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West Outer Drive

West Outer Drive

Suburban Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan

Wayne County

$131,753 Average Value
$122 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Life along the park

The stone and brick facades of West Outer Drive homes are attractive enough, but the neighborhood’s true appeal lies in its natural splendor. Rouge Park, Michigan’s largest urban park, cradles the east and south borders of the neighborhood, backdropping Outer Drive West and part of West Chicago with a canvas of pine and oak. Running through Rouge Park and West Outer Drive, Plymouth Road bisects the neighborhood and holds the strip of gas stations and small businesses, forming a small commercial zone. The few blocks north and south of Plymouth Road are lined with sidewalks and stocked with traditionally styled homes on tree-lined streets. “It’s a vibrant community with a rich history and welcoming vibe,” says Hassan Scheib, broker with Own It Realty. “It’s an ideal place for families, young professionals and retirees alike.”

Biking, swimming or hiking at Rouge Park

Founded in 1925, Rouge Park covers over 1,100 acres and holds six miles of paved paths, two outdoor pools, three miles of mountain biking trails and the 18-hole Rouge Park Golf Course. A stretch of the Rouge River runs through the center of the park, adding a natural waterway to the backdrop of lush and wooded Michigan land.

Fresh from the farm at Rouge Park

“West Outer Drive neighbors Telegraph Road,” Scheib says. “And there are plenty of shopping centers along Telegraph. Right by the neighborhood, there’s an ALDI and a Starbucks on Telegraph.” Within the neighborhood, diners can enjoy Japanese-style hibachi at Yoshi Hibachi Grill or fresh pizza at Cottage Inn Pizza. Home cooks can also find fresh produce at D-Town Farm in Rouge Park or deli meats at Park to Shop Supermarket on North Telegraph Road.

Bungalows and ranch homes

Home prices in West Outer Drive range from $58,000 for an 800-square-foot ranch-style home to $220,000 for a 1,500-square-foot bungalow. The median home price is $118,000, up three percent from the previous year. “West Outer Drive is a picturesque suburban area characterized by charming residential streets and well-kept homes,” says Hassan Scheib, broker with Own It Realty. “The neighborhood offers a mix of architectural styles, including bungalows, Colonial-style houses and ranch homes.”

Detroit Public Schools and an option for private

As part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District, West Outer Drive students can attend pre-kindergarten through 8th grade at Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School, which earns a C-minus on Niche. For 9th through 12th grades, students can enroll in classes at Cody High School, which offers an E-sports program and earns a C-minus. For families seeking a private school option, Westside Christian Academy is on the south end of the neighborhood, on Bramell.

Public Transit and interstate access

Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) serves bus stops along Plymouth Road and Telegraph Road, connecting West Outer Drive residents with the city’s public transportation network. Buses don’t run along the strictly residential streets of the neighborhood, but those streets are lined with spacious sidewalks and easy to walk. Little more than a mile north of West Outer Drive, Interstate 96 connects drivers to downtown Detroit and the nation’s network of highways.

Community celebrations and weekly yoga

To celebrate the work of nature-based community initiatives, Rhythm and Rouge Community Concert and Open Mic brings local artists, community members and musicians to Rouge Park for a night of music, food and prizes. The park also has weekly yoga classes and celebrations like a Cinco De Flores Walk for Cinco de Mayo.

Criminal considerations

West Outer Drive’s overall CAP Index score is 5, just slightly higher than the national score of 4. This indicates that the overall risk of crime is average. However, the CAP Index score for homicide alone in West Outer Drive is 8.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Derek Lievens

    Derek Lievens

    Market Elite Inc

    (586) 930-6312

    110 Total Sales

    1 in West Outer Drive

    $104,900 Price

    Derek Lievens
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  • Roland Walker

    Roland Walker

    KW Grosse Pointe

    (586) 600-7211

    71 Total Sales

    1 in West Outer Drive

    $77,000 Price

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  • James Wolfe

    James Wolfe

    Century 21 Curran & Oberski

    (947) 886-8334

    286 Total Sales

    1 in West Outer Drive

    $151,000 Price

    James Wolfe
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  • Hassan Scheib

    Hassan Scheib

    Own It Realty

    (313) 646-7363

    393 Total Sales

    24 in West Outer Drive

    $62K - $220K Price Range

    Hassan Scheib
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  • Pamela Vines Selley

    Pamela Vines Selley

    Visionary Real Estate

    (313) 666-7296

    17 Total Sales

    1 in West Outer Drive

    $135,000 Price

    Pamela Vines Selley
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  • LV

    Laurence Venetico

    Responds Quickly

    Rockpoint Properties LLC

    (888) 501-7540

    39 Total Sales

    1 in West Outer Drive

    $132,500 Price

    Laurence Venetico
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Schools

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Outer Drive US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

West Outer Drive Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in West Outer Drive, Detroit sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Outer Drive, Detroit over the last 12 months is $158,500, up 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$155,000
Median Sale Price
$158,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$156,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
36%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$122

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
544
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,400
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,296
Median Age
38
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$52,683
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,166

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
79.3%
College Graduates
16.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

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®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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Market Elite Inc
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