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Nardin Park

Nardin Park

$85,868 Average Value
$48 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

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.
Most homes in the area date back to the early 20th century.
Brick exteriors are common across housing styles.
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.
Durfee Elementary-Middle School shares a campus with Central High School.
Central High School was founded in the 1800s.
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:

  • In Harmony Café Sweets & More, a wellness-focused cafe serving coffee, pastries and lunch plates
  • 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.
In Harmony Cafe Sweets & More is a popular spot for coffee and pastries.
Food Farm Market offers produce and grocery items in Nardin Park.
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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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Windsor International

33 min drive

Bus

Grand River & Greenway

Bus

Dexter & Calvert

Bus

Grand River & Belleterre

Bus

Elmhurst & Yellowstone

Bus

Dexter & Monterey

Bus

Elmhurst & Otsego

Bus

Dexter & Boston

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,475
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
10.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,618
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,400
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,001
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,267

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
6
Median Rent
$1,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,150
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,100
Median Condo Rent
$1,200
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,200

Demographics

Total Population
5,261
Median Age
39
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$31,697
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$37,852

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
71.5%
College Graduates
8.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
43.6%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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