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Welcoming Woods Road
While not exactly wooded, the tree-lined streets of Woods Road do offer ample shade for the quaint homes of this tight-knit Ypsilanti community. It’s connected by bicycle trails, sidewalks and bus stops along Michigan Avenue to the trendy heart of Ypsilanti, lined with restaurants and shops. “We’re a little hidden gem that not many people know about,” says Keri Middaugh, resident of the neighborhood since 2008 and agent with Real Estate One. “There are no through streets here, so it’s quiet yet close to a lot.”
A tight community since the 1940s
Woods Road has hosted an annual neighborhood picnic for going on 82 years straight, an event that Middaugh says the community takes great pride in. Longtime residents and newcomers alike gather for fellowship and to observe historic photos of the neighborhood, including previous gatherings dating back to the 1940s. “We’re a warm community, the type of place where people do yardwork while chatting to their neighbors on the sidewalk,” Middaugh says. “Ypsilanti is a very real, somewhat quirky town, and that’s why we like it.”
Woods Road residents can grab some chilly snacks at the nearby Ypsilanti Dairy Queen.
Family outings at the Rutherford Pool help keep hot months just a little cooler.
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Unique, historic housing
Intricate brink style homes, craftsman-influenced colonial revivals and comfortable ranch-style houses sit next to each other along the 2 cul-de-sacs of Woods Road/Pleasant Drive and Linden Court. Thanks in part to its location near Eastern Michigan University, the neighborhood has a large percentage of rental houses and apartment complexes outside of these two streets at the nucleus. On these blocks towards the "point" of the neighborhood, at the meeting of Congress Street and Michigan Avenue, there is a lack of rental properties, but plenty of longtime residents who keep the tight community spirit alive. Prices in the area range from around $200,000 for smaller ranch-style builds to over $330,000 for larger colonial revival or Arts & Crafts houses with three or more bedrooms. The most impressive home on the block sold in 2021 for over $600,000. “There are only around 45 houses in the neighborhood, so only a few are ever for sale,” Middaugh says. “Most of the residences here are unique and pretty; I live in an Art Deco-style home built in 1937. Many of the houses were built in the 1930s, 40s and 50s.”
Colonials and homes with foursquare floor plans are common throughout Woods Road.
Traditional saltbox Bungalows with cozy porches make for perfect lazy evening Woods Road.
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Walking distance to the #1 high school in Michigan
Estabrook Elementary School receives a C-minus grade from Niche and offers after-school tutoring to promote student success. Local students then often attend Niche B-minus rated Washtenaw International Middle Academy, followed by Washtenaw International High School, earning an A-plus grade and a ranking as the number one public high school in the entire state of Michigan. Thanks to dedicated teachers and a strong commitment to academics, Washtenaw International High School can boast that 100% of students in recent years not only graduated but were also accepted to a college or university. If they want, students don’t have to leave home to start taking classes, thanks to nearby Eastern Michigan University, Washtenaw Community College and the University of Michigan.
Estabrook Elementary School offers a safe and engaging environment for local students.
Washtenaw International Academy offer a variety of programs that challenge students.
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South Side shops and eateries
Ypsilanti’s Historic South Side is a short walk, cycle or drive down Michigan Avenue, where residents can stop in their favorite coffee shop, local bar or farmer’s market. The artsy commercial district is home to Community Café’s coffee, pastries and good conversation. Locals can enjoy a light lunch or dinner and drinks at Bellflower Restaurant’s fresh and airy space. Tap Room checks all the boxes for a classic neighborhood bar, complete with a pool table and live music. Beyond a few local convenience stores, Washtenaw Avenue has local supermarkets and grocery stores, along with easy access to the United Spanish War Veterans Memorial Highway. Shoppers will find a Fresh Thyme Market, Kroger and Whole Foods Market. With downtown Ypsilanti right next door, residents can also stroll the streets for window shopping opportunities along Michigan Avenue or along Cross Street in Depot Town.
Bellflower in downtown gives Woods Roads residents an upscale option for lunch and dinner.
Cross Street is just North of Woods Road with restaurants geared towards younger locals.
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Ypsi outdoor attractions
Recreation Park not only has the nearest playground and baseball fields, but the spacious park is circled by a walking path, where seeing fellow neighbors walking their furry friends is common. Summertime in Woods Road allows locals to spend weekends relaxing at Rutherford Pool. Residents can reach out to reserve a spot in the community garden to get to know other green thumbs in the area. North Bay Park is a gateway to Ford Lake, where visitors can fish, walk through the woods or find a stretch of boardwalk trail to stop and admire a sunset. Ford Lake is connected to the Huron River, both of which welcome kayakers.
Even the furry residents of Woods Road enjoy the swings at local parks.
Ball games hosted by the Ypsi-Arbor Little League happen regularly at Recreation Park.
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A walkable neighborhood close to I-94
A dive into the pool, drinks in Ypsi’s Historic South Side and classes at Eastern Michigan University are just down the road in Woods Road. EMU is less than a half-mile walk to the north, and an even easier drive. The University of Michigan is only around seven miles up Washtenaw Avenue, making the neighborhood convenient to two major universities. Easy access to Interstate 94 allows drives of well under an hour to Downtown Detroit, just over 35 miles east.
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Parks in this Area
Pease Park
Burns Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Parkridge Park
Basketball
Fishing
Picnic Area
Edith Hefly Tot Lot
Picnic Area
Playground
Recreation Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Carrie Mattingly Tot Lot
Playground
Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
28 min drive
Bus
Michigan & Wallace
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Michigan & Wilson
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Congress & Wallace
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Congress & Summit
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N - Michigan West Of First
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Congress & Oakwood
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Congress & Ballard
Woods Road Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woods Road, Ypsilanti sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Woods Road, Ypsilanti over the last 12 months is $310,000, up 17% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,006
Median Age
34
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,439
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,719
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
46.2%
Advanced Degrees
30.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
62/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
48/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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