Morningside, Detroit MI Neighborhood Guide

Morningside

Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48224

C Neighborhood Grade

6.1 Neighborhood Score

$116,885

Average Value

$87

Average Price per Sq Ft

Affordability, Historic Charm, and an Inspiring Spirit of Resilience in Detroit’s 48224 ZIP Code

Morningside is an east-side Detroit neighborhood that represents some of the city’s greatest comeback stories – a place where history, grit, and determination combine.
A District 4 living community anchored in the 48224 ZIP code, Morningside’s leafy streets, stately architecture, and close proximity to Grosse Pointe Park give it a mixed character that melds Detroit’s urban spirit with the class and polish of its suburban neighbor.
Bordered by Mack Avenue to the south, Warren Avenue to the north, Alter Road to the east, and Cadieux Road to the west, Morningside sits among some of Detroit’s toughest neighborhoods – East Village, Cornerstone Village, and Yorkshire Woods.
The area has seen the storms of disinvestment, vacancy, and economic shifts through the years, while still doing something few neighborhoods can – pushing back and rising on its own terms.

Morningside: A Neighborhood of History & Revival

Rising in the 1920s-1950s alongside Detroit’s auto-fueled expansion, Morningside attracted middle-class families and professionals.
It was a neighborhood known for its civic pride and cultural diversity, one where people settled down and stayed.
Though the economic tides of the 1980s and beyond battered Morningside hard, it has since become a model of grassroots renewal fueled by determined residents, block clubs, and nonprofit partnerships.
Local organizations, including the Morningside Community Organization, U-SNAP-BAC and LifeBUILDERS have championed home repairs, vacant lot clean-ups, youth programs, and green space beautification – turning Morningside into one of Detroit’s east-side bright spots.
Here, you’ll also find one of Detroit’s richest architectural landscapes:
Brick bungalows, Tudors, Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals, and duplexes line the blocks with large bay windows, decorative brickwork, arched doorways, original wood, and plasterwork – Morningside has it all.
Fixer-uppers in the area fetch about $60,000 to $100,000, while fully updated / restored homes go for around $130,000 to $240,000, which is up from just five years ago when prices rarely surpassed $200,000.
That said, the most expensive properties are around Alter Road and Mack Avenue – especially those in renovation programs.

Green Spaces / Parks / Public Life

Morningside has some of the east side’s best recreational amenities. Playgrounds, a sledding hill, sports fields, and wooded walking trails draw locals to Balduck Park.
Then there’s Chandler Park, which features a golf course, an aquatics center, and athletic fields.
The Morningside area has also benefited greatly from the efforts of the East Warren Avenue streetscape improvement project, which has added bike lanes, public art, and green spaces to the neighborhood, making it more walkable, bikeable, and easy on the eyes.

Where Detroit Eats

Food lovers in Morningside are well served.
Beloved spots like Lou’s deli, Detroit Vegan Soul, and Marrow in the nearby West Village serve up everything from deli sandwiches to modern farm-to-table fare.
Pizza shops, Coney Islands, bakeries, and family-run restaurants line Mack Avenue, East Warren Avenue, and Alter Road – and for those looking for something more upscale, Grosse Pointe Park has a thriving restaurant scene just down the street.

Everyday Convenience

Errands are easy for residents of the 48224 ZIP code thanks to the Meijer on Harper Avenue, the Aldi on Kelly Road, and local drugstores like CVS and Rite Aid.
Mack Avenue & East Warren corridors feature boutique shopping, hardware stores, beauty salons, and groceries, while adjacent Grosse Pointe Park’s retail district broadens the options even more.

Schools and Learning Pathways

The Morningside neighborhood is built on education.
Public schools in the area include Carleton Elementary, Brewer Academy, and Denby High School, and charter options include Detroit Edison Public School Academy (DEPSA) and Cornerstone Health Technology High School.
For private, faith-based alternatives, St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic School and Detroit Waldorf School are two top choices.
Morningside youth also have sports leagues, robotics and STEM clubs, visual arts, music, and dance right at their disposal – often offered through local nonprofits and school-community partnerships.

