Gardenview Estates
Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48228
C Neighborhood Grade
6.1 Neighborhood Score
$56,159
Average Value
$84
Average Price per Sq Ft
A Community Rebuilding Itself One Home at a Time in Wayne County 48228
Detroit’s Garden View neighborhood is one of those communities where the past and future meet.
This westside pocket in the middle of District 7 and ZIP code 48228 is home to the demolished Herman Gardens housing project, with a mix of older, more elaborate homes and recent builds signifying its cautious yet determined revival.
While far from being one of Detroit’s most sought-after neighborhoods, Garden View still has a story to tell: one based in its will to survive.
Housing: From the Rubble to Renewal
The tension between old and new in Garden View is not to be dismissed. Here, you’ll find crumbling porches and overgrown lots on some streets, and sleek, modern homes with vinyl siding, driveways, and fenced-in yards just a block or two over.
As for pricing, most fixer-uppers in the area (some untouched since the Herman Gardens days) go for $10,000 to $25,000, while older brick colonials / bungalows in livable condition range from $60,000 to $115,000 with recent updates / upkeep.
As for the newer builds in Detroit’s redevelopment project, Garden View Estates, expect prices starting at $120,000, all the way up to $225,000 for modern three- to four-bedroom homes with attached garages and central air – amenities not always found in older Detroit housing stock.
The rising median home price in the Garden View neighborhood is also evidence of more people moving back in, from families looking to put down roots in an affordable area to investors looking to capitalize early on a zip code with a lot of potential
Community Life: Still Tight, Still Proud
While far from flashy, Garden View has heart.
The area’s local Boys and Girls Club serves as a hub for Garden View youth – yet another development built as part of the Garden View Estates redevelopment project.
Here, kids play basketball, receive tutoring, and participate in summer extracurricular programs.
And while the neighborhood’s block club scene faded in the 1970s and 1980s, strong pockets of neighborly care remain in the form of weekend cookouts, monthly clean-ups, and lively late-night porch conversations that would make all the people who lived during the Herman Gardens era proud.
Green Space and Recreation
Though Garden View’s name suggests greenery, what exists in the way of a park scene in the neighborhood is actually quite modest.
A few smaller parks and green lots dot the area for play, picnicking, and sports, while Rouge Park, Detroit’s largest urban park, is just a short drive away for nature lovers and recreation seekers looking to unwind outdoors with trails, a golf course, and even a swimming pool available in the summer.
Schools: Holding Steady
Garden View neighborhood is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Resources may be tight, but many families still cling to a few local learning institutions in the nearby area:
Mann Learning Community serves elementary-age kids, providing them with important foundational skills.
Henderson Academy is a K-8th grade school with a reputation for community involvement.
Cody High School, just a mile up the road, is well known for its academic, sports, and college prep pathways.
With the KIPP Detroit Imani Academy, a planned K-8 public charter school (another part of the Garden View Estates Redevelopment Plan) soon set to provide Garden View residents with an alternative to public school education.
Getting Around: Just Close Enough
Living in Garden View means never being far from the basics without the traffic or chaos that usually comes with city living.
Nearby Joy Road and Southfield Freeway (M-39) takes you downtown, to Dearborn, and to the airport in just under 20 minutes on a light traffic day.
As for public transportation and pedestrian travel, public buses regularly run throughout the neighborhood, and wide streets provide plenty of room for parking and cyclists.
It’s a great commuter homebase – connected, yet not overly crowded and congested.
Final Word: Garden View is Slowly Coming Back
Garden View isn’t upscale or trendy, but it’s alive and constantly in motion – once scarred, recovered, and now… slowly rebuilding.
For the rare homebuyer willing to put in work, Garden View offers a perfect mix of history, community, and potential.
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Transit
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Southfield & Tireman
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Joy & Memorial
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Joy & Southfield
Crime and Safety
| 1 – Low Crime, 10 – High Crime | Gardenview Estates | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Gardenview Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gardenview Estates, Detroit sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Gardenview Estates, Detroit over the last 12 months is $60,000, up 90% 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 |
| $81,000 | $60,000 | $65,000 | 35% |
| Last 12 months Home Sales | Median Home Sale Price YoY Change | Average Price Per Sq Ft | |
| 1 | 90% | $84 |
Neighborhood Facts
| Number of Homes in Neighborhood | Number of Homes for Sale |
| 65 | 1 |
| Median Year Built | Months of Supply |
| 1950 | 12.00 |
Distribution of Home Values
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Property Mix – Square Feet
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Demographics
| Total Population | Median Age | Population Density | Population under 18 On par with the national average |
| 1,345 | 31 | 8 ppl/acre | 36.7% 23.8% |
| Population over 65 On par with the national average | |||
| 14.6% 19.1% |
Finances
| Median Household Income Significantly below the national average | Average Household Income |
| $25,778 $71,702 | $30,055 |
Education and Workforce
| High School Graduates | College Graduates Below the national average | Advanced Degrees | % Population in Labor Force |
| 83% | 12.6% 34.1% | 4.3% 13.3% | 57.6% |
Weather
| Annual Precipitation | Average Winter Low Temperature | Average Summer High Temperature | Annual Snowfall |
| 30” | 20°F | 83°F | 38” |
Area Factors
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26
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Source: Walk Score
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