Airport Sub is the kind of living community where residents take immense pride in where they live, working collaboratively to maintain the neighborhood’s security, cleanliness, and charm.

Backed by an ongoing partnership with District 3 police, neighborhood watch patrols, and active block clubs, maintaining the area’s safe reputation is one of Airport Sub’s core values. 

As for Airport Sub’s housing stock, the neighborhood was initially developed by the city of Detroit between the 1920s and 1950s, which is reflected in its sturdy mid-century architecture.

Originally intended as one of the suburban hubs built to house the families tied to Detroit’s auto and aviation industries, the neighborhood has strong ties to the city’s industrial growth.

Here, you can expect to find everything from brick bungalows to traditional ranch-style homes to classic Detroit two-story homes with key architectural elements such as:

·     Original hardwood flooring

·     Decorative stonework

·     Full Michigan basements

·     Other vintage mid-century elements (such as limestone)

·     Solid brick construction & porches

·     Driveways leading back to detached garages

·     Fenced-in yards for gardening and entertainment 

Home prices in the 48213 area reflect this, ranging anywhere from $40,000 for a fixer-upper to $100,000 for a completely refurbished home, offering much in the way of affordability for first-time buyers and investors alike.

The neighborhood’s combination of tradition, culture, accessibility, and beautification efforts make Airport Sub a noteworthy up-and-coming area to consider for putting down long-lasting roots.