Getting Around

Bus routes along Mack, East Warren, and Cadieux keep Morningside connected, and I-94 access puts downtown Detroit within 15-20 minutes.
Bicycle lanes and upgraded sidewalks also make moving between neighborhoods without a car easier and safer than ever.

A Model of Grassroots Strength

Morningside’s turnaround is a testament to its residents.
Activist block clubs, community watch groups, youth mentorship programs, and home rehabilitation have all helped with blight reduction, safety, and neighborhood bonds.
It’s really no wonder Morningside is one of Detroit’s most inspirational comeback neighborhoods.
For families seeking strong schools and green spaces, investors seeking a rising neighborhood, or retirees in search of an area with walkable streets and a lot of history, Morningside in Detroit’s 48224 ZIP code has it all.
Offering affordability, architectural charm, active civic life, and close proximity to city action as well as suburban comforts, Morningside is something rare in Detroit: a neighborhood honoring its past while boldly defining its future.
If you’re in the market for a Detroit neighborhood with heart, determination, and undisputed momentum, this east-side gem is worth a look.

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Schools

J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy

Middle • Private

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Transit

Airport

Windsor International

Bus

Mack & Maryland

Bus

Warren & Haverhill

Bus

Mack & Buckingham

Bus

Warren & Alter

Bus

Mack & E Outer Dr

Bus

Mack & Nottingham

Bus

Warren & Barham

Crime and Safety

1 – Low Crime, 10 – High Crime	Morningside	US
Homicide	8	4
Sexual Assault	5	4
Assault with Weapon	7	4
Robbery	6	4
Burglary	5	4
Motor Vehicle Theft	5	4
Larceny	4	4
Crime Score	5	4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Morningside Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Morningside, Detroit sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Morningside, Detroit over the last 12 months is $124,356, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)	Median Single Family Price	Average Price Per Sq Ft	Number of Homes for Sale
$130,000	$135,000	$87	51
Last 12 months Home Sales	Months of Supply	Median List Price	Median Discount From 1st List Price
203	3.00	$139,900	5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood	Median Year Built
4,088	1929
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft Below the national average	Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,594 1,937	5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Homes for Sale

5243 Devonshire Road – 48224

$199,900

Beds
2 Baths
2285 Sq Ft

4836 Courville Street – 48224

$85,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1605 Sq Ft

4605 Bedford Street – 48224

$25,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
937 Sq Ft

4408 Haverhill Street – 48224

$199,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
1852 Sq Ft

5903 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$139,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1111 Sq Ft

4240 Audubon Road – 48224

$100,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1716 Sq Ft

16393 WARREN Avenue – 48224

$325,000

Beds
Baths
5108 Sq Ft

15635 MACK AVE – 48224

$259,000

Beds
Baths
10062 Sq Ft

4814 WAYBURN ST – 48224

$199,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1400 Sq Ft

3460 Bedford Street – 48224

$225,000

Beds
4 Baths
2529 Sq Ft

3709 Haverhill Street – 48224

$65,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1305 Sq Ft

4443 MARYLAND Street – 48224

$79,000

2 Beds
1 Baths
966 Sq Ft

3432 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$90,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1032 Sq Ft

3920 Devonshire Road – 48224

$200,000

Beds
2 Baths
2392 Sq Ft

4316 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$164,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1200 Sq Ft

4885 Bedford Street – 48224

$75,000

Beds
2 Baths
2184 Sq Ft

3958 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$150,000

Beds
4 Baths
1800 Sq Ft

5525 Haverhill Street – 48224

$110,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1416 Sq Ft

16134 WARREN Avenue – 48224

$29,900

Beds
Baths
4400 Sq Ft

4715 BUCKINGHAM Avenue – 48224

$89,999

3 Beds
2 Baths
987 Sq Ft

4612 Balfour Road – 48224

$249,900

6 Beds
3 Baths
2311 Sq Ft

5903 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$149,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1111 Sq Ft

