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North Corktown
Suburban Neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan
Wayne County 48201, 48208, 48216
A Neighborhood Grade
8.8 Neighborhood Score
$362,722
Average Value
$309
Average Price per Sq Ft
Detroitโs Quiet Reawakening in Detroitโs District 6
Just northwest of Corktown, there is North Corktown, one of Detroit’s most underdeveloped pockets โ a blighted District 6 block where boarded-up bungalows meet new townhomes.
Spanning ZIP codes 48201, 48208, and 48216, North Corktown brings a rich history combined with modernity.
Stillness beside growth, and vacancy beside chance.
48201, 48208, & 48216: A Market in Transition
North Corktown is rough around the edges โ which is precisely why it’s drawing attention.
Its proximity to downtown and Corktown’s redeveloped commercial strip means property values are steadily climbing, yet the area is still fairly affordable.
Most distressed single-family homes are for sale for $20,000 to $65,000, if in need of full renovations, while move-in-ready homes needing minimal updating are listed for between $175,000 and $330,000 โ often mid-century styles or simple colonials.
Modern finishes, rooftop decks, and smart-home amenities are also standard in new construction townhomes near Spruce and Ash streets and typically list for between $285,000 and $500,000.
Zoning flexibility and vacant land have made North Corktown a developer’s playground โ and for buyers, one of the few remaining neighborhoods within 48201, 48208, and 48216 where a million-dollar budget isn’t a must.
District 6’s Best-Kept Secret
North Corktown exists in the shadows despite being central to Corktown and downtown, but that’s changing fast.
With Ford’s Michigan Central Station development just blocks away and ongoing city infrastructure investment, the neighborhood location is hard to beat.
Walkability, green space, and public-private partnerships have been priorities for District 6 leaders to spur infill housing and commercial development.
In short: North Corktown isn’t just for investors.
Itโs for anyone looking to capitalize on a community in its comeback season.
Dining, Retail, and Daily Life on the Edge
While North Corktown still lacks its own dining district, residents can walk or bike to Corktown’s food scene just south of I-75:
Get brunch at Bobcat Bonnie’s or lunch at Green Dot Stables.
Craft beer fans are well served by Batch Brewing Company, and foodies can head to Folk’s Detroit and Supergeil.
For groceries, Honey Bee La Colmena and E & L Supermercado are two local favorites, both just 5-10 minutes away.
Shopping remains limited within North Corktown itself, though nearby All Things Marketplace on Michigan Avenue features handmade goods, home items, and Detroit brands.
Parks and Green Space: Breathing Room in the City
One of North Corktown’s unexpected benefits is open space.
Some empty lots have become community gardens and pocket parks, while Joe Louis Greenway, a major citywide trail project, will soon weave through or alongside portions of the area, improving bike and pedestrian access throughout the city of Detroit as a whole.
Nearby Roosevelt Park also has a common lawn with views of the developing Michigan Central site, and the Dequindre Cut and Riverwalk are both easily accessible by bike.
Education and Community in North Corktown and Beyond
North Corktown families attend Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) schools, particularly nearby institutions such as:
- Maybury Elementary School: a bilingual public elementary school with an inclusive atmosphere.
- Western International High School: a community-focused school with sports, arts, and language programs.
As well as charter options such as Hope Academy and Cesar Chavez Academy are available for families interested in alternative education routes. The area is still emerging as a family-centric neighborhood, but community organizations are active โ supporting after-school programs, literacy efforts, and housing stabilization.
Travel, Urban Access
North Corktownโs location means having plenty of access to everything:
I-75 and M-10 (Lodge Freeway) are its eastern and southern boundaries, connecting residents to the city and nearby suburbs with ease.
DDOT bus routes along Martin Luther King Jr. provide bus service to downtown, Wayne State, and the west side.
And cycle paths and crosswalks are expanding as redevelopment progresses and North Corktown receives infrastructure funding to connect its most overlooked neighborhoods to Detroit’s larger resurgence.
Final Word: A Neighborhood with Brighter Days Ahead
North Corktown isnโt just an overlooked mark on a map.
This quiet part of District 6 is exploding with potential โ without losing its sense of space, stillness, and possibility.
For those priced out of Corktown or wary of the gloss of downtown, North Corktown offers a good alternative: grit with grace, room to grow, and plenty of opportunity to invest in a place that hasn’t lost its soul.
Itโs not finished โ but that’s the point.
It’s a blank canvas.
And canvases don’t stay blank in Detroit.
Agents Specializing in this Area
Transit
Airport
Windsor International
Bus
14th & Ash
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14th & I-75 Service Dr
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Grand River & Ash
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Trumbull & Elm
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Trumbull & Temple
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Martin Luther King & 2685
Bus
Grand River & Hobson
Crime and Safety
| 1 – Low Crime, 10 – High Crime | North Corktown | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Corktown
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Corktown, Detroit sell after 549 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in North Corktown, Detroit over the last 12 months is $464,000, up 15% 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 Townhouse Sale Price |
| $451,000 | $464,000 | $424,000 | $465,500 |
| Median Change From 1st List Price | Last 12 months Home Sales | Median Home Sale Price YoY Change | Average Price Per Sq Ft |
| -2% | 5 | 15% | $334 |
Neighborhood Facts
| Number of Homes in Neighborhood | Number of Homes for Sale |
| 243 | 5 |
| Median Year Built | Months of Supply |
| 1900 | 12.00 |
| Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft Below the national average | Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft |
| 2,410 1,937 | 1,417 |
| Median Lot Size Sq Ft | |
| 3,049 |
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Untitled Listing
$350,000
- Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3208 Sq Ft
Untitled Listing
$184,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1650 Sq Ft
Untitled Listing
$1,600,000
- Beds
- Baths
- 0 Sq Ft
Untitled Listing
$339,000
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1200 Sq Ft
3313 COCHRANE ST
$435,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1545 Sq Ft
3018 HARRISON ST
$200,000
- Beds
- Baths
- Sq Ft
3006 HARRISON ST
$199,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 961 Sq Ft
15227 PLYMOUTH RD
$121,000
- 0 Beds
- Baths
- 1300 Sq Ft
2642 COCHRANE ST
$989,000
- Beds
- Baths
- Sq Ft
3028 14TH ST
$16,500
- Beds
- Baths
- 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 |
| 1,401 | 35 | 4 ppl/acre | 26.4% 23.8% |
| Population over 65 On par with the national average | |||
| 12.4% 19.1% |
Finances
| Median Household Income Significantly below the national average | Average Household Income |
| $41,686 $71,702 | $45,356 |
Education and Workforce
| High School Graduates | College Graduates Below the national average | Advanced Degrees | % Population in Labor Force Below the national average |
| 84.5% | 20.6% 34.1% | 6.6% | 57.3% 65.1% |
Weather
| Annual Precipitation | Average Winter Low Temperature | Average Summer High Temperature | Annual Snowfall |
| 30” | 20ยฐF | 83ยฐF | 38” |
