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Conner Creek

Conner Creek

$68,051 Average Value
$254 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Eminem's childhood neighborhood in suburban Detroit

While notable for being rapper Eminem's childhood neighborhood, Conner Creek's namesake stream has a longer and more current history. The creek flows southward and empties into the Detroit River and was a major food source for indigenous people. As the area developed, construction forced the waterway to flow underground, leaving no visible trace of the creek today. Yet, the name lives on in the gridded subdivision where a collection of homes is gaining renewed interest for their regionally competitive prices, proximity to retail and dining, and straightforward 9-mile commutes to downtown Detroit. Further, where the creek once flowed above ground, the Conner Creek Greenway project is again connecting the area to the Detroit River—this time via bike paths—and the community through events and programs.
Connor Creek is known for being a quiet, tight knit neighborhood located minutes from downtown.
Connor Creek is known for being a quiet, tight knit neighborhood located minutes from downtown.
Connor Creek is known for its selection of small, affordable bungalow style homes.
Connor Creek is known for its selection of small, affordable bungalow style homes.
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Mostly single-story homes

Conner Creek is the result of mid-20th-century suburban development, and it shows. Cottages and bungalows with spacious yards line wide, sidewalk-flaked streets, and many areas have yard-wide channels of lawns between the street and sidewalk. Realtor Paul Nichols of Worth Clark Realty says, “There are large, fenced backyards for grilling, chilling, and entertaining family and friends.” Home prices vary from $30,000 to $95,000, making Conner Creek one of the city’s least expensive neighborhoods. The median home price is $53,500, up 10% from the previous year. “Whether homebuyers are looking to move into a home of their own or add to their rental portfolio, they’ve come to the right place,” says Nichols.
Cottage style homes in Connor Creek are ideal for first time home buyers.
Cottage style homes in Connor Creek are ideal for first time home buyers.
Bungalow style homes in Connor Creek offer more room for growing families.
Bungalow style homes in Connor Creek offer more room for growing families.
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Bel Air Luxury Cinema and a handful of local restaurants

Conner Creek may be a small, primarily residential community, but it borders the famous 8 Mile Road, perhaps best known for its association with the local music legend Eminem. To the west, the road leads to an industrial area where Forman Mills, a discount retailer, is also located. Van Dyke Avenue runs perpendicular to 8 Mile and has restaurants and other businesses. Me & My Girls Soul Food cooks up a selection of classic soul food dishes, and Great Lakes Fish and Chicken is there as well. East on Gratiot Avenue, Detroit Blues Cafe is a lively bar with weekly events. Mike's Fresh Market is also along the road for grocery runs. Joe Randazzo’s Fruit & Vegetable Market is located at the southern end of the neighborhood.
Take the family out for dinner & a movie at Bel Air Cinema.
Take the family out for dinner & a movie at Bel Air Cinema.
Stop by Royal Fish & Chicken for a delicious lunch or dinner for the family.
Stop by Royal Fish & Chicken for a delicious lunch or dinner for the family.
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Pro sports and street racing

Downtown Detroit is less than 10 miles south of Conner Creek, so the city's slate of sports franchises is within reach. If residents want to tap into the city’s automotive roots, they can head downtown in the spring and watch the Detroit Grand Prix. The IndyCar road race takes place on the streets of downtown Detroit, which are blocked off and lined with spectator space so residents can watch all the action.
Take a photo in a real Indy Car at the Detroit Grand Prix.
Take a photo in a real Indy Car at the Detroit Grand Prix.
Opening Day at Commerica Park is something Detroiters look forward to all winter long.
Opening Day at Commerica Park is something Detroiters look forward to all winter long.
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Pulaski Elementary-Middle and Osborn High

Students live a few blocks from Pulaski Elementary-Middle School and Osborn High School. Both schools bear C-minus ratings from Niche, but Osborn High’s teachers have received high marks, and students enjoy a smaller student-to-teacher ratio than the national average.
Children attending Pulaski Elementary-Middle School receive the support they need to succeed.
Children attending Pulaski Elementary-Middle School receive the support they need to succeed.
Osborn High School offers a variety of after-school and extra curricular programs for kids.
Osborn High School offers a variety of after-school and extra curricular programs for kids.
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Baseball at Marruso Park and biking along the Detroit River

The Conner Creek Greenway runs along Conner Street, offering a biking path that runs south toward the Detroit River. The multi-million dollar project headed by The Detroit Eastside Community Collaborative aims to provide 9 miles of cycling paths and focus community building projects, such as bike rides and bike repair workshops. On Annott Avenue, Marruso Park has a playground, a baseball field and a basketball court. Kids can also enjoy a playground at Wish Egan Park on Schoenherr Street. Much like Marruso, Wish Egan is home to a baseball field and basketball court, and a paved path surrounds the park. Bel Air Luxury Cinema is located within the neighborhood as well.
There is plenty of room to practice your shot, swing, or throw at Calimera Park.
There is plenty of room to practice your shot, swing, or throw at Calimera Park.
Marrusso Park is centrally located inside the community.
Marrusso Park is centrally located inside the community.
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Interstate 94 just a few miles away

Residents have plenty of space to walk since Conner Creek streets are replete with sidewalks. There are bus stops along larger streets like 8 Mile Road, 7 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue. Van Dyke also takes drivers 4 miles south to Interstate 94 or 9 miles south into downtown Detroit.
Access to DDOT and SMART bus stops throughout Connor Creek and the surrounding area.
Access to DDOT and SMART bus stops throughout Connor Creek and the surrounding area.
I-94 is located near Connor Creek, making commutes to and from downtown easy.
I-94 is located near Connor Creek, making commutes to and from downtown easy.
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Crime

Conner Creek’s overall CAP Index is 8, compared to the nation’s overall score of 4. The index is a 10-point scale with higher numbers indicating a higher risk of crime. The neighborhood receives the highest scores for violent crimes.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Windsor International

42 min drive

Bus

8 Mile & Bel Air Center

Bus

8 Mile & Strasburg

Bus

8 Mile & Veach

Bus

8 Mile & Van Dyke

Bus

Hoover & State Fair

Bus

Schoenherr & Bringard

Bus

Groesbeck & Collingham

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Conner Creek US
Homicide 10 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 10 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 8 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Conner Creek Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$552,750
Median Sale Price
$553,495
Median Single Family Sale Price
$539,272
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$699,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
104
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$254

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,731
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1943
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,202
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,732
Median Age
34
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$28,994
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,270

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.1%
College Graduates
1.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%

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®

39 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

49 / 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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