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Detroit's Cultural Center neighborhood is centrally located, linking downtown to New Center.
The heart of Detroit
The Cultural Center is one of Midtown’s most unique subsections. Home to 12 renowned cultural institutions including the Detroit Main Library, College for Creative Studies and the city’s museum district, this neighborhood is brimming with art, culture and history.
“That section of Midtown is very distinct,” says Nevin Shaffer, a longtime Detroit resident and art student at Wayne State University. “It’s like the organs of Detroit – it’s like the heart.”
This neighborhood stands out as an architecturally rich, well-kept community with dining, recreation and iconic landmarks. Thanks to the surrounding museums, its residential section is tucked away from the bustle of Woodward, making it a quieter alternative to other Midtown communities. It’s become a popular option for students, professionals and families who want to live in a vibrant, historic and centrally located district without dealing with too much noise.
How cultural institutions impact the lives of residents
Along with alluring, world-renowned exhibits, the 12 cultural institutions within the Cultural Center provide ample community resources.
While the Detroit Historical Museum preserves and teaches the city’s history, the library offers numerous resources including free meeting rooms, career and employment resources and a HYPE Teen Center – a space exclusively designed for teens to study and hang out. The Detroit Institute of Arts museum (DIA) offers learning resources, like professional development workshops and a Teen Arts Council.
“When I first moved to Detroit and was learning about its history and about living in the city, one of my favorite things to do was visit the Cultural Center,” says Victor Martinez, a Detroit resident who lived in Midtown for five years. “It stands out not only visually but also the intentionality behind it is different. It’s a centralized point of culture with a lot of resources.”
Pack a lunch and spend the day with the kids learning at the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Michigan Science Center is one of many popular institutions in the Cultural Center.
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Year-round events in the Cultural Center
Several major events take place in the Cultural Center throughout the year. Noel Night is one of Midtown’s largest events and is held across several venues in the area. The DIA, Detroit Main Library and Detroit Historical Museum are just a few institutions that are transformed into a winter wonderland for a night of live music performances, art exhibits and holiday shopping opportunities.
The College for Creative Studies’ Student Exhibition puts up and coming artists on the map. Open to the public, this annual showcase in May allows shoppers to purchase handcrafted goods from students who have spent years perfecting their crafts.
Another notable event is DLECTRICITY, a biennial festival that showcases light-based art installations at the DIA.
The Detroit Main Library on Woodward Ave features an extensive catalog of historic books.
Residents of Wayne County enjoy complimentary access to the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Shopping and dining on Woodward
There’s an eclectic dining scene on Woodward Avenue, from brunch staples at Babo to authentic international fare at Wasabi Korean & Japanese Restaurant. Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails’ botanical décor and craft cocktail list make it stand out, along with its farm-to-table cuisine emphasizing local ingredients. For retail therapy, The Shops at Park Shelton offer a variety of boutiques selling clothing, jewelry and home goods.
Grabbing essentials is a bit tricker since residents have to commute to handle everyday needs. Whole Foods is about a mile south of the Cultural Center and can be reached in 10 minutes by QLine. Marcus Market, a local mini supermarket, is about 1 mile southwest at Second Avenue and Prentis Street. CVS is on Warren Street, just across from the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and is a go-to for quick needs.
Detroit's Cultural Center is home to several award-winning, top rated restaurants.
Enjoy refreshments and lunch at Kresge Court inside the Detroit's Institute of Arts.
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A conveniently located and accessible area
Like the rest of Midtown, the Cultural Center is very walkable and centrally located. It’s boarded east by Interstate 75 and north by Interstate 94, making it easy for drivers to navigate Metro Detroit. The QLine is a streetcar that runs along Woodward Avenue from New Center to Downtown, and buses running along Woodward, Warren Avenue and Cass Avenue offer more public transit options.
The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is just south of the neighborhood and is a short bike ride away for medical professionals who’ve made the Cultural Center home, while Wayne State is a 5 to 10-minute walk away.
Living near Woodward Avenue affords you the ability to travel downtown quickly.
MoGo bikes offer fresh air transportation throughout Detroit's Cultural Center.
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A broad range of housing options
The homes in the Cultural Center match the surrounding institutions’ historic architecture. Victorian and Colonial Revival single-family and multifamily homes line the residential roads, partially hidden behind stretching oak trees. Condos, townhouses and high-rise apartments are the most common finds and range from $160,000 for a single unit to $550,000 for a multi-family property.
Potential homebuyers should know that the Cultural Center has an elevated Crime Index Score, receiving an 7 out of 10. For comparison, the US average is 4.
Homeowners take great pride in maintaining their properties in Detroit's Cultural Center.
Historic Colonial Style homes in Detroit's Cultural Center offer plenty of room for families.
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Peck Park and nearby greenspaces
There aren’t many green spaces in the Cultural Center, but Peck Park features a playscape and open field space for kids to blow off steam. The green space in front of the DIA is also open to the public, featuring lush landscaping, fountains and sculptures. It’s one of the best spots in the area to enjoy a picnic and read a good book.
Kids will enjoy playing outdoors with new friends at Peck Park.
Detroit's Cultural Center is considered "highly walkable", making commutes easy and enjoyable.
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University Prep Schools
Several nearby public schools, including University Preparatory Academy, are nearby. The tuition-free magnet charter school network has four buildings, including two elementary, one middle and one high school. UPA Elementary School—Mark Murray Campus has a C-minus rating on Niche and is adjacent to UPA High School – Ed Parks Campus, which has a C. UPA Elementary School - Ellen Thompson Campus is across the street from the high school and has a C-minus. UPA Middle School – Nannette Gill Campus, which also has a C-minus, sits at the center of the Cultural Center on Saint Antoine.
University Prep Academy Elementary received a "C-" rating in 2024 according to Niche.com.
University Prep Middle School boasts a student-teacher ratio of 16:1.
University Prep High School retained 571 students in 2024.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,101
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,125
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,229
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
45.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.2%
% Population in Labor Force
54.4%
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®
76/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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