Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48205
Wedged between the commercial hub of Gratiot Avenue, the major north-south thoroughfare of Schoenherr Street, and the park-lined State Fair Avenue in northeast Detroit, the small community of Franklin offers residents immediate access to some of the area’s greatest features and most desirable housing.
Realtor Shatay Acevedo of 5th Avenue Realty describes Franklin as “an up-and-coming area in Detroit.” Franklin sits on both sides of Seven Mile Road, off of which branch grid-patterned residential streets. It is along these streets that homes dating from the 1920s to 1940s tell the story of a neighborhood that arose during the Motor City’s industrial heyday. Bungalows and colonial-style residences alike are reminders of the popular housing styles during this golden age, but Franklin’s history is far from written. Recent renovations and refurbishments have given new life to these historic properties. The rehabilitation of older homes has not only attracted newer homebuyers but has also contributed to the development of a vibrant local housing market. For instance, “Girard Grotto Park is one of the next subdivisions people are looking to invest in,” Acevedo says. “This is for someone looking to purchase and turn a house into their dream home, or an investor looking for their next fix and flip.” Homes in Franklin sell for between $5,000 and $150,000, reflecting the varying styles, ages, and conditions of the local housing.
Gratiot Avenue not only grants residents easy access to retail amenities, but to the heart of Detroit, located just 8.3 miles directly down the avenue. Residents can also catch the 6 Gratiot bus every fifteen minutes for a convenient, public method of travel to downtown.
Students attend Pulaski Elementary-Middle School and Osborn High School, both of which have been rated C-minus by Niche.com. Osborn’s greatest strengths are its teachers and its student resources, while students benefit from smaller-than-average student-teacher ratios, giving them more time to shine in the classroom.
Straddling both sides of Seven Mile Road, Franklin is ideally situated for residents seeking easy access to local restaurants, shops, and other amenities. Mike’s Fresh Market, at the corner of Gratiot and Seven Mile, fulfills every grocery need, while conveniences such as pet shops, clothing stores, and liquor marts can be found up and down Gratiot. Also located along those two major roads are around a dozen restaurants, including both popular chains and local favorites. Among the hidden treasures of this neighborhood is Peking Chinese Food, popular for its expansive menu of Chinese American staples perfect for both sit-in and takeout. No place expresses Detroit’s cultural soul like the Detroit Blues Café, where visitors can dine on soul food staples and may have to resist the urge to get up and dance while listening to Detroit-style blues performed by live bands.
Residents live within a few blocks of some of northeast Detroit’s most popular outdoor spaces, among them Calimera Park, whose vast fields, walking paths, and playground facilities offer a pleasant setting for outdoor recreation and relaxation. The Wish Egan Field is a one-stop shop for all activities athletic; test your swing at this park’s two baseball fields, bend it like Beckham on the soccer field, catch a pick-up game of basketball at the courts, or have an al fresco meal beneath a picnic shelter.
Henry Laurent
RE/MAX Leading Edge
(313) 946-9363
32 Total Sales
1 in Franklin
$120,000 Price
Sana Brikho
St Jude Realty
(947) 900-8089
246 Total Sales
1 in Franklin
$40,900 Price
Gino Tozzi
Real Estate One-Clinton Twp
(313) 484-2445
92 Total Sales
1 in Franklin
$49,900 Price
Jason Hill
Historic Realty Detroit
(313) 484-2323
104 Total Sales
1 in Franklin
$71,000 Price
Dennis Rutowski
Imagine Home Realty
(586) 600-8096
142 Total Sales
1 in Franklin
$6,000 Price
Mikhail Grigoryan
Prime Avenue Realty LLC
(313) 649-4279
398 Total Sales
4 in Franklin
$17K - $51K Price Range
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Franklin | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Franklin, Detroit sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Franklin, Detroit over the last 12 months is $86,006, up 37% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$54,900
Attention investors and DIY enthusiasts! Multiple exit strategies: finish this remodel then either flip, rent or move in! Home being sold as is.
Scott Fader Joseph Walter Realty, LLC
$20,500
Welcome to the latest offering from the Detroit land Bank Authority. Calling all investors. We give you a rare opportunity own 2 homes on one lot. 3 Bedroom brick colonial on the street and a 2 bedroom ranch in the back where the garage would be. Both homes need total rehab, but it could make for a great investment. Live in one and rent out the other. Bring your ideas and your hard hat and
Gene Kelley Real Estate One-Southfield
$800,000
Investor Special! Exceptional investment opportunity with strong, stabilized rents with a 15% cap rate. This package deal includes an 8-unit apartment building and a 12-unit apartment complex, totaling 20 units. • 8-Unit Complex: Features updated windows and newer HVAC systems. • 12-Unit Complex: Equipped with newer HVAC systems. • All Units: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom layouts in good condition. •
Justin Zehel Keller Williams Paint Creek
$750 per month
Nice updated one bedroom apartment! Housing programs and vouchers are accepted. Please contact property manager Niki directly for showings and with questions. Application links available on Zillow and through Rentspree. Studio is available for $650.
Dmitriy Selektor EXP Realty Main
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