Derek Lievens
Market Elite Inc
(586) 930-6312
110 Total Sales
1 in Weatherby
$47,500 Price
Weatherby
Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48228
A small residential neighborhood off Interstate-95, Weatherby is home to cute Cape Cods with bay windows, and most houses in the area are built of brick. It's conveniently located near a major roadway and adjacent to Rouge Park, one of the largest in Detroit. Weatherby has plenty to offer residents looking for their first neighborhood.
Homes in the Weatherby area are ideal for first-time homebuyers or those looking for an investment property. Prices typically range from $50,000-$90,000, which will get you two to three bedrooms and baths about about 900 square feet. Lots tend to be long and narrow in this area, and homes are close together on the neighborhood's streets. There isn't much tree cover here, but plenty of sidewalks are throughout the area, making the community very walkable.
Speaking of walkable, Cody-Rouge Park is right around the corner. There are a variety of outdoor activities to take part in. The park is full of trails and trees and is home to the winding Rouge River. Bikers can also hop on some of the trails, and there's even an archery range in the park and the 18-hole Rouge Park Golf Course. This is a popular spot for area residents to spend time on the weekend, and it has a picnic shelter and a snack bar in case you get hungry while you're putting. The park is a major draw for homebuyers in this area.
Students in the area are part of Detroit Public Schools Community District, which has a C rating on Niche. The area's youngest learners begin their academic journey at Dossin Elementary Middle School, which has a C-minus rating from Niche and serves grades 6-8. The school has popular extracurricular activities, like robotics, chess and Lego clubs, along with quarterly field trips from students. Students can attend Cody High School, which received a B-plus rating for its teachers from Niche. The school offers a range of athletics programs, extracurricular activities, and clubs for students to participate in. Cass Technical High School is also available and holds a B-plus rating from Niche and offers industry certification programs and a Robotics club.
For a bite to eat, locals love Olympia Coney Island and Manhatten Fish and Chicken. These down-home spots offer tasty comfort food and are within walking distance of Weatherby -- just use one of the sidewalks to get there. Olympia Coney Island serves the local Olympia Breakfast Platter for the morning and gyros for lunch. Manhattan Fish and Chicken has every variety of chicken you could ask for and plenty of fish. For grocery shopping and daily shopping needs, head to Meijer Supermarket. Dollar Tree is also close to the neighborhood, providing residents with plenty of shopping options.
Weatherby is conveniently located and has easy access to amenities like Rouge Park and I-95. The area is also close to various restaurants and conveniences and is walkable to the area around it. For a homebuyer looking for a first-time house or an investment property, Weatherby is an option worth considering.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Derek Lievens
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Hassan Scheib
Hassan Scheib
Own It Realty
(313) 646-7363
393 Total Sales
1 in Weatherby
$132,000 Price
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Jeries Nahhas
Jeries Nahhas
Responds QuicklyICON Realty Experts, LLC
(947) 886-8748
135 Total Sales
1 in Weatherby
$75,000 Price
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Nicholas Zeoli
Nicholas Zeoli
Real Broker LLC
(947) 886-8379
406 Total Sales
3 in Weatherby
$54K - $85K Price Range
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Jeff Glover
Jeff Glover
KW Professionals
(734) 259-7909
2,301 Total Sales
3 in Weatherby
$50K - $85K Price Range
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Fadol Awada
Fadol Awada
Empire Realty Group
(313) 466-8430
188 Total Sales
3 in Weatherby
$35K - $36K Price Range
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Rouge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Stein Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Optimist-Stout Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Weaver-Penrod Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Fitzpatrick-Warwick Playground
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Weatherby | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Weatherby Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Weatherby, Detroit sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Weatherby, Detroit over the last 12 months is $64,950, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$75,000
Median Sale Price
$64,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$67,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$70
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
815
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
796
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$139,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,100 Sq Ft
- 11735 Braile St
- New 2 days ago
Beautiful home newly remodeled. Kitchen includes sunken light fixtures and marble style granite countertops. This home comes with new appliances that include: microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher and range/oven.
Todd Harris Harvest Homes Realty
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$150,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,515 Sq Ft
- 11651 Heyden St
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom colonial in Detroit, offering 1,500 square feet of modern living space with timeless charm. Perfect for first-time buyers or growing families, this home sits on an oversized lot and features a brand-new kitchen with stylish finishes, all-new windows, a new roof, a new furnace and water heater, and fully updated plumbing and electrical systems for
James Harvey Keller Williams Advantage
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Homes for Rent
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$1,300 per month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,142 Sq Ft
- 12085 Auburn St
- Detroit, MI
Now available for rent, this charming 3-bedroom bungalow offers a comfortable living space with a welcoming atmosphere. Tenants are responsible for utilities, and Section 8 as well as other assistance programs are accepted. To qualify, applicants must have an income equal to or exceeding three times the rent and have no prior evictions. **Income will be verified prior to scheduling a showing.**
Marc Smith Utica Realty LLC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,888
Median Age
32
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,132
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,637
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
5.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
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®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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