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Grand River-I96
Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48204, 48227, 48238
A- Neighborhood Grade
8.4 Neighborhood Score
$63,349
Average Value
$47
Average Price per Sq Ft
The Grit and Backbone of the 48204, 48227, and 48238 ZIP Codes
Some parts of Detroit do not ask for attention – they’ve simply earned it – and the Grand River-I-96 neighborhood is one of these places.
The corridor is formed by three ZIP codes: 48204, 48227, and 48238, and is rooted in District 7’s steadfast “get-it-done” attitude.
Flanked by Interstate 96’s wide lanes and the historic Grand River Avenue, this neighborhood is more of a crossroads than a cul-de-sac.
It’s where people hustle, build, fix, and stay.
You don’t move here for trendiness.
You move here because it has heart.
Housing in Grand River-I-96 Neighborhood
Grand River-I-96 is solid, affordable, and full of character.
Still looking for Detroit real estate that makes financial sense?
Take a look at Grand River-I-96, where you’ll find brick bungalows, colonials, and ranches with porches, basements, and large backyards.
Here, home prices start at about $45,000, making it one of the cheapest parts of the city for new buyers, families, and local investors.
That said, expect up to $125,000 for renovated or larger properties.
There are no lofty promises made in the Grand River-I-96 neighborhood. Instead, this is where you build equity, raise children, and buy without overextending yourself.
There are blocks where houses are neatly maintained and others where a little elbow grease is needed, meaning there’s lots of opportunity here – especially for those willing to invest more than just money.
Schools in District 7: Practical and Close
Schools in the Grand River-I-96 corridor are part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Here, education is local, familiar, and often multigenerational.
Cody High School is a popular option with career-focused programs and support services for its student body post-graduation.
Durfee Elementary Middle School and other nearby K-8 schools are academic strongholds and are often active community hubs themselves.
Here, teachers and parents know each other, children walk in groups to school, and school is an experience that still feels like home – even when resources are tight.
Daily Life: Fast, Functional, Familiar
Grand River Avenue is more than just a street – it’s the backbone of the neighborhood.
The area is alive with small businesses, dollar stores, independent grocers, traditional hardware shops, auto shops, barbershops, churches, and corner stores that have withstood the test of time. It’s the kind of place where you can cash a check, fix a tire, and pick up dinner within the same few blocks.
This isn’t curated retail.
Just the basics, run by people who live here.
As for food, Motor City Soul Food, Grandy’s, and a rotation of coney islands provide the Grand River-I-96 neighborhood with straightforward meals.
Need something bigger?
West of I-96 is Southfield, and Redford, two popular shopping hubs that are easily accessible to Grand River-I-96 residents.
Parks, Recreation, and Community
Although there aren’t huge parks on every block in the Grand River-I-96 area, nearby Rouge Park, Stoepel Park, and Eliza Howell Park are just a short drive away, offering walking trails, sports fields, and wide open green space for when you need to unplug.
As for the nearby area, community resides less in formal settings and parks and more on front porches, in block club meetings, church basements, and local youth leagues.
It’s a neighborhood that organizes itself – sometimes quietly.
Getting Around: Built for Movement
Transportation is a major advantage in Grand River-I-96, as its name suggests.
I-96 runs right through Grand River Avenue and cuts diagonally across the west side, putting residents just minutes from downtown, Southfield, Livonia, or wherever you need to be.
There are also frequent DDOT bus routes, and this part of the city is relatively easy to travel for those with cars as well.
In short, the 48204, 48227, and 48238 ZIP codes are a commuter’s dream – especially if that dream includes a friendly neighbor who will jump your car battery when it dies.
Grand River-I-96: the Pulse Beyond the Pavement
Grand River-I-96 is not about polish – it’s about rhythm.
Here you’ll hear the freeway rumble, clippers working in a nearby barbershop, and the footsteps of people getting things done.
There’s nothing this neighborhood has to prove – instead, it has something to preserve:
A community of people that truly care about each other.
Agents Specializing in this Area
Schools
No Schools found.
