Highland Park
How Detroit neighborhoods got their names
The origin stories behind 12 of the city’s best-known neighborhoods.
What $100K buys in Detroit right now
See what you can get in neighborhoods and cities like Highland Park, Hamtramck, and the Aviation Subdivision.
Charming little bungalow in Highland Park seeks $145K
This classic bungalow has been completely updated inside.
With support of Green New Deal, Highland Park is officially on the cutting edge of green technology
The city has also been an incubator for innovative, sustainable projects
For $165K, a revamped brick colonial in Grixdale Farms
This handsome move-in ready home has three bedrooms, a finished basement, and a two-car garage.
Here’s what $170K buys in Detroit right now
Highland Park? Bagley? Jefferson-Chalmers? Which home would you choose?
Avalon Village moves forward with plans for Blue Moon Cafe and Greenhouse
The community-led village in Highland Park is close to finishing the Homework House and just took a big step in clearing the way for a cafe and greenhouse.
For $150K, a charming home near the State Fairgrounds
This four bedroom, character-filled home is in the Grixdale neighborhood, right off of Woodward.
Learn more about Highland Park’s Parker Village redevelopment this week
SpaceLab Detroit will hold a presentation on the redevelopment of Thompson Elementary School, which aims for LEED Platinum certification.
Development Notes: Crowne Plaza expansion, Highland Park redevelopment, and more
According to reports, we could see another tower next to the Crowne Plaza in the coming years.
A bold vision for Highland Park
A new strategic plan includes adaptive reuse of historic buildings, increased public spaces, and connectivity to Detroit neighborhoods and beyond.
For $120K, own this church in Highland Park
For $120,000 and a vision, this Highland Park church with huge windows can be yours.
Avalon Village celebrates Grand Opening all weekend
The community is welcome to celebrate with the village this weekend. Here’s a look at their progress so far.
Highland Park’s Avalon Village to receive prefab house
It’s a gift from The Ellen Degeneres Show and Cocoon9
Avalon Village will get a solar roof; Mama Shu to appear on Ellen show
A lot is happening as they prepare for their September 23 Grand Opening to turn blight into beauty in Highland Park.
Renovation Alert: 3 Craftsman bungalows, one price
Three houses and a vacant lot are for sale for $125,000. Major renovations required: Is this a deal?
Avalon Village update: Anthem video released, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events
Avalon Village, a community that’s turning a blighted neighborhood into a self-sustaining eco-village, has been busy the past couple months. Here are some updates.
Avalon Village raises $243K; Continues to rebuild Highland Park neighborhood
The group is working to turn their blighted Highland Park neighborhood into a safe space for children and to build economic opportunity for women.
Avalon Village updates: concrete poured, $115K raised through crowdfunding
In the weeks since we last visited the eco-village in Highland Park, concrete has been poured for the Goddess Marketplace, the Homework House is getting gutted, and over $115,000 has been raised through Kickstarter.
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Avalon Village
Avalon Village will promote self-sufficiency, learning, and economic development in a community where services have been reduced or eliminated.
A Sustainable Eco-Village is Rising in Highland Park
Avalon Village will promote self-sufficiency, learning, and economic development in a community where services have been reduced or eliminated.
