Detroit, Michigan
Southwest Detroit
Southwest Detroit lies west of the Rouge River and south of Michigan Avenue, one of the city's most densely settled districts.
Local Character & History
The area is the center of Detroit's Latino community, with commercial corridors on Vernor, Springwells and Michigan Avenue.
Restaurants & Shopping
Taquerias, bakeries and family restaurants line Vernor Highway and Springwells, with more options along Michigan Avenue.
Housing
Housing ranges from early twentieth-century worker housing to newer infill and apartments above commercial streets.
Parks & Recreation
Clark Park, with its ice rink and baseball fields, is the district's best-known public space.
Transportation
I-75, the Fisher Freeway and Michigan Avenue serve the district, with the Ambassador Bridge to Canada on its edge.
Nearby Attractions
- Clark Park
- Vernor Highway businesses
- Mexicantown
- Ambassador Bridge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Detroit known for?
Southwest Detroit is known for its Mexican and Latino food scene, its historic worker housing and Clark Park.