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Detroit's oldest neighborhood: artistic, thriving and pedestrian-friendly
Located just west of downtown Detroit, Corktown has a charismatic, artistic undercurrent, creating an identity all its own. Colorful and ornate houses show off their personalities in Detroit’s oldest neighborhood, established in 1834. “Corktown is expanding both in terms of single-family homes and businesses. The draw is the entertainment and proximity to downtown,” says Miranda Morrow, licensed real estate broker at National Realty Centers with over 15 years of experience. Michigan Central Station, a former transportation hub, has recently reopened as a mixed-use space dedicated to mobility solutions, attracting significant investment to the area. Corktown is very walkable with bike lanes and good public transit.
Detroit's Corktown neighborhood is located along Michigan Ave and is minutes from downtown.
Corktown's Michigan Avenue is a great spot for bar and restaurant hopping.
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Turn-of-the-century Detroit homes
The buildings of Corktown range from homes over 100 years old to sleek, contemporary residences. Though it’s a densely populated area, fences retain some privacy for homeowners. Sidewalks make this a pedestrian-friendly part of Detroit. Plus, “it’s not a highly polluted area; the pollution here is the norm for any city,” Morrow says. “It’s very vibrant, but not noisy. It’s calm enough to still raise a family.” Turn-of-the-century homes have old, charming features like fireplaces as well as modern necessities like dishwashers. Prices range from $275,000 for a one-bedroom Colonial Revival to $600,000 for a four-bedroom Victorian with a grand staircase. Apartments and lots are also available at a wide range of price points.
The Corktown neighborhood is lined with two-story historic homes.
Architecturally modern buildings blend sleek design with sustainable features in Corktown.
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Renovated parks & green spaces near Detroit River
The Corner Ballpark was once the site of the historic Tiger Stadium and is a beloved staple in the community. Other parks include Dean Savage Memorial Park and the Murphy Playlot, the ideal place to picnic while kids play on the playground. Corktown also includes the recently renovated Roosevelt Park and the Southwest Greenway, which links it to surrounding communities and the riverfront.
Roosevelt Park in Corktown is built for city living.
Kids will enjoying making new friends on the playground at Murphy Playlot Corktown.
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Making the grade at Detroit public schools
There are many public and private schools in the area. Corktown students may attend Burton International Academy, which serves students through Grade 8, as well as Northwestern High School. Alternatively, Detroit Public Safety Academy is a public charter school that prepares the next generation of first responders, serving Grades 9 through 12. These three public schools are rated C-minus on Niche.
Burton International Academy front walkway in North Corktown.
Northwestern High School serves Detroit students.
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Music festivals in Corktown
Local events and festivals are abundant in Corktown, no matter the season. Corktown Races is one of the largest 5k races in Michigan; it hosts a costume contest with proceeds benefitting the Saint Patrick's Day Senior Center Food Program. The Corktown Music Festival regularly hosts over 70 different musical acts. Corktown Sounds, an outdoor music festival featuring local street musicians, typically takes place in July and August.
Proximity to downtown & Interstate 75
Michigan Avenue runs through the center of the neighborhood and leads straight into downtown Detroit, just a few blocks away. Major improvements are scheduled for this road starting in 2024. But it is already highly efficient, with SMART buses running continuously and a rail service that goes downtown. Within walking distance of Corktown is Wayne County Community College’s downtown campus. There is easy access to Interstate 75 and 96 from Corktown. The closest hospital is DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, less than 4 miles away. There are train tracks in the western portion of the community. Residents may experience overhead air traffic from Windsor International Airport in Ontario, Canada, just over the Detroit River.
A mecca for local Detroit shops & restaurants
Corktown has many unique restaurants, shops and artistic experiences to try. Mudgie’s Deli serves award-winning sandwiches with in-house roasted deli meats. Green Dot Stables, an equestrian-themed eatery, offers a menu with everything under $5. Batch Brewing Company provides house-made brews. Bobcat Bonnie’s is a favorite neighborhood brunch spot with a hip and laid-back environment. Locals can stock up on local food at Eastern Market, a district 3 miles away that hosts three street markets per week. All Things Marketplace is a one-stop shop for local art and hand-crafted items. For the music admirer, Hello Records showcases an ever-changing selection of vinyl. John K. King Used & Rare Books offers over one million books, making it the largest shop of its kind in the state. The Yard Graffiti Museum is an outdoor commemorative spot dedicated to preserving the area’s urban art.
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Parks in this Area
Detroit Dog Park
Dog Park
Stanton Park
Playground
Roosevelt Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Murphy Playlot
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
UIS Irish Plaza
Walking Paths
Dean Savage Memorial Park
Football
Picnic Area
Playground
Muliett Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
27 min drive
Bus
Trumbull & Cherry
Bus
Lafayette & Fifth
Bus
Bagley & Rosa Parks
Bus
Fort & 18th
Bus
Michigan & Trumbull
Bus
Michigan & Lodge Service Dr
Bus
Trumbull & Howard
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Corktown
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Corktown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Corktown, Detroit sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Corktown, Detroit over the last 12 months is $492,500, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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The historice Worker's Rowhouse, in the heart of the neighborhood, and adjacent to the central business district and Riverfront. A developer’s opportunity to reactivate a vacant structure, with additional vacant land for redevelopment. This site is in an Opportunity Zone and Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (New/Rehab). Originally a 3-unit tenement house, with roof, structure and exterior fully
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,342
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,667
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,281
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
39.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.2%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.4%
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®
88/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 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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