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The Joy Community offers expansive parks and is close to downtown Detroit.
Friendly neighbors and events in Joy Community
The Joy Community is filled with single-family homes, places of worship and a large park, all 13 miles away from Downtown Detroit. “The area is very neighborly. The people all know each other,” says Marliesha Darnell, a Realtor with eXp Realty who works in the area. “Everyone is tight-knit in the neighborhood, and they’re all very nice.” Residents can visit popular food chains like Captain Jay’s Fish & Chicken along Greenfield Rd. Parents might take their kids to Edison Detroit Public Library for storytime or to run around Stoepel Park Number 2. Local non-profits continue to support Joy Community residents with events like the Sowing Seeds Growing Future farmers market and clothing swap.
Chicago Avenue provides quick access to local interstates in the Joy Community.
Taking I-96 to Downtown Detroit
Joy Community residents have an easy start to their drive with Interstate 96 connecting them to Downtown Detroit, 13 miles away. Southfield Freeway can take locals to the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, about 15 miles southwest of the neighborhood. Residents who prefer to use public transit to get around can access several DDOT bus stops along Plymouth Road, West Chicago, Joy Road and Greenfield Road.
Joy-Southfield Community Development Corporation building.
Farmers market and clothing swap with JSCDC
Every Tuesday in June through October, residents visit the Joy-Southfield Community Development Corporation (JSCDC) building for the Sowing Seeds Growing Futures farmers market and clothing swap. Local vendors sign up to sell fresh produce, handmade goods and boutique items. Residents can also volunteer with the JSCDC to help their neighbors enjoy the annual event.
Brick bungalow homes are prominent in the Joy Community.
Residents choose brick bungalows with bay windows
Residents return home from work or school and relax in their brick bungalow homes. Some feature front bay windows, but almost all have limited yard space, uncovered parking and concrete steps leading up to the front door. Darnell says affordability is one of the reasons homebuyers choose Joy Community. “You can get a good house for $100,000. So it’s affordable, and it’s in a nice area of Detroit,” she says. Home prices often range from $35,000 to $150,000. Future homeowners can find multiple options, but renters can also find their spot in the neighborhood. Nearly half of Joy Community residents own their properties. Experienced Realtor Tamara Dixon with Real Estate One-Novi, who has sold homes in the area, says, “There’s a little of both” when it comes to investors and homeowners buying property. She also says she’s seen some new construction going on in the community.
Kids love the playground at Stoepel Park Number in the Joy Community.
Getting fresh air at Stoepel Park Number 2
Residents can spend some time outdoors at Stoepel Park Number 2, which has two basketball courts, a playground, an open space that can be used as a soccer field and plenty of shady areas covered with trees. Stein Park playground is also nearby next to Cody High School. Kids can hang out on the playground equipment or dog walkers can get their steps in using the paved trails.
Captain Jays Fish and Chicken
Heading down Greenfield Road for lunch
Residents can grab lunch at Captain Jay’s Fish and Chicken. The restaurant began in Detroit and now has more than 20 locations in Michigan. In addition to its prepared foods, the restaurant is famous for its “You buy, we fry” deal, where customers can buy fresh meat and seafood and have it fried by the restaurant. Hungry locals can also drive down Greenfield Road to get a slice at Fire Pizza Detroit or try Lebanese dishes at Khalaf Grill on West Warren Avenue.
Those who want to stock up on groceries take a trip to US Quality Foods Supermarket, a locally owned store at the corner of Joy Road and Greenfield Road. When residents want to spend time at the mall, they visit the Fairlane Town Center.
Cody High School's main entrance in the Joy Community.
Cody High School gives students options to learn
The Erma Henderson Academy sits in the center of the neighborhood, giving parents and kids the chance to walk to school in the morning. The school serves pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students and receives a C-minus from Niche. Teens later move on to Cody High School, which also gets a C-minus. The campus features three different schools within the Cody High body. Students may attend the Detroit Institute of Technology College Prep School, Medicine & Community Health Academy or the central Cody High School.
Al-Azharr Islamic Center
Joy Community Association and places of worship
Churches and mosques sit within and around the neighborhood. The Al-Zahraa Islamic Center neighbors the Triumph Church Central Campus and a Wayne County department building. The Joy Community Association also brings the neighbors together for community clean-up events, block clubs and community meetings. The Joy Community has a 7 out of 10 crime score from the CAP Index, with 10 being the highest. The national average is 4.
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Parks in this Area
Stein Playground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
O'Shea Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Stoepel Park Number 2
Greene Playground
Weaver-Penrod Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Doan Playground
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
30 min drive
Bus
Plymouth & Asbury Park
Bus
Joy & Mettetal
Bus
Chicago & Montrose
Bus
Southfield & Cathedral
Bus
Joy & Grandmont
Bus
Joy & 15610
Bus
Chicago & Mettetal
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Joy Community
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Joy Community Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Joy Community, Detroit sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Joy Community, Detroit over the last 12 months is $345,000, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Hot and ready for immediate occupancy. A Single family residence built in 1950, finished living area 725 sq. ft. lot size is approximately 4,356 sq. ft. This home is clean and has great bones for a great investment. Call today!
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This property at 9597 Memorial St features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, encompassing a total of 1,000 square feet. The living room offers ample space for relaxation and is designed for easy furniture arrangement. The bathroom includes a tub/shower combination, providing functional amenities for daily use. Each bedroom is adequately sized, allowing for comfortable living. Additional features include
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New Rental Listing in Detroit! Modern Comfort with Room to Grow!This beautifully updated 3-bedroom home in Detroit has everything you need for comfortable living, whether you're settling in with family.Step inside to a spacious living room, perfect for cozy nights or entertaining guests. The modern kitchen and bathroom have been updated, offering a fresh and stylish feel.The main
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,090
Median Age
35
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,016
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,223
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.8%
College Graduates
6.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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