it’s a 40-minute trip.
Packard Street in Yost features dual bike lanes that run from downtown.
Ann Arbor's TheRide has bus routes through Yost for easy access to all city corners.
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Quirky houses with rental opportunities
Among the apartment buildings, Yost has a few brightly painted bungalows, Craftsman homes and traditional colonials. Most homes date back to the 1900s and today are rented out to students. Situated in such a premium location, rentals here can be on the pricier end. There are opportunities to own, too, either for a permanent residence or a rental investment. Prices range from $500,000 for fixer-upper bungalows to $1 million for properties with six bedrooms or more.
Though many homes in Yost are now rentals, there are still quite a few single-family homes.
Many Foursquare homes in Yost have been converted into rentals or student housing.
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Prom at the Big House
While the most significant student population here is college-aged, any younger learners would be zoned to start at Burns Park Elementary. The elementary earns an A rating from Niche and is walkable from the neighborhood. Then it's on to Tappan Middle School and Pioneer High School, both of which get top A-plus ratings. Pioneer High is known for its strong sports program and often holds its prom dances under the stadium lights of the Big House, right next door.
Tappan Middle School's front sign shows updates for student activities.
Bike storage for students at the entrance to Pioneer High School.
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Parks in this Area
Burns Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Hanover Square Park
Frisinger Park
Gallup Park
Fishing
Lake
Events
Forsythe Park
Graydon Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
38 min drive
Bus
State & Dewey
Bus
Packard & State
Bus
State & Mckinley
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Yost
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Yost, Ann Arbor sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Yost, Ann Arbor over the last 12 months is $656,250, up 27% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This property at 804 McKinley Ave features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms within a total of 1,200 square feet. The living room offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment, while the bathrooms are equipped with essential fixtures. Each bedroom provides sufficient room for furniture and personal items. The property includes amenities such as cable readiness, heating, high-speed internet access,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
904
Median Age
25
Population Density
30 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
1.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,564
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,773
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
54.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
54.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
50%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
54''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
97/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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