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A newly defined neighborhood with deep roots in Detroit culture
Buffalo Charles is named for its location at the intersection of Buffalo and Charles streets in the heart of Northeast Detroit. The cultural enclave of Banglatown sits across Conant, while Jayne-Lasky Park forms the neighborhood's northwest corner. Access to nearby conveniences pair with competitive home prices, plus Hamtramck’s large General Motors plant, which is less than 3 miles away.
Buffalo Charles is a highly walkable neighborhood with access to nearby amenities.
Homes in Detroit's Buffalo Charles neighborhood ranged between $70-180k in the past few years.
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Easy access to factory jobs and healthcare
Like many Detroit neighborhoods, Buffalo Charles was developed with the primary goal of housing autoworkers. General Motors’ “Factory Zero” plant in Hamtramck is a 10-minute drive south, offering employment opportunities to over 4,500 workers. The nearest hospital, the Highland Park Health Center, is an 8-minute drive down State Route 8.
Highland Park Health Center is conveniently located minutes from home ij Buffalo Charles.
General Motor's new Goal Zero Factory is located to the south of Buffalo Charles.
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Vintage homes are being remodeled in Buffalo Charles
Homes in Buffalo Charles speak to the rise of the Motor City’s automaking industry. Most properties were built from the 1900s to the ’50s in conjunction with jobs in the booming industry. In the 1990s, Buffalo Charles fell on hard times because of deindustrialization, but the neighborhood is experiencing new investment as vintage properties are remodeled. Updated properties have sold for $215,000 to $250,000, while older homes can sell for $90,000 to $200,000. The core of the neighborhood consists mostly of apartments, while its outer streets are densely packed with small homes and curbside trees.
Buffalo Charles contains dozens of more modern ranch style homes.
Cozy bungalow style homes in Buffalo Charles are ideal for first time buyers.
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Diverse cuisines and shops are around every corner
Due to its location along Conant, Buffalo Charles offers easy access to diverse shopping and dining. Several Bangladeshi businesses line the major thoroughfare, with Aladdin Sweets and Café being among the most established. The restaurant specializes in Bengali entrees like biryani as well as traditional desserts like Makhan malai. Bangladeshi food markets add to Buffalo Charles’ selection of grocery options, which also includes Family Dollar and Dollar General. Deep in the heart of the neighborhood, Charles Deli & Grocery serves as the local corner store, while LeRoy’s Kitchen is a popular catering outlet due to its menu of soul food and seafood. Evening sees Outer Limits Lounge take on a rock-and-roll atmosphere as local bands offer a soundtrack for no-frills, dive bar relaxation.
Stop by Aladdin Sweets and Café for their excellent lunch buffet.
Visti Oasis Market on Conant Street for convenience items.
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Jayne-Lasky Park is a go-to for outdoor recreation
Jayne-Lasky Park offers plenty of outdoor recreation in the northwest corner of Buffalo Charles. Baseball diamonds, soccer fields, playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts fill its 65 acres of green space. The park also includes a small space for canine play, plus Detroit’s only public minigolf course.
Have fun with the whole family at the Lasky Putt Putt Course.
Take a break while the kids play at Jayne-Lasky Park in the Banglatown neighborhood.
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Innovative extracurriculars at Pershing High
Davison Elementary-Middle School, located in neighboring Banglatown, serves grades K-8 and receives a C rating from Niche. C-minus-rated Pershing High School, though struggling with declining enrollment and threatened closure, gives its students chances to shine in engineering and STEM programs.
Davison Elementary-Middle School serves students in grades PK, K-8.
Pershing High School served 408 students in 2025, according to Niche.
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Parks in this Area
Jayne-Lasky Park
Collins Park
Lasky Dog Park
Lasky Cricket Ground
Laksey Putt Putt Course
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
36 min drive
Bus
Conant & Commor
Bus
Caniff & Alpena
Bus
Conant & Sobieski
Bus
Mound & Caniff
Bus
Mound & Mt Elliott
Bus
Caniff & Buffalo
Bus
Conant & Lawley
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Buffalo Charles
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Buffalo Charles Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buffalo Charles, Detroit sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Buffalo Charles, Detroit over the last 12 months is $530,676, up 93% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautifully maintained brick house featuring two spacious bedrooms, one full bathroom, a cozy living room, dining area, and kitchen. The newly finished attic has a separate entrance and includes two additional bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a full bathroom—perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income. The property also offers a two-car detached garage and a half basement, ideal for
Two-Family Home in Prime Hamtramck Location! Welcome to this spacious and well-maintained two-family residence located in the heart of Hamtramck, offering incredible value and versatility. Whether you're looking for a great investment property or a perfect multi-generational home, this one checks all the boxes!5 Bedrooms2 Full Kitchens2.5 BathroomsThis home
Bring your personal touch to this Hamtramck home. Large living room with 10-foot ceilings. Living room can be a combination living room and dining room. Kitchen has an additional storage room. First floor laundry - washer and dryer included. Two full baths: One on each floor. Two Furnaces: First floor furnace 10 years old. Upper/second floor furnace is five years old. Roof is only 5 years
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,814
Median Age
30
Population under 18
33.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,827
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,310
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
64.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
% Population in Labor Force
46.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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