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The rebirth of Detroit's "Core City"
Located just a stone’s throw away from downtown Detroit, the 4-square-mile neighborhood of Core City is emblematic of the vast city around it. While sharing the Motor City’s past struggles with deindustrialization and urban decay, Core City is experiencing revitalization, renewal and even a resurgence as new single-family homes and townhouses are being built. This housing renaissance comes as recent downtown development and big-box investment are bringing jobs and new life to this community at the heart of Detroit, making Core City a promising investment.
Grand River stretches from Core City to downtown Detroit.
The Sawtooth building is an anchor in Core City's future.
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Innovative architecture
“The innovative spirit of Detroit is undeniable as you explore the unique galleries, attend dynamic events and witness the area’s ongoing evolution,” Matthew Talbot, founder and team lead for The Talbot Team realty company, says about the transformation that’s blossoming through Core City and downtown. The excitement and anticipation in Core City’s atmosphere are tangible, expressed through Core City’s rapidly evolving housing market. One such example is the minimalist hut community, True North Detroit. Businessman Phil Kafka used low-cost prefabricated material to construct eight SteelMaster Quonset steel huts for living and working, bringing new variety to an older housing inventory. Completed in 2017, this revival of World War II military housing styles is complete with gardens, a community pavilion, parking and three pathways that open into the broader community. In addition, the nonprofit Core City Neighborhoods, Inc. has championed the effort to build about 100 single-family homes and condominium-type housing in the early 2000s for moderate to low-income residents. Generous investments from local community organizations and business leaders have kept property values extremely low compared to other areas, enabling business growth and development in this up-and-coming area. Homes vary in price from $100,000 to $382,750, with older homes filling the lower tier of this range and new townhouses bringing new life and a greater pricing variety to Core City. Empty lots valued between $2,500 and $99,000 are also scattered throughout the building, presenting promising opportunities for future homebuilding. “There is real land and real real-estate in a killer location to downtown and other sought-out areas,” Talbot adds.
The Quonset hut gets a twenty first century makeover at True North in Core City.
Urban planners and architects love Core City.
Ish Rafiuddin and Prince Concepts create iconic and community shaping projects in Core City.
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Graffiti and gardens
This small neighborhood is home to a few green spaces for outdoor recreation, among them Humboldt Forest. This privately-owned, but publicly available forum of creativity has become a popular spot for graffiti art, while the surrounding green space is often used as a dog park. Throughout Core City, a handful of community gardens, such as that at 16th Forest Park, have sprung up as grassroots initiatives to beautify this neighborhood’s streetscapes.
Feel the love in Core City.
Humboldt Forest Public Park walls are built as a canvas for local graffiti artists in Core City.
Core City Park is an urban green scape designed by Julie Bargmann in Core City.
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A school called Quest
In addition to the wide range of prices proving to be a draw, some of the surrounding schools in the district are high performing. Hamtramck Academy has an A-minus rating from Niche, while the nationally known Cass Technical High School has a B-plus rating and Quest Charter Academy has a B rating. Nearby Cass, which counts Diana Ross, Ellen Burstyn and David Alan Grier as graduates, is a city-wide rigorous college-preparatory charter school; students must pass an examination to be admitted.
George Crockett Academy serves Core City students.
Core City youth attend Burton International Academy.
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Downtown driving
A critical factor in Core City’s growth it its proximity to the lights and action of downtown Detroit, which lays just 2.5 miles away. Locals can access downtown via a car ride of less than 10 minutes down Grand River Avenue or along 14th Street and Michigan Avenue, while the 3 Grand River bus departs from Grand River & Buchanan and lands riders at Washington & Michigan just blocks from the city center at Campus Martius Park.
Grand River connects Core City to downtown Detroit.
Core City is home to innovative concepts like PARK(ing), a lot with 78 trees for 28 cars.
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High-grade dining
Core City would not have experienced such a rebirth without the support of local businesses, which also bring local residents together behind lunch tables and along bar counters. Among the most famous local businesses are Hygrade Deli and Mike’s Famous Ham Place on Michigan Avenue. Hygrade is known for its hot roast beef sandwich with potatoes and gravy, as well as a stacked corned beef sandwich that challenges the average jaw range. The deli was recently bought from the previous owner of 50 years, with its new owner, Detroit native Charles Nolen, also owning the popular but low-key Cutter’s Bar & Grill in the nearby Eastern Market.
Mikes Famous Ham Place has served nearby Core City since 1974.
Cafe Prince is a de facto incubator of ideas in Core City.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Core City
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Core City Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Core City, Detroit sell after 120 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Core City, Detroit over the last 12 months is $290,000, up 50% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great opportunity for infill housing development. Zoned R2. This property is sold in a bundle with 4450 15th St and 4466 15th St totaling 11,499 sqft. Not sold separately. All lots sold together for 45k. Not sold separately. Buyer must submit an application to purchase, including construction plans or precedent architectural images of proposed development & financing plan w/ POF or Pre-approval
Great opportunity for infill housing development. Zoned R2. This property is sold in a bundle with 4454 15th St and 4466 15th St totaling 11,499 sqft. Not sold separately. All lots sold together for 45k. Not sold separately. Buyer must submit an application to purchase, including construction plans or precedent architectural images of proposed development & financing plan w/ POF or Pre-approval
Who wants to roll up their sleeves and SAVE THIS HOUSE?! This 1110 square foot home located in the newest up and coming community, Core City! This home was built in 1895. It is ready and waiting for your renovations! Beautiful original hardwood floors throughout the main floor, all new doors and custom windows installed in 2022 (A 25K Value!). These can also be repurposed because zoning for the
Roberts III Apartments is a stately, urban high-rise apartment building located minutes from downtown. Newly renovated building; including fitness center, recreation room, community center. Enjoy the quick trip to the Motor City Casino, the Cultural Center, and the University District. Live conveniently at Roberts III Apartments as we are situated near all major freeways with access to the Grand
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,659
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$23,050
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$26,671
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
63.5%
College Graduates
7.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.1%
% Population in Labor Force
34.1%
Significantly 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
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
84/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
52/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
