The Davison-Schoolcraft neighborhood may have fallen on hard times, but long-term residents, first-time homebuyers and investors see potential in its accessibly priced homes and convenient location. With houses starting at $15,000, Interstate 96 at its southern edge and downtown Detroit just 9 miles south, “Now is a good opportunity to look at buying a house in this neighborhood,” says Nikkia Luckett, a broker with United Front Realty. “It’s just a matter of time before it begins to see some of the same success similar communities closer to downtown are experiencing.”
Downtown Detroit is just 9 miles south of Davison-Schoolcraft.
The Interstate 96 Freeway sits on Davison-Schoolcraft southern edge.
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Accessibly priced brick homes
Davison-Schoolcraft offers classic Detroit-style bungalows, colonials and two-family flats. Most homes are close to 100 years old and are separated from neighbors by a single driveway. For homebuyers looking to start from the ground up, many abandoned homes have been torn down and replaced with open lots. Prices start at $15,000 for a two-bedroom bungalow that needs a full flip and can climb up to $150,000 for a two-family unit. Luckett says these low prices are a main draw since the return on investment is high. “You’re going to make money no matter what,” she says.
Dutch Colonial style homes are popular in Davison-Schoolcraft.
You can also find charming Ewald Circle duplex in Davison-Schoolcraft.
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I-96 and public transit
Access to I-96 is a major advantage for Davison-Schoolcraft residents. By hopping on the freeway and driving 9 miles south, residents can make it downtown in less than 15 minutes. While most people own at least one car, Davison-Schoolcraft's walkable layout makes it easy to walk to nearby bus stops. The Schoolcraft, Livernois, and Wyoming DDOT routes run through the area from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Shopping and dining in Davison-Schoolcraft
While residents can easily hop on 96 to head downtown to enjoy five-star cuisine, neighborhood staples mean they don’t have to go far to eat good. The longstanding Asian Corned Beef is well known for its famous corned beef eggrolls. Stuffed with savory corned beef and melted Swiss, these tasty treats are best eaten with a side of duck sauce and crinkle-cut fries. Residents can grab quick essentials from the Family Dollar on Livernois. Imperial Fresh Market is just 2 miles west of this community and is a go-to for grocery needs. If they want a larger selection, the nearest Meijer is about 6 miles north on 8 Mile.
The Imperial Fresh Market is just 2 miles west of Davison-Schoolcraft.
Plenty retail options, such as Dollar General exist next door in Grand River-I96.
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Flagship Charter Academy and Central
Nearby schools include Flagship Charter Academy, which has a C-minus rating on Niche and serves kindergarten through eighth graders. The school offers an after-school care program called Champions that meticulously combines activities and learning experiences. Through this, students learn essential life skills year-round—whether the school is in session or not. Ninth through twelfth graders attend Central High School, which also has a C-minus rating.
Flagship Charter Academy in Davison-Schoolcraft serves students in grades K-8.
Central High School is the oldest public high school in Detroit.
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Adams Butzel Complex and Cherrylawn
While there are no parks within the neighborhood boundaries, residents can head a mile northwest to Adams Butzel Complex to play basketball, tennis and baseball. Jack Adams Memorial Arena is also in the complex and offers an ice-skating academy. Littlefield Playground, which features a playground and basketball court, is just south of this neighborhood on Cherrylawn and can be walked to in just 10 minutes.
You can take a dip in the swimming pool at Adams Butzel Complex.
Adams Butzel Complex, located in the Littlefield neighborhood of Detroit, is the only place in Detroit to offer an indoor ice-skating rink.
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Crime and noise concerns
Davison-Schoolcraft has an elevated crime score, receiving an 8/10 Crime Index Score. For comparison, the US average is 4. Violent crimes tend to have the highest scores with homicide, assault and robbery each holding a 10. And while highway access is convenient, residents on the neighborhood’s south side deal with more noise pollution than their northern neighbors.
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