Detroit Neighborhoods

by Cyrus Wheeler

Here's a list of some of the neighborhoods in Detroit Proper:

  1. Adams Street: Known for its large number of commercial buildings and accessibility to the heart of the city.
  2. Art Centre: This area is home to the Detroit Institute of Arts and the College for Creative Studies.
  3. Atkinson Avenue: This historic district contains many well-preserved early 20th century homes.
  4. Bagley: A historic district that was once a working-class neighborhood.
  5. Boston-Edison: A large historic district that is home to many early 20th century mansions, including the Henry Ford House.
  6. Boynton-Oakwood Heights: Known for its strong community involvement.
  7. Bricktown: Located between the Renaissance Center and Greektown, Bricktown is home to many restaurants and entertainment venues.
  8. Brightmoor: Originally developed as a planned community, Brightmoor has struggled with urban decay but is also home to community gardens and art installations.
  9. Brush Park: A historic district undergoing redevelopment, it is known for its Victorian-style homes.
  10. Brush Street: Well-known for Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers, and Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.
  11. Cass Corridor: Known for its cultural, musical, and artistic scenes, and home to the Detroit Masonic Temple, the world's largest Masonic Temple.
  12. Cass Park: This neighborhood surrounds the historic Cass Park, and is close to the Detroit Masonic Temple and Little Caesars Arena.
  13. Chaldean Town: Known for its Chaldean community, this area features many Middle Eastern restaurants and businesses.
  14. Chandler Park: Home to the large Chandler Park, it offers many recreational amenities.
  15. Chene Street: Known for the historic Chene Park (now Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre) located along the Detroit riverfront.
  16. Conner Creek Industrial: An industrial area that has seen significant development.
  17. Corktown: Detroit’s oldest neighborhood, known for its Irish heritage and historic architecture.
  18. Cultural Center: Home to many of Detroit's museums and cultural institutions, including the Detroit Public Library and the Detroit Historical Museum.
  19. Delray: Currently undergoing a transformation due to the Gordie Howe International Bridge project.
  20. Detroit Financial District: A business district in Downtown Detroit, Michigan, near the headquarters of several major corporations.
  21. Detroit Golf: A neighborhood built around the Detroit Golf Club.
  22. Downtown Detroit: The central business district of Detroit, filled with skyscrapers and historic buildings.
  23. East English Village: Known for its well-kept brick homes, it was named one of the ten best neighborhoods in the United States by the American Planning Association in 2007.
  24. East Ferry Avenue: This historic district contains many fine examples of late 19th and early 20th century residential architecture.
  25. Eastern Market: Known for its public market—the largest historic public market district in the United States.
  26. Eliza Howell: A neighborhood with a park that offers many recreational amenities.
  27. Fisher Body 21: An industrial area that was once home to an automobile coachbuilder.
  28. Fitzgerald: Home to the University of Detroit Mercy and Marygrove College.
  29. Foxtown: Home to the Detroit Opera House and the Fillmore Detroit, Foxtown is a hub of cultural and entertainment activities.
  30. Grand Circus Park: Known for its park of the same name, which splits Woodward Avenue into two branches.
  31. Gratiot Woods: A neighborhood that has seen significant development in recent years.
  32. Greektown: Known for its casino, Greek restaurants, and nightlife.
  33. Greektown Historic District: Known for its casino, Greek cuisine, and nightlife.
  34. Harper Avenue: This major thoroughfare is home to many businesses and residential neighborhoods.
  35. Harmony Village: Named for its diverse population and community involvement.
  36. Herman Gardens: Once the site of public housing, it has been redeveloped into mixed-income housing.
  37. Highland Park: An independent city within Detroit, known for its significant contribution to the American automotive industry.
  38. Hubbell-Lyndon: A neighborhood on the west side of Detroit.
  39. I-94 Industrial: An area dominated by industrial complexes.
  40. Indian Village: Known for its historic homes built in the early 20th century.
  41. Islandview: Named for its location near Belle Isle, it is home to historic residential architecture.
  42. Jefferson East: A community located along East Jefferson Avenue, known for its waterfront parks.
  43. Joseph Berry Sub: A neighborhood known for the Berry Subdivision which has homes built in the early 20th century.