5776 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$143,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2062 Sq Ft

4102 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$69,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1210 Sq Ft

4102 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$69,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1210 Sq Ft

5050 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$72,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1356 Sq Ft

11164 Outer Drive – 48224

$300,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2816 Sq Ft

4800 Berkshire Street – 48224

$179,999

4 Beds
3 Baths
1340 Sq Ft

5267 Maryland Street – 48224

$50,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1251 Sq Ft

5108 Wayburn Street – 48224

$65,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1157 Sq Ft

3610 Haverhill ST – 48224

$75,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1200 Sq Ft

5045 Balfour Road – 48224

$154,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
1496 Sq Ft

5045 Balfour Road – 48224

$154,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
1496 Sq Ft

5104-06 Balfour Road – 48224

$69,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
2222 Sq Ft

5104-06 Balfour Road – 48224

$69,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
2222 Sq Ft

4158 Bedford Street – 48224

$120,000

Beds
2 Baths
1851 Sq Ft

5275 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$184,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1500 Sq Ft

4783 WAYBURN ST – 48224

$114,200

3 Beds
1 Baths
1968 Sq Ft

3996 Beaconsfield Street – 48224

$72,500

Beds
2 Baths
1771 Sq Ft

5251 Nottingham Road – 48224

$185,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1457 Sq Ft

4326 Haverhill Street – 48224

$65,000

Beds
2 Baths
1898 Sq Ft

4326 Haverhill Street – 48224

$65,000

Beds
2 Baths
1898 Sq Ft

5250 Alter Road – 48224

$84,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1192 Sq Ft

11943 OUTER Drive – 48224

$270,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2012 Sq Ft

11943 OUTER Drive – 48224

$270,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2012 Sq Ft

5077 Berkshire Street – 48224

$119,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1464 Sq Ft

5719 Haverhill Street – 48224

$89,900

4 Beds
1 Baths
1580 Sq Ft

5575 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$138,500

3 Beds
2 Baths
1653 Sq Ft

5575 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$150,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1653 Sq Ft

16417 Warren Avenue – 48224

$189,000

Beds
Baths
1280 Sq Ft

16417 Warren Avenue – 48224

$189,000

Beds
Baths
1280 Sq Ft

4364 Somerset – 48224

$179,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1350 Sq Ft

4400 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$220,000

Beds
2 Baths
2084 Sq Ft

4690 Beaconsfield Street – 48224

$54,999

4 Beds
3 Baths
1584 Sq Ft

5565 Audubon Road – 48224

$150,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1298 Sq Ft

5565 Audubon Road – 48224

$150,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1298 Sq Ft

3985 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$99,999

3 Beds
1 Baths
1263 Sq Ft

15545 Mack Avenue – 48224

$149,900

Beds
Baths
1058 Sq Ft

15523 Mack Avenue – 48224

$1,000,000

Beds
20 Baths
9866 Sq Ft

5225 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$136,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1456 Sq Ft

3675 Bedford Street – 48224

$174,900

4 Beds
3 Baths
1440 Sq Ft

3675 Bedford Street – 48224

$189,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1440 Sq Ft

11137 Outer Drive – 48224

$115,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1137 Sq Ft

11137 Outer Drive – 48224

$115,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1137 Sq Ft

11137 Outer Drive – 48224

$115,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1137 Sq Ft

5903 Wayburn Street – 48224

$145,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1121 Sq Ft

5500 Haverhill Street – 48224

$90,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1844 Sq Ft

5276 Bedford Street – 48224

$250,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2106 Sq Ft

15535 Mack Avenue – 48224

$149,999

Beds
Baths
1020 Sq Ft

5059 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$255,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
1776 Sq Ft

3564 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$109,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1306 Sq Ft

