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A Detroit neighborhood strengthened by its community
Community abounds in Maple Ridge, a neighborhood 8 miles east of Downtown Detroit. The area has seen some hardships but is undergoing significant revitalization with the help of its resilient community members. Faith-based community organization Life Builders Detroit has spent the last 15 years leading the neighborhood revitalization. Their efforts include constructing new parks, an early childhood education facility, youth programs and rehabbing over 80 homes and commercial properties. The Strategic Neighborhood Fund has also targeted this area as part of their initiative to revive communities across Detroit.
Maple Ridge is known for being a tight knit, vibrant community, located near downtown Detroit.
Maple Ridge has received an infusion of investment to help the community rebuild.
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Save A Lot neighborhood location for groceries
On Park Grove Street, The Haven Family Center hosts adult game nights, safe youth lunches and weekly wellness suppers. Maple Ridge borders the Seven Mile and Gratiot corridors, with many long-standing local businesses. Afro-Centric Connections has a selection of apothecary items and accessories sourced from Africa. In addition to local shops, Foot Locker and Dollar General are nearby. Save A Lot is the nearby supermarket, and Sea World Fish Market specializes in fresh seafood. On Gratiot Avenue, Capers is a steakhouse serving the community since 1982, known for its specials and “steaks by the ounce.” For meals to go, Lape Soul Food is a carryout-only spot offering Southern delicacies such as fried catfish and cornbread muffins.
Shop locally at the various stores located on Gratiot Avenue.
Residents of Maple Ridge enjoy the convenience of shopping for cooking needs at Save A Lot.
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Skating, swimming and more at Heilman Park & Rec Center
The 11-acre Heilmann Park shares a campus with Fisher Magnet Upper Academy and Lower Academy. From games of tennis and basketball to refreshing runs on the track, practicing kick-flips at the skate park or playing on the swings, there are various ways to keep an active lifestyle. The Heilmann Recreation Center has amenities from a gym and pool to programs for archery and ceramics. The Strategic Neighborhood Fund will add renovations to the park, such as an entrance plaza and a sledding hill on those brisk Detroit snow days. Nearby, Skinner Playfield holds a playground and swings.
Heilmann Recreation Center in Regent Park offers great year-round programming for all ages.
Visit Skinner Playfield in Denby which received new basketball courts recently.
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Homes in various styles and conditions
“This is a great neighborhood to find an affordable starter home,” says Rob Funk, a Realtor with RE/MAX First. Maple Ridge boasts a grid layout with rows of homes on long, rectangular lots with sidewalks connecting each block. Major home styles in Maple Ridge include brick ranch-style homes, craftsman bungalows and colonials with covered front porches, steeply pitched roofs, wrought-iron porch doors and driveways. Home prices range from $20,000 for homes needing repairs to $190,000 for newly renovated, move-in-ready houses. The median home price is $49,000, up 17% from the previous year.
Maple Ridge is best known for its supply of colonial and bungalow style homes.
There is a home for everyone in Detroit's Maple Ridge neighborhood.
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Downtown Detroit annual events
With substantial roots in the automotive industry, Detroit is also home to some of the world’s most significant automotive events. At the Detroit Auto Show, manufacturers worldwide come to the city to show off their newest cars and technology. The Detroit Grand Prix brings IndyCar racing to the city for a street race that dates back to 1989.
The Equinox is celebrated in Detroit annually with the Marche du Nain Rouge. The parade focuses on revelers challenging a legendary creature known as the Nain Rouge, which is traditionally a sign of impending disaster. Parade-goers dress in colorful costumes and make mock challenges to floats fashioned to represent the Nain Rouge.
If you blink you may miss the cars at the Detroit Grand Prix.
Motor City Pride Festival welcomes tens of thousands of visitors to Downtown Detroit.
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Education with a focus on STEM
As part of its pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade STEM-based curriculum, Brewer Academy offers a drone education program that aims to spark an interest in math and science. Brewer earns a C-minus on Niche. Denby High School offers grades nine through 12 and also earns a C-minus.
Brewer Academy services Maple Ridge and other surrounding east side neighborhoods.
Denby High School is centrally located, making pick up and drop off easy.
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DDOT bus stations are located throughout Maple Ridge, making commuting easy.
Public transportation and interstate access
Sidewalks are prevalent throughout Maple Ridge, and streets like Seymour Street are lined with Detroit Department of Transportation bus stops. For drivers, downtown Detroit is 8 miles southwest, and Interstate 94 is roughly 2 miles east.
Heightened risk of certain crimes
While the neighborhood’s overall CAP Index is 5, slightly higher than the US Index of 4, its CAP Index is 9 out of 10 for certain violent crimes.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Skinner Playfield
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Heilmann Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Horne Square Park
Commemoration Park
Troester Hayes Park
Glenfield-Lannett Park
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
41 min drive
Bus
Gratiot & Faircrest
Bus
Seymour & Queen
Bus
Gratiot & Seymour
Bus
Seymour & Celestine
Bus
Chalmers & 7 Mile
Bus
Gratiot & Houston-Whittier
Bus
Chalmers & Hazelridge
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Maple Ridge
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Maple Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Maple Ridge, Detroit sell after 127 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Maple Ridge, Detroit over the last 12 months is $470,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Seller says bring all reasonable offers. Good solid home with natural fireplace in the living room! New roof on house and garage. Home is occupied, non-paying tenant, so no showings at this time. Condition at this time is unknown. Pictures are when the seller occupied the home
Investor-ready and income-producing — this 2-story brick colonial offers solid returns and timeless charm. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and an additional half bath in the basement, this spacious home has been thoughtfully updated with a newer roof, windows, flooring, and kitchen cabinets (2020). Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding warmth and durability.Out back,
Investors dream! Stunning brick exterior with large backyard and upper deck area. Eat-in kitchen with additional dining room attached. Three bedrooms on the upper level and spacious basement. With the right updates on the interior the possibilities are endless! BATVAI.
Hello! Thank you for your interest in the property. What date and time works best for you to schedule a tour? I look forward to meeting you! Property is available call to schedule a walk through **Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed Rental Rate is Subject to Change without notice.** ***Move-in Special Not Guaranteed Restrictions Apply***
Spacious and move-in ready! This well-maintained 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in Detroit features fresh paint, hardwood floors and new carpet in the bedrooms and upstairs! Enjoy a spacious functional layout with ample natural light, generous room sizes, a full basement for extra storage or living space, and a fully fenced backyard. Section 8 accepted. Don't miss this great opportunity!
Hello! Thank you for your interest in the property. What date and time works best for you to schedule a tour? I look forward to meeting you! Property is available call to schedule a walk through **Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed Rental Rate is Subject to Change without notice.** ***Move-in Special Not Guaranteed Restrictions Apply***
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,561
Median Age
34
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,309
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,323
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
7.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
50/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