  44. Kettering: Named after inventor and former head of research for General Motors, Charles F. Kettering, this area is known for the Kettering High School.
  45. Lafayette Park: Known for its modernist architecture, it is part of the Mies van der Rohe Residential District.
  46. Lasalle College Park: A neighborhood that contains a large number of well-preserved houses.
  47. Mack: A neighborhood on the east side of Detroit.
  48. Michigan-Martin: A neighborhood that is part of the larger area known as Corktown.
  49. Midtown Detroit: A mixed-use area known for its cultural, educational, and medical institutions.
  50. Milwaukee Junction: Known for its industrial buildings, it is currently experiencing a resurgence.
  51. Minock Park: A neighborhood on the west side of Detroit.
  52. Mohican Regent: Located on the far east side of Detroit.
  53. Morningside: A neighborhood known for its single-family houses.
  54. Near East Side: A neighborhood undergoing significant revitalization, with a number of renovated historic homes.
  55. New Amsterdam: A small neighborhood known for its early 20th century industrial buildings, many of which have been converted into lofts.
  56. New Center: Known for its historic architecture, including the Fisher Building and the Detroit Public Library's Main Branch.
  57. North Corktown: The northern part of the oldest neighborhood in Detroit, North Corktown is known for its residential character.
  58. North End: A neighborhood that is home to several historic buildings.
  59. Nortown: Located on the far northeast side of Detroit.
  60. Old Redford: Known for its historic Redford Theatre.
  61. Osborn: A neighborhood that is home to several schools and parks.
  62. Palmer Park: Known for its historic apartment district and the large Palmer Park.
  63. Palmer Woods: Known for its affluent, spacious residences.
  64. Paradise Valley: A historic African American entertainment district, it was the home of significant blues and jazz music in the early 20th century.
  65. Park Avenue: Known for the historic Park Avenue House, which has been converted into luxury condominiums.
  66. Petosky-Otsego: A neighborhood on the west side of Detroit.
  67. Pilgrim Village: A neighborhood that is part of the larger area known as Martin Park.
  68. Pingree Park: A historic district known for its early 20th century homes.
  69. Piquette Avenue Industrial Historic District: Known for the Piquette Avenue Ford Plant, where the first Model T was produced.
  70. Poletown East: Known for the large Detroit Assembly Plant.
  71. Rivertown: A waterfront neighborhood that is experiencing significant development.
  72. Rosedale Park: Known for its historic homes and the large Rosedale Park.
  73. Russell Woods: Known for its bungalows and Tudor Revival homes.
  74. Sherwood Forest: An affluent neighborhood known for its historic homes.
  75. Southwest Detroit: A culturally diverse area known for its vibrant Mexican and Latin American communities.
  76. Springwells: A diverse neighborhood that is home to a large number of immigrants.
  77. State Fair Grounds: Known for the Michigan State Fairgrounds, which hosts the annual Michigan State Fair.
  78. Sugar Hill Historic District: Known for its Art Deco and Tudor Revival architecture.
  79. The Villages: This collection of neighborhoods is known for its residential character and its community organizations.
  80. University District: Named for its location near the University of Detroit Mercy, it is known for its historic homes.
  81. Virginia Park: This historic district contains many large, single family homes, most of which were built in the early 20th century.
  82. Warren-Prentis Historic District: This area contains many well-preserved residential, commercial, and civic buildings from the late 19th and early 20th century.
  83. Warrendale: One of Detroit's largest neighborhoods, it is known for its single-family homes.
  84. West Canfield: This historic district is known for its Victorian homes and the well-preserved brick streets.
  85. West Village: Known for its historic homes and commercial buildings.
  86. Westwood Park: A neighborhood on the west side of Detroit.
  87. Willis-Selden Historic District: Known for its mix of Victorian, Italianate, and Tudor homes, Willis-Selden was one of the first residential districts in the city.
  88. Willis-Selden: Known for its mix of Victorian, Italianate, and Tudor homes, Willis-Selden was one of the first residential districts in the city.
  89. Woodbridge: A historic neighborhood known for its Victorian-era houses.
  90. Woodward Avenue: Known as Detroit's Main Street, it is home to several of the city's major institutions and tourist attractions.

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