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
Bus
Schoolcraft & Mendota
Bus
Grand River & Wyoming
Bus
Schaefer & 14044
Bus
Schaefer & Schoolcraft
Bus
Plymouth & Wisconsin
Bus
Grand River & Steel
Bus
Schoolcraft & Schaefer
Crime and Safety
| 1 – Low Crime, 10 – High Crime | Grand River-I96 | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Grand River-I96 Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grand River-I96, Detroit sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Grand River-I96, Detroit over the last 12 months is $43,500, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
| Median List Price | Median Sale Price | Median Single Family Sale Price | Median Change From 1st List Price |
| $60,000 | $43,500 | $49,900 | 11% |
| Last 12 months Home Sales | Median Home Sale Price YoY Change | Average Price Per Sq Ft | |
| 49 | 9% | $47 |
Neighborhood Facts
| Number of Homes in Neighborhood | Number of Homes for Sale |
| 2,218 | 15 |
| Median Year Built | Months of Supply |
| 1925 | 3.70 |
| Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft Below the national average | Median Lot Size Sq Ft |
| 2,6841,937 | 4,356 |
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
14248 Stansbury Street – 48227
$95,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1026 Sq Ft
12786 Mendota Street – 48238
$119,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 3276 Sq Ft
12875 Steel Street – 48227
$120,000
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1590 Sq Ft
12658 Ilene Street – 48238
$149,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1543 Sq Ft
12373 Griggs Street – 48204
$57,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1122 Sq Ft
12762 Meyers – 48227
$60,000
- Beds
- Baths
- Sq Ft
12789 Birwood Street – 48238
$129,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1935 Sq Ft
13120 Washburn Street – 48238
$54,900
- 0 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1320 Sq Ft
12685 Washburn Street – 48238
$175,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 867 Sq Ft
14232 Cruse Street – 48227
$99,990
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1598 Sq Ft
11731 Washburn Street – 48204
$98,000
- Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2142 Sq Ft
13340 HARTWELL Street – 48227
$240,000
- Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2832 Sq Ft
11019 W Grand River AVE – 48204
$100,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 4739 Sq Ft
12210 Grand River Avenue – 48204
$274,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 4299 Sq Ft
13657 Grand River Avenue – 48227
$89,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 1226 Sq Ft
13850 Grand River Avenue – 48227
$535,500
- Beds
- Baths
- 12101 Sq Ft
12628 Washburn Street – 48238
$69,400
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1404 Sq Ft
13135 GRIGGS Street – 48238
$65,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1400 Sq Ft
13127 GRIGGS Street – 48238
$60,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1537 Sq Ft
13120 Birwood Street – 48238
$80,890
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1300 Sq Ft
13120 Birwood Street – 48238
$80,890
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1300 Sq Ft
13120 Birwood Street – 48238
$80,890
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1300 Sq Ft
12211 Ilene Street – 48204
$84,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 970 Sq Ft
13135 Washburn Street – 48238
$86,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1372 Sq Ft
13111 MANOR Street – 48238
$68,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1728 Sq Ft
13111 MANOR Street – 48238
$68,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1728 Sq Ft
12684 Birwood Street – 48238
$85,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1628 Sq Ft
12875 Steel Street – 48227
$117,000
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1590 Sq Ft
13633 GRAND RIVER Avenue – 48227
$349,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 6851 Sq Ft
12373 Griggs Street – 48204
$65,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1122 Sq Ft
14248 Stansbury Street – 48227
$95,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1026 Sq Ft
13144 Griggs Street – 48238
$85,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1296 Sq Ft
13144 Griggs Street – 48238
$80,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1296 Sq Ft
12144 N Washburn Street – 48204
$175,000
- Beds
- Baths
- Sq Ft
12701 Griggs Street – 48238
$80,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1637 Sq Ft
12245 Washburn Street – 48204
$19,400
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1435 Sq Ft
13175 Monte Vista Street – 48238
$120,000
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1300 Sq Ft
12091 Manor Street – 48204
$109,999
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1730 Sq Ft
11751 Grand River Avenue – 48204
$95,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 1545 Sq Ft
12290 Griggs Street – 48204
$83,400
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1383 Sq Ft
12290 Griggs Street – 48204
$88,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1383 Sq Ft
12207 Grand River Avenue – 48204
$1,220,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 9180 Sq Ft
13135 Washburn Street – 48238
$95,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1372 Sq Ft
12684 Washburn Street
$85,000
- 4 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1672 Sq Ft
11718 Manor Street – 48204
$69,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1224 Sq Ft
12200 Grand River Avenue – 48204
$148,900
- Beds
- Baths
- 2000 Sq Ft
13132 Grand River Avenue – 48227
$850,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 5537 Sq Ft
12601 Griggs Street – 48238
$75,000
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1912 Sq Ft
13340 HARTWELL Street – 48227
$245,000
- Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2832 Sq Ft
14248 Stansbury Street – 48227
$100,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1026 Sq Ft
13127 GRIGGS ST
$75,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1537 Sq Ft
13135 GRIGGS ST
$80,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1400 Sq Ft
12634 MONTE VISTA ST
$99,900
- 4 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1818 Sq Ft
14255 SCHAEFER HIWY
$450,000
- 0 Beds
- Baths
- 10000 Sq Ft
13340 HARTWELL ST
$285,000
- Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2832 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 |
| 5,205 | 39 | 6 ppl/acre | 26.5% 23.8% |
| Population over 65 On par with the national average | |||
| 16.9% 19.1% |
Finances
| Median Household Income Significantly below the national average | Average Household Income |
| $26,183 $71,702 | $39,218 |
Education and Workforce
| High School Graduates | College Graduates Below the national average | Advanced Degrees | % Population in Labor Force Below the national average |
| 76.9% | 5.7% 34.1% | 4% | 48.6% 65.1% |
Weather
| Annual Precipitation | Average Winter Low Temperature | Average Summer High Temperature | Annual Snowfall |
| 30” | 20°F | 83°F | 38” |
