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Berg-Lahser

Berg-Lahser

Suburban Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan

Wayne County 48219

$126,398 Average Value
$114 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Close to downtown but not too close

Berg-Lahser is a small Detroit neighborhood without much excitement, but residents say it’s a good place for families. “It’s quiet, peaceful,” says Pamela Samuel, a 35-year resident of Berg-Lahser, former president of the Berg-Lahser Community Association and licensed Realtor with Prime Financial Plus Realty. “And I just printed 1,400 newsletters for the community association. That’s how engaged the community is.” While the neighborhood is light on bars and significant events, it has some great amenities for families looking to live in Detroit without being in the thick of city action.

Berg-Lahser homes and community

The low-slung rooflines of ranch-style homes are widespread throughout Berg-Lahser, but the neighborhood also holds bungalow and Colonial-style homes. Though these homes might need some repairs, the neighborhood faces fewer challenges than other areas of Detroit. To help maintain neighborhood homes, the Berg-Lahser Community Association keeps residents informed of programs like federal loans for disaster relief, which help homeowners and renters rebuild after being impacted by natural disasters. These and other programs, Samuel says, do everything from providing zero-interest repair grants to helping residents pay their taxes. With the neighborhood being so well-maintained, potential homebuyers can find homes needing little to no repairs for less than $100,000. Prices range from $63,000 to $263,000, and the median selling price is $145,135, up 32% from the previous year.

Locally organized events

Berg-Lahser is close enough to downtown Detroit for residents to enjoy significant events like the recent NFL draft pick or the North American International Detroit Auto Show. Still, Samuel says the Berg-Lahser Community Association organizes smaller events throughout the year. “We usually have a Christmas giveaway where we give families food baskets for Christmas,” she says. “We have meetings at First Baptist World Changers, and they let us hold community events there.” Some events held at the church include a three-week entrepreneurship and money management course and a monthly women’s club, Amazing Women of Excellence.

Groceries at Sam’s Club, local restaurants for dining out

For families looking to cook or dine out, there are a couple of options in Berg-Lahser. “Omega Coney Island is the go-to place for a bite to eat,” Samuel says. “And Sam’s Club is right across the street. That’s where everyone goes for their groceries.” Detroit seafood market Manhattan Fish and Chicken gives residents a local option for fresh seafood and ready-made meals. For retail shopping options, Berg-Lahser residents will have to head to nearby shopping stops like Redford Oaks Shopping Center in Five Points or Seven and Evergreen Plaza in Evergreen Lahser 7/8. For families with kids looking for something to do on a Saturday, The Northland Roller Rink has been a community staple for over 70 years.

Upcoming greenways to connect families to more park options

The two parks in Berg-Lahser are grass multi-use fields with no amenities, but upcoming changes will connect Berg-Lahser families to other Detroit parks and neighborhoods offering a little more. The city is currently planning and constructing the Joe Louis Greenway—a network of trails and sidewalks to connect parks and communities throughout the city—and plans show the greenway will connect to a stretch of sidewalks in the north end of Berg-Lahser. Another planned Greenway, the Rouge River Greenway, will end at Berg-Lahser’s Frisbee-Pembroke Park, which sits along the banks of the Rouge River in Berg-Lahser.

Interstate access is a short drive away

The Detroit Department of Transportation operates bus stops along the neighborhood’s major roads like Eight Mile Road, West Seven Mile Road and Lahser Road. As the neighborhood’s largest road, Eight Mile Road can eventually connect drivers to Interstates 75 and 94 after a short drive. Just west of the neighborhood, Telegraph Road connects to Interstate 96, south of Berg-Lahser. Residents who like to walk will be happy knowing Berg-Lahser’s roads have plenty of sidewalks, and the city’s upcoming greenways connect those to neighborhoods and parks across the city.

Public charter options and a media-focused high school

With two public charter schools in the neighborhood, Berg-Lahser families have their choice of schools. Serving kindergarten through 8th grade and earning a C on Niche, Madison-Carver Academy offers a Junior Achievement program, after-school sports and a Legacy Club for middle school students. Weston Academy also serves kindergarten through 8th grade but earns a D-minus. High school students can earn college credits through the Dual Enrollment program at Communication and Media Arts High School, which earns a C.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Derek Lievens

    Derek Lievens

    Market Elite Inc

    (586) 930-6312

    110 Total Sales

    1 in Berg-Lahser

    $83,000 Price

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  • Clarence Wilson

    Clarence Wilson

    RCH Brokerage Legacy Inc

    (313) 497-5586

    235 Total Sales

    1 in Berg-Lahser

    $114,000 Price

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  • Dominick Procopio

    Dominick Procopio

    RE/MAX First

    (586) 474-4798

    47 Total Sales

    1 in Berg-Lahser

    $45,000 Price

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  • John Collins

    John Collins

    Century 21 Curran & Oberski

    (248) 949-1475

    146 Total Sales

    2 in Berg-Lahser

    $185K - $193K Price Range

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  • Rhonda Milner

    Rhonda Milner

    Responds Quickly

    Reach Realty Group

    (313) 723-4970

    25 Total Sales

    2 in Berg-Lahser

    $70K - $85K Price Range

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    Irvin Gilliam

    Responds Quickly

    Luxury Home Enterprise LLC

    (248) 487-1706

    102 Total Sales

    2 in Berg-Lahser

    $100K - $725K Price Range

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Detroit Metro Wayne County

38 min drive

Bus

Lahser & St Martins

Bus

Lahser & 8 Mile

Bus

7 Mile & Beaverland

Bus

7 Mile & Mcintyre

Bus

7 Mile & Lahser

Bus

7 Mile & Berg

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Berg-Lahser US
Homicide 10 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Berg-Lahser Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Berg-Lahser, Detroit sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Berg-Lahser, Detroit over the last 12 months is $147,850, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$145,000
Median Sale Price
$147,850
Median Single Family Sale Price
$151,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$114

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,358
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,377
Significantly below the national average
1,933

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,985
Median Age
43
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$39,860
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,882

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.1%
College Graduates
16.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
% Population in Labor Force
50.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

38 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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