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Urban residential neighborhood
Worden Gardens is a small, primarily residential neighborhood in the heart of Downtown Ypsilanti. The streets are lined with competitively priced starter homes tucked between Parkridge Park and West Michigan Avenue. “There are a lot of small businesses nearby and the community really works to support each other by shopping local,” says Jasmine Bryant, a recreation aid and student specialist at the Parkridge Community Center. “Lots of local business owners do a lot to give back to the community and their patrons. We just had a black history event in February where we highlighted local business owners and gave out awards to those who had a big impact on the community.”
Worden Gardens is home to the historical Parkridge Community Center, where locals can go.
Worden Gardens residents can learn how to grow fresh produce at Growing Hope Urban Farm.
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Competitively priced homes for renovation
Worden Gardens home prices typically range from $70,000 to $150,000, significantly lower than the average housing cost in Ypsilanti, depending on the level of renovation and home size. “This area is a beacon for investors looking for affordable long-term rentals or properties to rehab and resell to the community,” says Darryn Brundage-Forrest, a Realtor with More Group Michigan, LLC. “I have worked with several investors in this area who have renovated homes and in turn, families have moved in and maintained the homes, bringing more and more life to this community every day.” Most homes sit on small lots with brick ranch-style homes and colonial options. There are about 200 total homes in the neighborhood and the average number of days on the market for Worden Gardens is slightly lower than the national average.
Some variations of Ranch-style homes in Worden Gardens have huge front picture windows.
Another common home type in Worden Gardens are traditionally styled Cape Cods.
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Easy access to Interstate 94
“Homes are more affordable in this area but still offer convenient access to downtown and highways,” Brundage-Forrest says. Worden Gardens is located southeast of Downtown Ann Arbor, just 15 miles away. Interstate 94 is within easy reach and helps make for a quick commute. The neighborhood is also connected to the center of downtown by Michigan Avenue, which crosses over the Huron River and provides access to plenty of additional shopping, dining and entertainment options. The CAP Index overall crime score for the neighborhood is 9-out-of-10.
Downtown Ypsilanti is a short walk from the Worden Gardens neighborhood.
The Ride bus service is available in and around Worden Gardens.
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Eastern Michigan University nearby
Students in Worden Gardens can attend Erickson Elementary School, which received a C-minus rating from Niche and serves about 270 students in grades 1-6 with a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Washtenaw International High School (WIHI) and Middle Academy (WIMA) are a public consortium that also offers an International Baccalaureate program. WIMA received a B-minus rating from Niche and WIHI received an A-plus. About 750 students total attend both schools. Just a few blocks north of the neighborhood is Eastern Michigan University, one of the oldest universities in the state, which offers more than 300 majors.
The curriculum at Perry Early Learning Center focuses on a strong foundation of literacy.
Washtenaw International Academy offer a variety of programs that challenge students.
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Locally owned dining
The closest locally owned business is A Taste Of Soul By Biggie, a favorite among residents who can’t get enough of Biggie’s ribs, catfish and cornbread. Historic South Side’s highlights are just down the street, so locals aren’t far from drinks and a game of pool at Tap Room or a generous helping of fried chicken at Ma Lou’s. There are multiple small-scale grocery options nearby, like Fatou Caribbean Market and Dos Hermanos Market. Chain grocery options and small retail shopping centers are a bit further away.
Taste of Soul Restaurant, a low-key, sensational soul-food such as fried okra to rib tips.
Worden Gardens residents head to Dos Hermanos Mexican Grill for there lunch special.
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Shooting hoops and exploring trails
Locals can spend the afternoon shooting hoops at Parkridge Park, where the onsite community center is known for its summer camps, exercise classes and partnerships with local nonprofit organizations. The community center helps operate the Growing Hope Urban Farm which encourages community members to learn about and grow their own fresh produce. Residents also aren’t far from North Bay Park, which offers dirt trails and access to Ford Lake. The woodlands and wetlands are a prime location for wildlife spotting, with a few sought-after lookout points and a boat launch further down the boardwalk.
Shoot some hoops at Parkridge Park's basketball court, close by to Worden Gardens.
Worden Gardens locals can feel like a kid again at North Bay Park.
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Parks in this Area
Waterworks Park
Baseball/Softball
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
North Bay Park
Fishing
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
27 min drive
Bus
E - First North Of Frederick
Bus
First & Michigan
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Worden Gardens
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
10
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Worden Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Worden Gardens, Ypsilanti sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Worden Gardens, Ypsilanti over the last 12 months is $372,450.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
564
Median Age
29
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
36%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$28,392
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$33,911
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
61.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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