In Georgetown Commons, culture and industry meet in southeast Dearborn. Located just north of the Ford Rouge Complex, this neighborhood was once primarily occupied by plant workers in the 1930s and 40s, many of whom were Middle Eastern immigrants looking to build better lives for their families. Since then, Georgetown Commons and surrounding neighborhoods have grown into culturally rich communities. "The people who have moved into Dearborn looking for work at the Ford plant, they settled down and built these like ethnic enclaves," says Victor Fawaz, Realtor with Re/Max Team 2000. "That's impacted the culture of these areas. You have the shops, the stores, and stuff like that." Community and convenience are the primary reasons buyers look to Georgetown Commons. While it's not as affluent as neighborhoods like Colson Ruby or Ford Woods, it is a more affordable starting point. It's also primarily renter-occupied, so it appeals to many investors.
Dearborn Village Square gives locals another convenient housing option in Georgetown Commons.
Georgetown Commons is just south of Dearborn's downtown area along Michigan Ave.
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Shopping on Michigan, Schaefer and Prospect
Residents can walk to Michigan Avenue, which borders this neighborhood to the north, for a broad selection of stores, restaurants and services. While many storefronts along Michigan were closed in the past decade, the thoroughfare is seeing a resurgence. "Everywhere you turn is a new place opening up, and they have something better than the last place you went to," Fawaz says. Residents can walk to the original Haraz Coffee House to grab Yemini coffee or classic lattes at Mokaccino Café. Dining options range from Middle Eastern staples at La Shish to Detroit-style coneys at Joe's Top Dog Restaurant. Prospect Avenue is home to Maza Foods, a Costco-style bulk grocery store, and Dearborn Produce Wholesale. Grocery stores are also along Schaefer Road, which borders Georgetown Commons to the west. The Fish Market offers seafood on ice, while Dearborn Fresh Supermarket is known for its broad selection of Arabic ingredients and halal meats.
Haraz Coffee House serves culturally-inspired Yemeni coffee drinks north of Georgetown Commons.
Joe's Top Dog Restaurant gives Georgetown Commons diners a classic Coney-style experience.
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1930s and 40s houses that hardly go up for sale
Small cottages, bungalows and colonial-style houses built in the 1930s and 40s line the streets. While most options are single-family, there are also many two-family flats and a few small apartment complexes. With an average lot size of just 4,400 square feet, homes have small front and backyards and are only a few feet from their neighbors. Generally, properties are separated by driveways. Due to older infrastructure, minor street flooding can be an issue in this neighborhood. There are also train tracks on the south side that cause noise throughout the day. Homes hardly hit the market, but three houses sold in 2024. Their prices ranged from $220,000 to $325,000.
Colonial styling tends to provide the largest floor plans in Georgetown Commons homes.
Two story stacked flats make efficient use of the compact lots in Georgetown Commons.
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Miller Elementary, Stout Middle and Fordson High School
From kindergarten through eighth grade, kids can attend Miller Elementary, which has a B-minus rating on Niche. Stout Middle School is the next step and also has a B-minus. Fordson High School has a B and is ranked the 25th-best public high school in Wayne County. All Dearborn public schools offer halal lunches and prayer accommodations, which Fawaz says is a plus for many. "It feels like they don't have to worry too much because their ideal or principles or religious obligations are honored," he says. "Like fasting, not eating certain foods and stuff like that. Those things are important to them."
Stout Middle School's athletics motto is "Stout Strong".
Fordson High School earned a "B" rating in 2025, according to Niche.
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Visiting Hemlock Park
There aren't any parks with Georgetown Commons, so residents have to travel for recreation. Hemlock Park is about a mile north of this neighborhood and is one of the largest greenspaces in east Dearborn. It has walking and biking trails, a baseball field and a playground. Fawaz says that families head to the park during summer to enjoy picnics and let kids play outside.
All ages can enjoy the splash pad at Hemlock Park.
The modern play structures at Lapeer Park are perfect for children of all ages.
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Walkability, Interstate 94 and the Southfield Freeway
Residents of Georgetown Commons can walk to schools, stores and mosques, including Masjid Al-Salaam. They can also easily access major highways. Michigan Avenue meets with I-94 about a half mile east of the neighborhood and the Southfield Freeway about 3 miles west. While access to I-94 is convenient, it can cause noise pollution during rush hour. Henry Ford Medical Center-Fairlane offers 24-hour medical care and is about 4 miles west. Detroit Metro Airport is 13 miles west.
The Ramadan Suhoor Festival and Dearborn Homecoming
The Ramadan Suhoor Festival, held at Fairlane Mall, is the largest in North America. It attracts thousands of Muslims from across the state to Dearborn annually, allowing them a safe space to congregate and break fasting. The festival features dozens of food vendors and various activities. Ford Field Park is home to the annual Dearborn Homecoming Festival. The three-day summer event features live music, carnival rides, food vendors and a fireworks display.
Nearby Fairlane Mall provides over 250 outlet stores for Georgetown Commons shoppers to peruse.
Meet up with friends on the court at Ford Field Park.
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Slightly higher crime risk
Georgetown Commons's crime index score is slightly elevated at 6 out of 10, compared to the US average of 4.
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Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
26 min drive
Bus
Michigan & Lois
Bus
Schaefer & Maple
Bus
Oakman & Miller
Bus
Michigan & Miller
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Georgetown Commons
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Georgetown Commons, Dearborn sell after 2 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Georgetown Commons, Dearborn over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 25% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,477
Median Age
31
Population under 18
34%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,124
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
67.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
55.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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