Early 20th-century homes line Nardin Park's streets
Known for its historic houses and namesake green space, Nardin Park is a community on Detroit's west side. Buyers are drawn to the area's collection of early 20th-century homes, along with prices that are often lower than those in nearby neighborhoods. Parks and greenway connections appeal to families and the outdoorsy crowd, while easy access to major roads is popular with commuters.
Historic housing stock with prices below nearby areas
Early 20th century homes are common throughout the neighborhood, including bungalows, Cape Cods and American Foursquares. Many of these classic homes need some renovation, though move-in-ready options can be found too. Brick exteriors and covered porches are common features, and sidewalks line many neighborhood streets. Prices range from about $10,000 to the mid-$100,000s depending on condition. Duplexes and other multi-family homes make up a significant share of the local housing market, with prices reaching into the mid-$300,000s. The median home price is around $60,000, making the neighborhood generally less expensive than many nearby communities, including Russell Woods, Dexter-Linwood and the Oakman Boulevard Community.
Most homes in the area date back to the early 20th century.
Brick exteriors are common across housing styles.
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Open enrollment expands public school options for families
Nardin Park is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District, which has an open enrollment policy that lets students apply to schools throughout the city. Durfee Elementary-Middle School shares a campus with Central High School, Detroit's oldest public high school.
Durfee Elementary-Middle School shares a campus with Central High School.
Central High School was founded in the 1800s.
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Walking paths, sports fields and greenway connections
Richard Allen Park, also known as Nardin Park, offers an open green space with tree-lined walking paths. McCabe Park features a playground, a basketball half-court and a lit field for soccer or football. Just outside the neighborhood, the Joe Louis Greenway provides a roughly 28-mile path that connects parks and neighborhoods throughout the Detroit metro area.
Where residents go for casual dining and daily errands
Nardin Park has a handful of casual dining spots nearby, while even more options can be found just beyond the neighborhood. Here are a few local favorites:
Royal Grill, a longtime diner known for breakfast specials and classic comfort food
Hungry Chameleon Food Truck, a Mexican-soul fusion truck serving Corned Beef quesabirria and specialty wings
Dreamy Eats, a Southern soul food restaurant known for fried turkey chops and five-cheese macaroni
For everyday shopping, many residents head to nearby Dexter Avenue, where they'll find grocery stores and other neighborhood businesses. When they're looking for more variety, they might take a quick trip to the Livernois Avenue business district, which features a mix of locally owned shops, services and specialty retailers.
In Harmony Cafe Sweets & More is a popular spot for coffee and pastries.
Food Farm Market offers produce and grocery items in Nardin Park.
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Multiple routes make it easy to reach Detroit and beyond
Interstate 96 and Grand River Avenue are two of the area's most heavily traveled routes. Downtown Detroit and Hamtramck are less than 10 miles away each. Several bus routes from the Detroit Department of Transportation have stops on Dexter Avenue and Elmhurst Street. Sidewalks line many residential streets, and the area is fairly bikeable for shorter trips.
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Nardin Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Nardin Park, Detroit sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Nardin Park, Detroit over the last 12 months is $60,000, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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