Worst areas in Detroit (Lincoln Park, Southgate: real estate, condo, unemployment)

[redskingreg]

I just read this thread and didn't see anything on Warren. I'm staying there Friday and Saturday night, then heading to the Lions/Redskins game on Sunday. Thoughts on Warren, anyone?

[wastedyouth1978]

Great thread, especially considering the fact the me and a buddy are heading out to Detroit in February. The purpose for our trip is two-fold: 1) we want to see a Wings game, and 2) we want to visit movie locations from the movie 8-mile, as well as the recently produced 'Gran Torino'. I've been able to track down most of the addresses and locations, so we're good in this respect; however, I was hoping some of you could shed some light on two Caucasian Canadians driving around Detroit aimlessly to visit movie locations on 8 mile road, and through some of Highland Park, MI.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Also, we're thinking about staying in a hotel downtown - any additional thoughts on this would be appreciated!

[skyl4rk]

You can go to the worst areas on Sunday morning no problem. Just have a cell phone and a number for a reliable tow company and taxi just in case your car quits.

Most parts of town are not that bad. Detroit is a fun town, the people are great.

I nominate the area around Mount Elliot at Conant for the worst.

[domodomo]

I agree with Sunday morning as a good time, but mainly because of the lack of traffic. I drop my wife off everyday for work and drive back via different routes. Have had no problems. Check out Indian village, Palmer Park area as well as Woodard ave. I am always amazed to see the bordered up churches and mansions......

[Geffen]

7 Mile & McNichols

but Detroit is not that bad. I currently live in Berkley with my mother (im a high school student) but after college and a couple of career moves, I plan to live in the nice parts of Detroit like Rosedale Park and Oakman Blvd.

[renter8319]

Originally Posted by wastedyouth1978

Great thread, especially considering the fact the me and a buddy are heading out to Detroit in February. The purpose for our trip is two-fold: 1) we want to see a Wings game, and 2) we want to visit movie locations from the movie 8-mile, as well as the recently produced 'Gran Torino'. I've been able to track down most of the addresses and locations, so we're good in this respect; however, I was hoping some of you could shed some light on two Caucasian Canadians driving around Detroit aimlessly to visit movie locations on 8 mile road, and through some of Highland Park, MI.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Also, we're thinking about staying in a hotel downtown - any additional thoughts on this would be appreciated!

highland park is probably the worst area of detroit. they don't have a police department because of funding. the sheriff is responsible for policing the area. if your going to go down there be careful. the best time would be around 8-11am because no one down there is awake. don't get lost. good luck, it's nothing like canada. please let us know what you think about it.

[renter8319]

[quote=Geffen;7059638]7 Mile & McNichols

but Detroit is not that bad. I currently live in Berkley with my mother (im a high school student) but after college and a couple of career moves, I plan to live in the nice parts of Detroit like Rosedale Park and Oakman Blvd.[/quote

7 mile and mchnicols don't cross, mchnichols is 6 mile rd.

[turtle7]

i'm from the eastside.
and like it's bad so ta speak.
but the westside of Detroit is gettin worse that the east.

to be specific.
Mack Ave.,
Dexter-Linwood,
and Zone 8 (8 mile).

those are the worst in my opinion.
some neighborhoods look worse then they are.
thats what you gotta realize.
so if you aint from the D and you scared you gonna get shot or sumthin.
dont worry.
just mind your business and you'll be find.
lock ya car though.

[Demo6978]

Before I start I have to say this (sorry) I'm white, I moved to Westland from Tucson, Az 6 years ago and I deliever foods for Amicci's in Hamtramck for many parts of Detroit, and whole parts of Highland Park. urgh i would say the worst area is in west of Woodward in Highland Park, Cass Corridor, east of Mt.Elliot and Contant, the worst apartment I ever had to deliever is the one on 600 Alferd St. just west of I-75, many prostitutes on Chene and West Grand Blvd, and many parts of 6 Mile and 7 Mile just north of Hamtramck and east of Highland Park in Detroit, and many more....just don't move there..visiting is ok long as you are driving! I got robbed 4 times and the first 3 I got away but the last time was in April 2008 I got robbed at the Mobil gas station on Caniff and I-75, two black dudes got in the car at the same time as I got in gettin' gun pointed tellin' me to drive everywhere they wants me to and got attacked, sliced me face with pocket knife, and dropped them off 5 am in the morning in the east side, so don't be stupid and watch ur back everytime and it can happen to u anywhere not just Detroit or Highland Park....Many non resident Detroit people from subs or where-ever would just visit in Downtown, Indian Village, WSU, and more...there's so much things to see in Detroit, it will inspire you so don't underdog the Motown, and I will always love Detroit.

[TallDude7]

how can anybody move from beautiful Arizona to the craphole Detroit? You must be a wanted fugitive. It is a know fact a lot of fugitives move to Detroit because their police cars aren't linked to the nationwide criminal computers. Detroit is beyond hope. The worst city I ever lived in