10785 Outer Drive – 48224

$75,000

2 Beds
1 Baths
941 Sq Ft

4850 COURVILLE ST – 48224

$130,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1498 Sq Ft

15100, 10, 14, 18, 22 WARREN Avenue – 48224

$225,000

Beds
Baths
6600 Sq Ft

15523 Mack Avenue – 48224

$1,000,000

Beds
Baths
9866 Sq Ft

3919 Devonshire Road – 48224

$194,900

Beds
4 Baths
2140 Sq Ft

5545 Bedford – 48224

$154,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1700 Sq Ft

3666 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$162,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1430 Sq Ft

4320 Devonshire Road – 48224

$72,500

2 Beds
1 Baths
1210 Sq Ft

16205 Warren Avenue – 48224

$105,000

Beds
Baths
1837 Sq Ft

4869 Haverhill Street – 48224

$183,500

Beds
2 Baths
2254 Sq Ft

5957 THREE MILE Drive – 48224

$155,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1528 Sq Ft

5957 THREE MILE Drive – 48224

$155,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1528 Sq Ft

5739 Barham Street – 48224

$80,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1000 Sq Ft

3921 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$175,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1400 Sq Ft

4628 BUCKINGHAM Avenue – 48224

$200,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1006 Sq Ft

12604 Outer Drive – 48224

$290,000

Beds
4 Baths
3286 Sq Ft

5025 Haverhill Street – 48224

$128,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1688 Sq Ft

4618 Alter Road – 48215

$99,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1140 Sq Ft

4215 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$170,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2000 Sq Ft

4215 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$170,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2000 Sq Ft

5583 Nottingham Road – 48224

$89,999

3 Beds
1 Baths
1705 Sq Ft

5903 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$154,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1111 Sq Ft

4834 Devonshire Road – 48224

$139,990

3 Beds
2 Baths
2145 Sq Ft

4359 Courville Street – 48224

$160,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1331 Sq Ft

4408 Haverhill Street – 48224

$209,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1852 Sq Ft

4240 Audubon Road – 48224

$99,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
2116 Sq Ft

11921 Outer Drive – 48224

$165,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1860 Sq Ft

5767 Berkshire Street – 48224

$129,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1606 Sq Ft

4670 Devonshire Road – 48224

$159,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1526 Sq Ft

4890 Berkshire Street – 48224

$170,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1600 Sq Ft

5266 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$104,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
1440 Sq Ft

5225 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$136,999

3 Beds
1 Baths
1456 Sq Ft

4707 CHATSWORTH Street – 48224

$137,999

3 Beds
2 Baths
1585 Sq Ft

4707 CHATSWORTH Street – 48224

$137,999

3 Beds
2 Baths
1585 Sq Ft

3690 Three Mile DR – 48224

$114,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1608 Sq Ft

3661 Beaconsfield Street – 48224

$119,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1452 Sq Ft

15239 Mack Avenue – 48224

$599,999

Beds
4 Baths
7128 Sq Ft

5051 COURVILLE Street – 48224

$154,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
2506 Sq Ft

15239 Mack Avenue – 48224

$599,999

Beds
Baths
7128 Sq Ft

4373 Balfour Road – 48224

$230,000

Beds
2 Baths
2500 Sq Ft

16025 WARREN Avenue – 48224

$378,900

Beds
Baths
2446 Sq Ft

16025 WARREN Avenue – 48224

$378,900

Beds
Baths
2446 Sq Ft

16025 WARREN Avenue – 48224

$378,900

Beds
Baths
2446 Sq Ft

16014 Warren Avenue – 48224

$165,000

Beds
Baths
100 Sq Ft

5318 Alter Road – 48224

$160,000

Beds
Baths
2600 Sq Ft

5808 Lakepointe Street – 48224

$99,995

3 Beds
2 Baths
1400 Sq Ft

5059 Buckingham Avenue – 48224

$263,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
1776 Sq Ft

4414 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$151,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1344 Sq Ft

