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Seward Gardens
870 Seward St,
Detroit,
MI
48202
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Highlights
- Controlled Access
- Fenced Lot
- Picnic Area
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
About Seward Gardens
Well maintained historic building in Detroit's thriving New Center district. The building has a wonderful live- in manager. It is located only a 2 blocks from Woodward Ave and the new Q-Line. The property is just north of Henry Ford Hospital and just a one block walk to the shops and restaurants on Grand Boulevard.
Seward Gardens is an apartment community located in Wayne County and the 48202 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Well maintained building with a live-in
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Controlled Access
24 Hour Access
Picnic Area
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Fenced Lot
- Picnic Area
Apartment Features
Hardwood Floors
Microwave
Refrigerator
Crown Molding
- Cable Ready
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Crown Molding
870 Seward St,
Detroit,
MI
48202
Located about a mile north of Downtown Detroit, New Center is a thriving commercial and cultural enclave. Along with towering office buildings, this historic neighborhood is home to Henry Ford Hospital, the renowned Fisher Building, and Cadillac Place, the former headquarters for General Motors. New Center is directly next to the Motown Museum, one of Detroit’s most popular attractions. New Center has been evolving over the past few years and new construction and renovation projects continue to help revitalize the area.
New Center is known for its upscale lofts and luxury apartments, but more affordable options are available in charming art deco buildings as well. Referred to as New Center Place, the Fisher Building, Cadillac Place, and New Center One provide residents with office space, restaurants, medical offices, and more. During the summer, you’ll find locals at New Center Park enjoying movie screenings, concerts, and other special events.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| New Center | Detroit, MI | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $801 | $1,077 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,123 | $1,107 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,482 | $1,493 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,229 | $1,932 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi |
Seward Gardens is within 6 minutes or 2.4 miles from Wayne State University. It is also near College of Creative Studies and Wayne County C.C., Downtown.
Schools
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
232 Students
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Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
202 Students
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Grades PK-12
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Grades PK-8
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Grades 6-8
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Grades 9-12
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Grades 9-12
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
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Transportation options available in Detroit include Baltimore St - Southbound, located 1.1 miles from Seward Gardens. Seward Gardens is near Detroit Metro Wayne County, located 21.9 miles or 32 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 19 min | 10.3 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 11.8 mi |
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Drive: | 27 min | 17.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Detroit Metro Wayne County
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Drive: | 32 min | 21.9 mi |
Walkability Near Seward Gardens
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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
Busy
Soundscore™
67
/ 100
Traffic
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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 Seward Gardens.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
Seward Gardens has 3 shopping centers within 3.0 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Detroit Historical Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Wayne State University Museum of Natural History
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Drive: | 7 min | 1.9 mi |
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Michigan Science Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Campus Martius Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.3 mi |
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Hart Plaza
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi |
Seward Gardens has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including Wayne State University Museum of Natural History, Detroit Historical Museum, and Michigan Science Center.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
Seward Gardens has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Henry Ford Hospital which is 0.6 mile away and a 11 minute walk.
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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.
870 Seward St
Detroit, MI 48202