Detroit Condominiums

If you are new to Detroit, you may consider buying a condominium over a house. Despite our reputation, there are many lovely areas of the city that are perfect for condo living. Owning a condominium is much different from a single-family home, with a different set of pros and cons. But if this is a lifestyle that is right for you, Detroit condominiums have a lot to offer.

Is condo life right for you?

Typcially, you don't want the hassle of dealing with "landscape", no mowing lawns, no curbsides to clean, etc. Maintenance is also generally less than with a house. Condos typically have more security with buzzers or a guard service, and neighbors for that matter. The proximity of the neighbors and common areas, of course, can also be a pro or con, depending on how much you like other people.

You probably will have more fees to pay to the condo association than you would for a house in a neighborhood and you do have to live with more rules set by the condo association. And when you are ready to sell, you may not get as great of a deal as with a house. That's one reason why buying a condo in Detroit is so attractive now with most of the real estate market on the bottom of downturn. Good deals abound. But don't forget, markets fall and they also rise!

There are many great condo communities in Detroit and her neighboring cities. As with any large city, Detroit condominiums tend to be in more populated areas.

Downtown Detroit

Many high rise condominiums are located along the Detroit river with beautiful views of the river, islands, Canada, and many special events like the boat races and fireworks. These condo have easy access to downtown Detroit and all its great activities.

Theater District

The theater/stadium district is another area with sleek and affordable condos on and near Woodward Ave. And this canbe lively place to live not just with games and concerts and plays, but great bars and restaurants and clubs.

Cultural Center

The university district/cultural center is full of new and varied condo development. This active part of town boasts 2 universities and amazing variety of museums, art galleries, restaurants, shops, festivals, and more. There is a wonderful mix of new architecture and rehabilitation of 100 and 150 year old homes. The condos in this area reflect this from high rise condos to family units to restored Victorians on Brush St.

Condo life in Detroit is interesting and there is a lot of choice. Single family homes and neighborhoods in Detroit are great, but if that 's not your thing, Detroit condominiums exist in many different lively areas of the city that can introduce you to some interesting, education, and fun experiences.