$183,498Average Value$203Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
West Willow is a tight -knit community close to Downtown Ann Arbor
From constructing airplanes to rebuilding the community, West Willow has a history of coming together to get the job done. Ashley Gartrelle, a local Realtor at More Group Michigan with over 12 years of industry experience says, “West Willow has always given me a sense of community.” For decades, the West Willow Neighborhood Association has been the glue of the community, organizing small local events that bring the whole neighborhood together. Gartrelle adds, “The community has been showing so many signs of growth with recent revitalization efforts, and I’m excited to see it fully bloom.” While West Willow is a unique community on its own, bordering interstates connect the neighborhood to all Ann Arbor has to offer.
West Willow homes were built to accommodate the Willow Run workers
West Willow homes were built between the 1940s and 1960s to accommodate the Willow Run Bomber Plant factory workers just across Ward Road. 1,050 modest ranch-style homes are neatly organized along the neighborhood’s flat residential streets. Neighbors chat from small, shaded front patios and retreat to fenced-in backyards for a bit more privacy. Most of the brick homes offer two to three bedrooms and private parking with side driveways leading to detached garages. Homeowners can find houses under $100,000, with few homes reaching values over $300,000. West Willow homes are significantly cheaper than surrounding neighborhoods where the average price is about double.
West Willow neighbors can chat front patios or retreat to fenced backyards for more privacy.
Most of the brick homes in West Willow have two to three bedrooms and parking in side driveways.
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I-94 and M-14 border West Willow
West Willow sits on a triangular plot of land cornered between Interstate 94 and US Route 12. Locals can head east on I-94 and arrive at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport in about 20 minutes or drive west to easily access Downtown Youngstown. On the east side of the neighborhood, Ward Road runs north-south between West Willow’s homes and the Willow Run Bomber Plant and Airport. Tyler Road intersects the center of Ward Road and divides the neighborhood’s residential streets. From here, residents can use bus line 44 as an easy and affordable way to get around the city.
Hometown dining and in-town conveniences
Residents aren’t far from the hometown dining along Ecorse Road and Depot Town’s hip, historic commercial streets. Big Sky Diner is the closest local spot, with a family feel and comfort food served 24 hours a day. It’s just down the road from Ice Cream Time, where neighbors enjoy soft serve, sundaes and summertime memories. Residents can sample their way along the popular restaurants in Depot Town, with Maiz Mexican Cantina being a crowd favorite for taco Tuesdays, any-day fajitas and happy-hour drinks. The Kroger on East Michigan Avenue is the neighborhood's go-to store for groceries and household essentials.
Big Sky Diner serves up classic breakfast meals to hungry West Willow diners just north.
The Kroger on East Michigan Avenue is West Willow's go-to store for groceries.
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Ride a historic plane at the Yankee Air Museum
The community gathers for basketball tournaments on the courts at West Willow Park. The spacious playground offers tall climbing towers and swings for older kids and a smaller tot lot for little ones. Down the street, the Community Resource Center is where residents go to pick farm-fresh produce during the summer at the community garden. History takes flight across the street at the Yankee Air Museum. Located at Willow Run Airport, the museum allows visitors to learn about the area’s aviation history and even ride in a historic plane.
West Willow Community Resource Center has fresh produce during summer at the community garden.
History takes flight just outside of West Willow at the Yankee Air Museum.
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Belleville High School has a state-championship football team
West Willow students can attend Van Buren public schools or opt for the Ypsilanti Community School District. Kindergartners can ride the bus to Tyler Elementary, which scores a B-plus on Niche. Sixth graders can join the championship robotics team at McBride Middle School or join the state championship football team at Belleville High School. Both of these schools score a solid B on Niche.
Tyler Elementary School is a great school for your child to excel and have fun while doing it.
Welcome to McBride Middle School in the Van Buren Township.
The Belleville High School football team has won back-to-back state championships.
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The Blue Angels take over the skies at Thunder Over Michigan above the West Willow neighborhood.
Watch military planes soar at Thunder Over Michigan
Every summer, Thunder Over Michigan takes over the skies above the West Willow neighborhood. This world-class Air Show is a family-friendly experience where locals can explore the massive static aircraft display, meet real fighter pilots and watch spectacular military jets soar overhead.
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Parks in this Area
Nancy Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
West Willow Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
North Hydro Park
Sugarbrook Park
Basketball
Playground
Loon Feather Point Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Harris Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Prospect Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
24 min drive
Bus
Tyler & Nash
Bus
Dorset & Tyler
Bus
Tyler & Zephyr
Reviews
Homes.com Reviews
5.01 Review
5.0Current Resident
12/18/2024Homes.com Review
I have lived in West Willow for 30 years and I love it. Nice neighbors, homes, walkable and peaceful neighborhood.
West Willow Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Willow, Ypsilanti Township sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Willow, Ypsilanti Township over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 33% 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
3,013
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,896
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,814
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.8%
College Graduates
15%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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