4380 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$110,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1389 Sq Ft

4380 Somerset Avenue – 48224

$110,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1389 Sq Ft

4610 Haverhill Street – 48224

$167,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1547 Sq Ft

3921 Three Mile Drive – 48224

$175,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1400 Sq Ft

3926 THREE MILE Drive – 48224

$199,999

3 Beds
3 Baths
2097 Sq Ft

5081 Barham ST

$95,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1056 Sq Ft

4707 CHATSWORTH ST

$175,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1585 Sq Ft

16334 Harper AVE – 48224

$119,900

Beds
Baths
Sq Ft

4443 MARYLAND ST

$95,000

2 Beds
1 Baths
966 Sq Ft

4366 THREE MILE DR

$149,900

3 Beds
1 Baths
1519 Sq Ft

5543 Audubon RD

$190,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1818 Sq Ft

5585 BUCKINGHAM AVE

$180,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1338 Sq Ft

4800 BEDFORD ST

$259,900

6 Beds
2 Baths
2319 Sq Ft

4628 BUCKINGHAM AVE

$200,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1006 Sq Ft

5236 BEDFORD ST

$159,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1670 Sq Ft

16134 E WARREN AVE

$54,900

0 Beds
Baths
4400 Sq Ft

5051 COURVILLE ST

$187,500

4 Beds
3 Baths
1960 Sq Ft

4359 COURVILLE ST

$170,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1331 Sq Ft

3968 BEDFORD ST

$129,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1318 Sq Ft

4677 Chatsworth ST

$189,999

5 Beds
2 Baths
1989 Sq Ft

5767 BERKSHIRE ST

$159,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1606 Sq Ft

5566 Somerset Avenue

$110,000

2 Beds
1 Baths
2250 Sq Ft

3945 DEVONSHIRE RD

$79,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1292 Sq Ft

5042 DEVONSHIRE RD

$155,000

Beds
2 Baths
2137 Sq Ft

4868 COURVILLE ST

$159,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1486 Sq Ft

15818 E WARREN AVE

$150,000

Beds
Baths
1080 Sq Ft

4674 THREE MILE DR

$140,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1965 Sq Ft

4700 CHATSWORTH ST

$135,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1786 Sq Ft

5767 WHITTIER ST

$240,000

Beds
2 Baths
2494 Sq Ft

5984 COURVILLE ST

$114,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
1379 Sq Ft

5516 AUDUBON RD

$135,000

3 Beds
1 Baths
1331 Sq Ft

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Average Home Value

Property Mix – Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population	Median Age	Population Density	Population under 18 On par with the national average
10,913	34	12 ppl/acre	30.2% 23.8%
Population over 65 On par with the national average
13.9% 19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income Significantly below the national average	Average Household Income
$43,091 $71,702	$62,143

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates	College Graduates Below the national average	Advanced Degrees Below the national average	% Population in Labor Force
85.5%	13.8% 34.1%	5.4% 13.3%	60.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation	Average Winter Low Temperature	Average Summer High Temperature	Annual Snowfall
30”	20°F	83°F	38”

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score

66 / 100

SomeTransit

Transit Score

40 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score

67 / 100

Source: Walk Score

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Morningside

Affordability, Historic Charm, and an Inspiring Spirit of Resilience in Detroit’s 48224 ZIP Code

Morningside: A Neighborhood of History & Revival

Green Spaces / Parks / Public Life

Where Detroit Eats

Everyday Convenience

Schools and Learning Pathways

Getting Around

A Model of Grassroots Strength

Agents Specializing in this Area

Schools

Transit

Airport

Bus

Bus

Bus

Bus

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Bus

Bus

Crime and Safety

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Morningside Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Neighborhood Facts

Distribution of Home Values

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Property Mix – Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Finances

Education and Workforce

Weather

Area Factors

Bikeable

66

/ 100

SomeTransit

40

/ 100

Somewhat Walkable

67

/ 100

Source: Walk Score

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