A pocket of Detroit that most people drive past every day without giving it a second thought is the area on the west edge of Detroit between Plymouth Road and the I-96 expressway.
However, to those who live here – long-time residents, families, and quiet homeowners – it’s more than just a point on a map:
It’s the kind of neighborhood where old maples line the sidewalks, brick homes stand tall despite their age, and residents still care deeply about what they have.
There’s no press coverage or social media hype here.
Instead, you’ll find block clubs, barbecues, kids riding bikes, and neighbors who still check in on each other.

Housing in 48227: Underrated and Just Within Reach
In a housing market where prices are climbing faster than paychecks are rising, Plymouth-I-96 is still within reach.
Here, most homes are solid single-family brick buildings with two to three bedrooms – bungalows, colonials, ranches – with full basements and fenced-in yards.
They’re not new, but they have character.
Prices usually hover around $17,000 to $130,000 in Plymouth-I-96, and many move-in ready homes are around $40,000 to $70,000.
It’s an area with plenty of potential, with charming quirks like side driveways and shared walkways to neighboring houses.
This area has first-time buyers looking for a foothold, retirees holding down the fort, and investors fixing up forgotten properties.
It’s not gentrified.
It’s Detroit at its finest – and still affordable for those looking for a bargain in a laid-back part of District 7.