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Detroit, Michigan

North End

The North End sits north of New Center, historically a center of Black business and culture in Detroit.

Local Character & History

The neighborhood has a strong history in music and entrepreneurship, with ongoing reinvestment along Oakland Avenue and Woodward.

Restaurants & Shopping

Restaurants and cafes have opened along Woodward and Oakland Avenue, with more options in nearby New Center and Midtown.

Housing

Housing is a mix of early twentieth-century homes, apartment buildings and new construction.

Parks & Recreation

The neighborhood is close to Voigt Park and the Boston-Edison district's green streets.

Transportation

Woodward Avenue and Oakland Avenue serve the district, with the QLine ending at Grand Boulevard nearby.

Nearby Attractions

  • Historic business corridors
  • Fisher Building
  • Boston-Edison
  • Motown Museum

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the North End part of Midtown?

No. The North End is its own Detroit neighborhood north of New Center, between Woodward and the Lodge Freeway.

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