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Merton Road
Merton Road
1000 Merton Rd,
Detroit,
MI
48203
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Highlights
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
About Merton Road
Built in the 1950s, Merton Road Apartments have two floors and twenty units, each uniquely laid out. Most upper units have carpeted floors while the lower units have finished hardwood flooring. •Laundry Facilities •Property Manager on Site •High Speed Internet Access •Smoke Free •Cable Ready •Range •Refrigerator •Hardwood Floors Contact Deborah at 313-398-1411 or palmerparkapartments@mthmgt.com for more information or to schedule a tour
Merton Road is an apartment community located in Wayne County and the 48203 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
1000 Merton Rd,
Detroit,
MI
48203
Situated about eight miles north of Downtown Detroit, Palmer Park blends natural beauty and historic architecture in a community-oriented environment. Dense rows of lush trees line the streets in Palmer Park, separating the elegant houses and vintage apartments from the community’s main commercial thoroughfares.
Palmer Park’s namesake park is a neighborhood landmark, offering the community hiking and biking trails, tennis courts, an ornate fountain, and an 18-hole golf course to explore. In addition to a peaceful, park-like locale, Palmer Park provides residents with convenience to a slew of everyday amenities strewn along Woodward Avenue and McNichols Road.
Proximity to the University of Detroit Mercy and Marygrove College make the neighborhood a top choice for many students, faculty, and staff looking for a rental close to campus. Nearby Interstate 75 connects Palmer Park to the rest of Greater Detroit with ease.
Learn more about living in Palmer Park
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Palmer Park | Detroit, MI | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $884 | $1,076 |
| 1 Bedroom | $759 | $1,111 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,040 | $1,496 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,878 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi |
Merton Road is within 5 minutes or 1.5 miles from Detroit Mercy, McNichols. It is also near Marygrove College and College of Creative Studies.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
481 Students
Nearby
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
202 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
358 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
845 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
406 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
401 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
553 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Detroit include Baltimore St - Southbound, located 5.2 miles from Merton Road. Merton Road is near Detroit Metro Wayne County, located 25.9 miles or 40 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.2 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 5.9 mi |
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Drive: | 23 min | 10.8 mi |
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Drive: | 25 min | 13.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Detroit Metro Wayne County
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Drive: | 40 min | 25.9 mi |
Walkability Near Merton Road
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Merton Road.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
Merton Road has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Palmer Park
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Belle Isle Nature Zoo
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.3 mi |
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Detroit Zoo
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Drive: | 13 min | 5.7 mi |
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Wayne State University Museum of Natural History
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Drive: | 15 min | 5.9 mi |
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Detroit Historical Museum
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.1 mi |
Merton Road has 5 parks within 6.1 miles, including Palmer Park, Belle Isle Nature Zoo, and Detroit Historical Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi |
Merton Road has 3 hospitals within 4.6 miles, the nearest is DMC Sinai - Grace Hospital which is 3.8 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 125 min | 95.0 mi |
Merton Road is 95.0 miles and a 125 minute drive from Camp Perry Air Guard Station.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1000 Merton Rd
Detroit, MI 48203