Detroit’s Von Steuben community derives its name from the American Revolutionary War hero Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben, a German immigrant officer in the Continental Army whose training of George Washington’s army played a significant role in achieving American independence. This name perhaps also alludes to Detroit’s popularity as a destination for German immigrant laborers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as this industrial town transformed into the rip-roaring “Motor City” whose automobile industry helped define “the American Century.” The understated historical origins of the Von Steuben community are still visible in its street names, among them Hamburg, Strasburg, Dresden, Sauer, and Greiner. Today, the neighborhood holds a variety of home styles, a handful of local restaurants and a small collection of parks.
Von Steuben can be found just 10 miles Northeast of Downtown Detroit.
Large Tudors line the quiet streets of Von Steuben, Detroit.
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Tudor and ranch-style homes bedecked in brick
Equally evocative of the Old World is this neighborhood’s abundance of brick Tudor-style homes, many of which were built in the 1940s. Sitting alongside equally vintage bungalows and ranch-style homes, these homes were primarily built in brick to withstand cold Midwestern winters. Ryan Lally, Realtor with KW Grosse Pointe, says the neighborhood presents an opportunity for buyers. “Where else in the United States can you find a well-built, brick ranch-style home on a corner lot for $50,000, less than the average national salary in the US for 2023?” Homes in Von Steuben sell for between $20,000 and $135,000, offering homebuyers a welcome range of prices and lifestyles. The median home price is $51,500, up 8% from the previous year. Lally says the combination of a refurbished vintage housing stock and below-average housing prices presents great opportunities for this community’s growth. “With some original charm and character still intact, these properties have the opportunity to add value and turn houses into homes.”
Ranch homes in Von Steuben are ideal for first time home buyers.
Rows of all-brick Tudors can be found throughout Von Steuben, Detroit.
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Nearby Interstate 94
Von Steuben residents live within 7.5 miles of downtown Detroit, accessible by a straight drive down Gratiot Avenue. Drivers can reach Interstate 94 by heading southwest on Gratiot. The Detroit public bus system stops along Hoover Street, and the neighborhood streets are lined with sidewalks, adding options for residents relying on public transportation.
DDOT bus stops are located throughout Von Steuben, making it easy to travel downtown.
Gratiot Ave provides easy access to downtown.
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Communications and Media Arts High School
For kindergarten through eighth grade, students can attend Brenda Scott Academy, which earns a C-minus on Niche. Earning a C, Communication and Media Arts High School offers courses focused on media arts but also offers dual enrollment and AP classes.
Communication And Media Arts High School's main entrance.
Osborn High School offers a variety of after-school and extra curricular programs for kids.
The spectacular entrance to Brenda Scott Academy in Detroit.
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Fresh veggies at Joe Randazzo’s
Von Steuben may be a primarily residential community, but it is surrounded by retail and restaurant conveniences. Joe Randazzo’s Fruit & Vegetable Market on Outer Drive East is a popular stop for fresh produce. On East McNichols Road, Seven Star Food Center offers a full selection of groceries and home goods. Royal Fish & Chicken on Seven Mile serves various fish and chicken dishes as well as fresh fish. Zorba’s Coney Island is popular for its ‘round-the-clock reliability, as Zorba’s sells comfort food favorites on a 24/7 basis. Dollar Corner on Seven Mile gives residents a place to pick up party favors and other home essentials.
Royal Fish and Chicken is a local favorite for a quick lunch or dinner for the family.
Joe Randazzo's offers fresh produce at whole sale prices.
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Detroit Lions games and Motor City events
Von Steuben is just under 9 miles from Ford Field, keeping the community close to tailgating and cheering on the Detroit Lions football team. Other downtown events include the annual Detroit Auto Show, showcasing the latest in automotive design and technology, and the Detroit Grand Prix, a yearly IndyCar street race.
Residents of Von Steuben are just minutes away from Commerica Park and Little Caesars Arena.
Shop for locally made home goods and fresh produce at nearby Eastern Market.
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Playgrounds at Josefiak and Optimist-Parkgrove
Optimist-Parkgrove Playground holds a playground and soccer fields. Residents can also head to Osborn High School on Seven Mile to organize weekend games on the school’s football and baseball fields. On Greiner Street, Josefiak Playlot gives families open green space and another playground to enjoy.
Kids will enjoy meeting new neighborhood friends at Optimist-Parkgrove Playground.
Josefiak Playlot recently received new playground equipment, helping keep kids engaged outdoors.
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Crime risk is higher than the national average
Von Steuben’s CAP Index overall crime score is 9, which is higher than the national score of 4. The score is on a one-through-ten scale, and higher numbers indicate a higher crime risk. CAP Index data indicates violent crimes pose the highest risk among individually scored crimes.
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Parks in this Area
Calimera Park
Trails
Wish Egan Field
Picnic Area
Playground
O'Brien Park
Marrusso Park
Beland Manning Park
Horne Square Park
Optimist-Parkgrove Playground
Josefiak Playlot
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
40 min drive
Bus
7 Mile & Goulburn
Bus
Hoover & Park Grove
Bus
Hoover & Gietzen
Bus
Mcnichols & Albion
Bus
7 Mile & Runyon
Bus
Mcnichols & Strasburg
Bus
Hoover & Clough
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Von Steuben
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
10
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
8
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Von Steuben Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Von Steuben, Detroit sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Von Steuben, Detroit over the last 12 months is $65,000, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,305
Median Age
35
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,283
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,264
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
5.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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