Marina District has convenience and Detroit River views
The Marina District neighborhood of Detroit is a waterfront community known for its beautiful views of the Detroit River and proximity to popular Belle Isle Park. The community, also called Jefferson Village, has around 200 homes surrounded by marinas, industrial business parks and other neighborhoods. Residents can walk to Parkway Foods or their primary care doctors at Oak Street Health in the Jefferson Village shopping center just north of the homes. Because the neighborhood sits 5 miles away from Downtown Detroit, homeowners might commute to work on their bicycles, with the DDOT bus system or by car along East Jefferson Avenue. The Marina District neighborhood gives homeowners a break from busy Downtown Detroit and space to set sail along the river.
Haul your boat and keep it on the hard over the winter season at Goat Yard Marine.
Drop your boat in the water at the St. Jean Public Boat Ramp.
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Newer homes with long-time residents
Homes in the Marina District were built in the early 2000s. Today, they often hit the market for $150,000 to $400,000. Future residents can also find townhouses for rent along Marquette Drive, but most locals own their homes. Only two homes sold in 2023, so people who get a home here don’t let it go. “Some people have lived in these homes for 20 or 30 years,” says Eric Lang, a Realtor with Keller Williams Platinum who helps clients find homes in the neighborhood. “And renters in the townhouses usually stay for at least two years or more.” These national-style homes have straightforward designs with attached garages that often extend away from the home, paved driveways and moderate yards.
Residents of Detroit's Marina District enjoy living in a tight knit community.
Home buyers in the Marina District enjoy easy access to Downtown and the Detroit River.
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Future business owners learn at Southeastern High
Parents often send their kids to Hutchinson Elementary-Middle School, which earns a C-minus from Niche. Students later move on to the C-rated Southeastern High School. This exam school offers students opportunities to learn about entrepreneurship and business administration. Athletes can try out to become a Jungleer for a wide range of sports teams, like football and basketball.
Students enjoy a 13:1 student to teacher ratio at Hutchinson Elementary-Middle School.
Southeastern High School educated students in grades 9-12.
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Belle Isle fun and historic Pewabic Pottery
Marinas make up the park space in the neighborhood. Riverside Marina is a minority-owned marina that offers private memberships and boat rentals for those who want to set sail for Lake St. Clair. Safe Harbor Detroit River also gives members access to the Detroit River and boat storage options. Residents who want to relax on a beach or explore nature go across the river to Belle Isle. Visitors might spend the day at Belle Isle Beach, go fishing at one of the piers or stop by the country’s oldest aquarium—Belle Isle Aquarium. Down the road from the neighborhood, the Pewabic Pottery museum offers free admission for those who want to see one of the longest-operating potteries that sells handcrafted items and gives tours around the Tudor-style building.
Belle Isle is an ideal spot to walk your dog and enjoy some fresh air.
Belle Isle is a just a stones throw away from Belle Isle.
Detroit's famous Pewabic Pottery studio offers classes throughout the year.
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Walking to Parkway Foods or Legends Grill
Marina District residents don’t have to go far to find a restaurant to enjoy. Sinbad’s Marina and Restaurant has been serving surf and turf dishes since the 1950s. Guests can arrive by car or boat. For date night, locals can book a reservation at IVY Kitchen + Cocktails. Those who want a quick bite for breakfast or lunch head to Legend Grill to order in the drive-thru or head inside to eat in the retro-themed diner.
When residents need groceries for homecooked meals, they stock up at Parkway Foods. Others can go across the street to see what Dollar General has in stock or to get last-minute items.
Residents of the Marina District shop for fresh produce at Parkway Foods on Jefferson Ave.
Residents of Marina District can take a quick walk or bike ride over to IVY Kitchen + Cocktail.
Legends Grill is a favorite brunch spot amongst Detroit's Eastsiders.
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Quiet streets near the Detroit River
Although the marina and a water treatment plant sit near the homes, residents don’t deal with excessive noise. “The marina is pretty quiet. You wouldn’t hear anything over there unless there was a party going on,” Lang says. Lang also mentions the water treatment plant is also quiet.
Home owners enjoy easy access to their boats when they store them at any of the nearby marinas.
Resident of Detroit's Marina District enjoy easy access to their boats and Lake St. Clair.
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Residents can bike, bus or drive to Downtown Detroit
When locals want to visit Downtown Detroit, they have options. Some catch the DDOT bus at one of the stops along Jefferson Avenue. Cyclists can use the bike lane that also runs down Jefferson Avenue into the downtown area. Drivers can be at Ford Field to see a Lions football game or Comerica Park for a Tigers baseball game after a roughly 20-minute drive.
Residents can easily hop a DDOT bus or take a new protected bike lane downtown.
Downtown Detroit is home to the Detroit Tigers, Pistons, and Lions.
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Located in the Marina District/Jefferson Village area, this new-construction Colonial is just minutes from Downtown, the Villages, the Shepherd in the Little Village arts district, beautiful Belle Isle, Detroit’s largest marinas, and the Detroit Riverfront. Built in 2007, the spacious property features modern proportions, including a large living room that opens to a huge kitchen. In addition to
Beautifully updated modern & cozy townhome in Detroit's very popular and buzzing Marina District. Just off of Jefferson you are close to everything! Short distance to Detroit's riverwalk, all work and play of Downtown Detroit, Eastern Market, Hospitals, shopping, entertainment and restaurants! You are just down the street from Sinbad's, Roostertail event center, Riverside Marina, St. Jean boat
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
576
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,405
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,965
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38%
Advanced Degrees
13.4%
% Population in Labor Force
41.7%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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