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Hemlock Park

Hemlock Park

Neighborhood in Dearborn, Michigan

Wayne County 48126

$279,347 Average Value
$195 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Hemlock Park is an urban neighborhood with a vibrant business scene and an upgraded park

Near the northern edge of Dearborn, Hemlock Park has long been one of the city’s main development centers, starting with homebuilding in the 1920s that continues more than a century later. Thriving business scenes embrace Warren Avenue to the north and Schaefer Road to the west, while Hemlock Park’s namesake green space expands its amenities. Easy access to health care and employment opportunities also help Hemlock Park stand out among its neighbors.
Downtown Detroit is not far from the busy intersection of Schaefer and Warren near Hemlock Park.
Downtown Detroit is not far from the busy intersection of Schaefer and Warren near Hemlock Park.
Hemlock Park is located on the southern edge of its namesake neighborhood.
Hemlock Park is located on the southern edge of its namesake neighborhood.
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Tree-shaded streets feature a mix of early 20th-century and turn-of-the-century properties

Hemlock Park’s housing stock was originally developed to keep up with a growing population of autoworkers during the first half of the 20th century. Since then, some homes were built as late as the mid-2000s. A mixture of brick cottages, Dutch Colonials and bungalows, many recently renovated, imbuing the neighborhood with a vintage vibe. The average street is shaded by curbside trees next to sidewalks, small front lawns and passages to rear driveways. Homes from the 1920s to ’40s tend to sell for $150,000 to $350,000, while those built since the 1970s have sold for $445,000 to $475,000.
Hemlock Park is a great neighborhood to raise a family.
Hemlock Park is a great neighborhood to raise a family.
Both old and new homes sit along the treelined streets of Hemlock Park.
Both old and new homes sit along the treelined streets of Hemlock Park.
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Fordson High has a major focus on football

Students can start their education at Lowrey Elementary School, which receives a B rating from Niche, before attending the B-minus-rated Lowrey Middle School and B-rated Fordson High School. Fordson High is regionally known for its football team, which has won dozens of conference and state titles.“It’s a very family-oriented area," Fawaz says. "Many teenagers go out to eat and stay out all night, and a lot of kids from school go out and do things together.”
Fordson High School features several athletic programs that kids can participate in.
Fordson High School features several athletic programs that kids can participate in.
The Lowrey School is a public, PreK-8 school located in Hemlock Park.
The Lowrey School is a public, PreK-8 school located in Hemlock Park.
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Major roads serve as hubs of diverse retail and restaurant options

“Dearborn is very popular for its food. We have around 600 restaurants and 50 cafes," says Victor Fawaz, a Realtor with Re/Max Team 2000 with extensive experience in the area. "There’s a new café opening up almost every day.” With its location near the center of town, Hemlock Park is surrounded by restaurants and retail. To the south, Ford Road is home to the Papaya Fruit Market, while Schaefer Road to the west is lined with local eateries. Qahwah House, run by eighth-generation coffee farmers, brings the flavors of Yemen to Metro Detroit, while Aldaar Restaurant offers Yemeni-style lamb over rice and shakshuka. Along Warren Avenue, dozens of restaurants add to the diverse culinary scene, including the Hamido Restaurant specializing in Lebanese-style rotisserie chicken and Darbunah Restaurant offering family-style meals. Super Greenland Market is a local grocer.
Super Greenland Market is a full-service grocery store located in the Hemlock Park neighborhood.
Super Greenland Market is a full-service grocery store located in the Hemlock Park neighborhood.
Hemlock Park includes several restaurants, including the Yemeni cuisine Aldaar Restaurant.
Hemlock Park includes several restaurants, including the Yemeni cuisine Aldaar Restaurant.
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Easy commutes to employment and healthcare

Hemlock Park’s location along Schaefer Road puts it within a 10-minute drive from Dearborn’s Ford manufacturing plant and neighboring factories. Caring Pediatrics is located within Hemlock Park, and the Detroit Community Health Connection general hospital is a 10-minute drive down Warren Avenue.

Outdoor activities from swimming to movie-watching

The neighborhood takes its name from Hemlock Park, a triangular-shaped green space located at its southern edge. Like the community itself, the park has never stopped growing: A public swimming pool was added in 1954 and a splash pad installed in 2019. A baseball diamond, a playground and hills used for wintertime sledding add to the park’s array of outdoor recreation. Fans of classic movies can relive the quintessential drive-in experience at the nearby Ford-Wyoming theater.
The Ford-Wyoming Drive-in is one of four operating drive-in theatres.
The Ford-Wyoming Drive-in is one of four operating drive-in theatres.
The Ford-Wyoming Drive-in is one of four operating drive-in theatres.
The Ford-Wyoming Drive-in is one of four operating drive-in theatres.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Detroit Metro Wayne County

28 min drive

Bus

Schaefer & Hemlock

Bus

Schaefer & Haggerty

Bus

Schaefer & Blesser

Bus

Schaefer & Ford

Bus

Schaefer & Henson

Bus

Schaefer & Donald

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Hemlock Park US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Hemlock Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$299,949
Median Sale Price
$272,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$282,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$195

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,307
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1932
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,463
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,570
Median Age
29
Population under 18
33%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.3%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$46,229
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,426

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
71.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
58.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
32''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

75 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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