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Aviation blends industrial roots with modern cultural vibrancy
Located on the site of an old airplane drag strip once owned by the legendary industrialist Henry Ford, Dearborn’s Aviation contains a great deal of history and culture within its one-square-mile area. This neighborhood is a crossroads in more than one sense; not only do six streets intersect at Aviation’s heart, but Warren Avenue’s restaurants and Wyoming Avenue’s retail outlets meet on a street corner that provides access to both Levantine gastronomy and major shopping conveniences. While little known to many residents of Metro Detroit, this neighborhood brings out the best qualities of historic Dearborn.
Aviation's history begins with the golden age of American innovation in the early decades of the 20th century. Automaking giant Henry Ford purchased the Morrow Airfield located on a subdivision acquired by real estate mogul Robert Oakman, whose name lives on in Detroit’s Oakman Boulevard. While the airfield may have been replaced by urban development, this neighborhood’s rich history has since been augmented by its transformation into an oasis of cultural diversity.
Neighborhoods have varied architecture and low vacancy
Realtor Al Bazzy of Strategy Properties says, “Aviation is located on Detroit’s northwest side, just north of the city’s border with Dearborn. The neighborhood maintains one of the lowest vacancy rates in the entire city, and the streets are lined with well-manicured lawns.” These streets are also lined with a variety of housing styles, from classic colonials and cottages to more recently built foursquares and bungalows. Bazzy adds, “The vast majority of the homes in the area are solid brick-built, in varying styles and sizes; average rental rates for this neighborhood range between $800-$900 depending on the size of the home.” Properties tend to sell for between $300,000 and $400,000, well above Dearborn’s average home value of $235,000. Aviation stands out among its peers for its abundance of large homes with a diversity of designs, as well as for its charming streetscapes; Bazzy says, “Streets like Oakman Boulevard and Esper feature beautiful brick properties and well-maintained lawns.”
The local food scene centers on Middle Eastern cuisine and groceries
While most of this neighborhood is residential in character, a retail corridor along Warren Avenue serves as the culinary hub of Aviation. The majority of these restaurants serve Middle Easter cuisines, from Iraqi kebabs to Lebanese manakeesh. One of the most famous restaurants in Aviation is al-Ameer, a local Lebanese restaurant whose delicious platters of rice, shawarma, and fresh-baked bread have earned this local treasure a James Beard Foundation Award for Excellence. If your love for Middle Eastern cooking transcends the occasional restaurant visit, pick up some authentic Levantine goods at Hashems Roastery and Market, where tea, spices, and even imported nuts fill the shelves. For an even wider selection of produce and other grocery goods, visit the Eastborn Fruit Market for your general shopping needs.
Arthur Basse Park offers green space near retail hub
Located just a block away from the excitement of Warren Avenue is the small Arthur Basse Park, where kids can enjoy the playground facilities, and families can have an outdoor lunch under the park’s picnic shelter.
Students attend Dearborn schools with STEM programs
Students benefit from an above-average public education, starting with the “C-plus”-rated McDonald Elementary School and continuing with the “B”-rated Lowrey Middle School before culminating with the “B”-rated Fordson High school, which has consistently ranked among the top 100 STEM high schools in the state.
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Parks in this Area
Graham Park
Harold G Cross Park
Freda-Blesser Playlot
Anthony Park
Arthur Basse Park
Bieniek Park
Soccer
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Warren Gateway: Joe Louis Greenway
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
35 min drive
Bus
Tireman & Sorrento
Bus
Schaefer & Warren
Bus
Wyoming & Warren
Bus
Tireman & Middlepoint
Bus
Tireman & Theisen
Bus
Tireman & Cheyenne
Bus
Wyoming & Diversey
Aviation Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Aviation, Dearborn sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Aviation, Dearborn over the last 12 months is $190,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Section 8 Welcome! Beautiful and spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home available in the heart of East Dearborn (48126), nestled in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. This well-maintained property features a large living room, two separate dining area, and two full kitchens with appliances. Each of the four bedrooms offers generous space, and the home includes two private balconies, one on each floor,
Section 8 accepted. Beautiful lower-level apartment available in the heart of East Dearborn (48126), located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. This spacious 2 bedrooms, 1-bath unit features a large living room, a separate dining area, a full kitchen with appliances. You'll also enjoy a private balcony, perfect for relaxing. The unit includes heating and A/C, access to a shared basement with a
Section 8 accepted. Beautiful upper-level apartment available in the heart of East Dearborn (48126), located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. This spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit features a large living room, a separate dining area, a full kitchen with appliances, and a generously sized bedroom with a walk-in closet. You'll also enjoy a private balcony, perfect for relaxing. The unit includes
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,689
Median Age
33
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$64,827
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
51.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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