Popular housing stock in Fitzgerald-Marygrove includes Colonial revivals, English Tudors, Detroit-style brick bungalows, and ranch-style homes. The neighborhood appeals to families, young professionals, and retirees seeking community and culture, with a healthy event calendar, cultural upliftment through Marygrove Conservancy, and ongoing partnerships with local nonprofits bringing a vibrant, forward-thinking atmosphere to the community.It is no surprise, then, that property values have seen significant growth in Fitzgerald-Marygrove in recent years, with around $90,000 for a fixer-upper in need of TLC to $250,000 for fully restored homes being the norm. As far as architectural detailing is concerned, one can expect to see plenty of old-school touches, from ornate wrought iron doors to solid brick façades, stone masonry, large bay windows, arched doorways, detached garages, steep gable roofs, and original hardwood flooring and fireplaces. If that is not enough of a draw, the neighborhood comes highly walkable thanks to its easy-to-navigate grid layout and spacious sidewalk-lined streets. It also benefits greatly from strong resident engagement, from block clubs to their participation in the Fitzgerald Revitalization Project and the Marygrove Conservancy.

Ongoing safety and community improvement efforts include:

·     Alley clean-up days

·     Abandoned lot maintenance

·     Home restoration grants

·     Community events such as holiday fairs and movie nights

As far as access is concerned, Fitzgerald-Marygrove is connected to the rest of the Metro via 6 Mile (McNichols), Livernois, Wyoming Avenue, with fast routes into downtown via nearby M-10 (Lodge Freeway) and I-96. For residents without a car, DDOT buses run frequently through the neighborhood, linking them to surrounding urban hubs in record time.