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Stately home and prominent neighbors
The historic district of Boston Edison sits a few miles north of downtown Detroit. The community is known for its extensive array of stately homes and the prominent residents who have lived in them over the years, such as Henry Ford and Ty Cobbs. One of the most iconic houses in the district is the Motown Mansion, an Italianate estate built in 1917 and the longtime home of music executive Berry Gordon. "In Boston Edison, there are large, sprawling houses with big yards and original ornamentation. If these houses were in a neighborhood like Bloomfield Hills, they would sell for millions," says Ashley Mann, a Realtor with @Properties Christie International who grew up near the neighborhood. "The neighbors are a mix of generational owners, longtime residents and people who have bought homes recently. They are all passionate about living here."
Boston-Edison was once home to many wealthy American entrepreneurs, including Henry Ford.
Many notable Detroiters, including Berry Gordy, owned property in Boston-Edison.
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A range of well-designed homes
The neighborhood was designed by Edward Voight and is known for its different architectural styles, including Greek Revival, Romanesque, Tudor Revival, Italian Renaissance and others. Homes here sit back from wide, tree-lined streets. Sidewalks throughout the neighborhood beckon dog walkers and strollers. The neighborhood was designed by Edward Voight and is known for its wide streets and a large park. Prices here vary from around $150,000 for a 1917 Tudor Revival fixer-upper to $850,000 for a 1908 Italian Renaissance Revival home once owned by Henry Ford.
Voigt Park is located just a few minutes from home.
Large, well maintained mansions in Boston-Edison date back to the turn of the century.
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Local high has a law club
Detroit Public Community Schools serve the neighborhood. Students can attend Spain Elementary-Middle School, which has a C-minus rating from Niche and a 13-1 student-teacher ratio. Area students may attend Cass Technical High School, which has a B-plus rating. In 2023, Michigan State University launched a law club at the high school to help students understand how our democracy works and what role they can play in it.
Charles L. Spain Elementary-Middle School has an overall Niche grade of C-.
Cass Technical High School empowers every student to build a stronger Detroit.
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Parks, playgrounds and picnics
Voigt Park is a 7-acre green space located within Boston Edison. The shady respite is ideal for quiet walks or a picnic with friends or family. Gordon Park is also part of the community; the little park features playground equipment, picnic tables and a pavilion. Just outside the neighborhood, McDuffy Park was established in 2021. The green space includes a paved walkway, playground equipment and a horseshoe pit.
Voigt Park is a century old 7-acre Detroit City park located at the heart of Boston-Edison.
Kids will enjoy playing outdoors on Gordon Park's jungle gym.
Voigt Park offers plenty of room to run a dog, toss a disc, or enjoy nature.
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Fashion shops and four-cheese macaroni
Since some say Boston Edison is at the heart of Detroit, it only makes sense that there are plenty of shopping and dining options available. The Fisher Building is 3 miles away. The repurposed skyscraper is now home to fashion shops, restaurants, office space and a theater. Yama sells upscale women’s apparel. Nearby grocery stores include Whole Foods, Family Foods and King Cole Foods. The neighborhood also has dozens of good restaurants within walking distance. The Congregation Coffee Shop is in a former church. With its arched ceilings and expansive windows, the coffee and the venue make for an uplifting experience. Outdoor seating is just across the street from Gordon Playground. Just a block from the neighborhood, The Wright Kitchen features a four-cheese macaroni and blackberry peach cobbler that are local favorites.
Residents of Boston-Edison attend concerts and plays held at the Fisher Theater.
Shop for all your vintage clothing needs at the Peacock Room in New Center.
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Things to do and places to see
In August, many residents head to Woodward Avenue to catch the Woodward Dream Cruise, the world’s largest auto festival. The event brings in more than 1 million people to participate or watch as 40,000 cars slowly drive from one end of the city to the other. It’s Motor City’s annual tribute to classic cars and cruising. Head down to Hart Plaza in September for the world’s biggest free jazz festival. For more than 4 decades, the Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation has put on this celebration of Detroit’s rich history and top talents in jazz music. The Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament is adjacent to Boston Editon. The structure was built between 1913 and 1930. The Norman Gothic-style church features two spires and an organ with 1,745 pipes. The Cathedral serves as the archdiocese for Detroit. The Detroit Zoo is a favorite place for big and small locals. Located in the suburban town of Ferndale, the zoo is home to more than 200 species of animals.
The Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament is the seat of the Archbishop of Detroit.
Residents of Boston Edison enjoy contributing to community gardens and beautification projects.
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How to get from here to there
Route 10 is a major thoroughfare that runs through the middle of Boston Edison, providing a 6-mile drive to downtown Detroit. The airport is a 20-mile drive. Bus service is available throughout the neighborhood. The community has a moderate crime rate. Boston Edison is considered a walkable neighborhood. With a CAP Index score of 6/10, the neighborhood has a moderate crime problem.
Route 10, located in the middle of Boston-Edison, provides quick access to downtown Detroit.
Ride your electric scooter down Woodward Avenue in the Boston–Edison Historic District.
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Boston Edison Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Boston Edison, Detroit sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Boston Edison, Detroit over the last 12 months is $267,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Space and light define this meticulously renovated home in the Boston Edison Historic District. The proportions and distinguished character of an established Detroit residence, with generous room sizes, large windows, and original trim features, are set in an open, airy layout creating a home that is elegant and warm.The first floor foyer, with original tile, opens into a wide central
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Renovated two family flat in Detroit's Atkinson Avenue Historic District, a 1916 duplex built at 3,158 square feet, one street south of Boston-Edison's mansions. The house still carries its original bones: an arched passage between the dining and living rooms, a brick fireplace with a painted mantel, hot water radiator heat, and refinished hardwood floors throughout. Atkinson filled in between
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Great vacant lot opportunity to build new housing in a thriving community close to Motown Museum, Henry Ford Hospital, New Center/Downtown Area. The DLBA is seeking proposals that are for small- to medium-scale infill development with the goal of increasing housing supply and restoring the urban fabric, as well as density and walkability. Interested buyers should consult our proposal guidelines
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Welcome to 2555 W Boston Blvd, a beautifully updated home located in the heart of Detroit's prestigious Boston-Edison Historic District, one of the city's most admired neighborhoods, celebrated for its rich history and architecturally diverse homes. This charming residence perfectly blends timeless character with modern updates, offering 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Step inside and
Cathedral Arts Apartments is the brand new community located just outside of Downtown Detroit. The brand new four story construction sits on what used to be a vacant lot across from the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament. This community features 53 Two Bedroom Apartment Homes, housing modern features such as in unit laundry, controlled heating and cooling, dishwashers, microwaves, garbage
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