Low housing costs and location make Pilgrim Village appealing
Located along Detroit’s “Avenue of Fashion,” Livernois, Pilgrim Village offers homebuyers easy access to an abundance of retail amenities, major thoroughfares, and even local schools from the neighborhood’s own elementary school to the University of Detroit’s nearby Mercy campus, all for incredibly competitive housing prices. The potential for growth is strong in Pilgrim Village not only because of its competitive housing prices, but also because of its location. Realtor Erick Monzo of Keller Williams says, “This neighborhood’s location gives you quick access to all of the amenities Detroit has to offer, from shopping and dining to parks, museums, and more. Plus, it’s just minutes away from major highways, so getting around town is easy.” Just as other neighborhoods with rich histories have experienced major revivals due to the combination of low housing prices and convenient location, Pilgrim Village is ripe for such an opportunity.
Many buyers refurbish the neighborhood’s 1920s classic homes
Named in reference to its location along Puritan Avenue, Pilgrim Village has more in common with Colonial America than just its name. This neighborhood’s streets are lined with Tudor, Cape Cod, and Dutch colonial-style residences recalling the popular housing styles of New England and adding a dash of diversity to northern Detroit’s housing market. Most of these homes were built in the 1920s amid the Motor City’s rapid growth, and a significant number have recently been refurbished to present potential residents with vivid, vintage houses to choose from. “Remodeled houses offer huge possibilities to create your dream home; they’re perfect for someone looking for great deals on exceptional places,” Monzo says. These deals may go far beyond what the average homebuyer might expect; many vacant properties sell for as little as $12,000. While many of these homes may be in a state of disrepair, intrepid homebuyers may wish to snatch up these undervalued houses, refurbish them, and come to live in a revitalized home whose refurbished peers might have costed the buyers tens of thousands more.
Local shops and restaurants line Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion
Residents of Pilgrim Village have direct access to Livernois Avenue, nicknamed the “Avenue of Fashion” for its history as a retail hub before the development of suburban malls in the 1950s. Today, this spirit of entrepreneurship has been revived by several small businesses, from clothing stores such as Krispy Addicts and Three Thirteen to artistic venues such as Jo’s Gallery, the Yoshi hibachi restaurant, and the upbeat Good Cakes and Bakes bakeshop. For a hearty meal, visit the popular Bucharest Grill for both Middle Eastern shawarma and comfort food classics such as burgers and hot dogs. Proximity to Livernois ensures that Pilgrim Village residents are never more than a few blocks away from the trendiest clothing and blossoming visual and culinary arts scenes. Essential services such as Sinai-Grace Hospital are also easily accessible via the John C. Lodge Freeway, which forms this neighborhood’s southern border.
Students attend Detroit schools with strong extracurriculars
Students can attend the C-rated Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, the Paul Robeson/Malcolm X Academy from kindergarten through Grade 8, and Mumford High School. Niche.com rates Mumford’s teachers and athletes among the upper tiers of their categories, while the school has also received acclaim for its extracurriculars, promising students opportunities for involvement inside the classroom, on the sports field, and in after-school activities.
Lodge Freeway connects residents to downtown jobs and entertainment
Pilgrim Village residents live within 8 miles of downtown Detroit, with the Lodge Freeway providing residents with fast access to the city’s entertainment and employment heart.
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Parks in this Area
Zussman Park
LaSalle-Ford Playlot
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Ella Fitzgerald Park
Basketball
Grills
Playground
Clinton Park
Salsinger Playfield
Benjamin S. Hill Park
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
34 min drive
Bus
Linwood & Fenkell
Bus
Linwood & Pilgrim
Bus
Livernois & Lyndon
Bus
Linwood & Midland
Bus
Fenkell & Alden
Bus
Dexter & 14655
Bus
Livernois & Fenkell
Pilgrim Village Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pilgrim Village, Detroit sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Pilgrim Village, Detroit over the last 12 months is $42,500, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Opportunity awaits with this prime commercial vacant lot located at 2201 Puritan St, Detroit, MI 48238. Situated on a high-visibility corner, this parcel offers excellent frontage and accessibility—ideal for retail, office, mixed-use development, or community-focused projects. Zoned B4, this lot provides flexible use options in a rapidly redeveloping corridor near Livernois, major bus lines, and
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Very nice house currently rented $1200 per month with tenants taking very good care of the house and wanting to stay there many more years. Remodeled 2 years ago. Everything looks like brand new.
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Updated 2-Bedroom Home with Expansion Potential in Prime Detroit LocationThis thoughtfully renovated 2-bedroom home offers the flexibility to convert the spacious second floor into a third master bedroom, accommodating various lifestyle needs. Featuring refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, a brand-new bathroom, and a contemporary kitchen, the home combines classic charm with modern
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,540
Median Age
41
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,704
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,007
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.9%
College Graduates
9.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
49.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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