Introduction
Welcome to the city of Ferndale, Michigan

Fresh. Funky. Friendly. Fabulous. Ferndale!  Ferndale, Michigan can make your dream-city a reality! Experience everything you have always wanted in this hip town with an abundance of nightlife, retail stores, restaurants and numerous art galleries. This small city is full of big city vibes, with its central location in Metro Detroit and 9 Mile Road. Ferndale offers an array of “corner stores” for just about every daily need. Convenience is key in Ferndale, with opportunities in almost every type of housing market available including town-homes, condominiums, single and multi-family units.

 

Hundreds of Ferndale residents serve in voluntary capacities throughout the city.  Car shows, blood drives, Relay for Life races and the Memorial Day Parade all bring the community of Ferndale together to share in their special bond. Ferndale residents take pride in the reputation of their city, and are always striving to create an even greater name for their community!

 

Ferndale is a busy and active community with 14 city parks, inline skating rink, sledding hill and community center. Businesses are continually attracted to the city because of its stability and convenient location. Ferndale has implemented a Downtown Development Authority group that helps ensure that the shopping neighborhood remains responsive as to the needs of Ferndale residents.  The development plan gives business leaders the opportunity to express new market strategies and techniques to improve the Ferndale economy.

 

As reported by the 2005 Census the median Ferndale home value is $135,000, with a median 2000 reported household income of $45,629.



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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 21,421
Population Density 5,522 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 10,682
Male Population 10,739
Median Age 35.25 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 89%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College LEWIS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Distance to LEWIS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 4 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College MICHIGAN JEWISH INSTITUTE
Distance to MICHIGAN JEWISH INSTITUTE 3 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 9,640
Family Households 4,913
Average Family Size 3.07
Average Household Income $52,668
Median Household Income $55,041
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 89%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 1.02
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.63
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.58
Murder Risk (County) 0.38
Rape Risk (County) 0.95
Robbery Risk 0.36
Assault Risk (County) 0.89
Property Risk (County) 0.75
Burglary Risk (County) 0.66
Larceny Risk (County) 0.87
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.92

Environment

Average July High Temperature 85.7° F
Average January Low Temperature 16.1° F
Annual Precipitation 33.58 inches
Air Pollution Index 92% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6%
Nearest Airport DETROIT METROPOLITAN WAYNE COUNTY
Distance to DETROIT METROPOLITAN WAYNE COUNTY 20 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team DETROIT TIGERS
Distance to DETROIT TIGERS 9 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
COOLIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL4 - 62521 BERMUDA ST, FERNDALE, MI 48220
ACADEMY OF OAK PARK - MENDOTAK - 1221300 MENDOTA ST, FERNDALE, MI 48220
FERNDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL7 - 9725 PINECREST DR, FERNDALE, MI 48220
EDISON MAX SCHOOL7 - 121700 SHEVLIN ST, FERNDALE, MI 48220
JARDON VOCATIONAL SCHOOL9 - 122200 WOODWARD HTS, FERNDALE, MI 48220
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL9 - 121244 PAXTON ST, FERNDALE, MI 48220
FERNDALE HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12881 PINECREST DR, FERNDALE, MI 48220
ROOSEVELT PRIMARY SCHOOLK - 32610 PINECREST DR, FERNDALE, MI 48220
WILFORD WEBB ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 62100 WOODWARD HEIGHTS, FERNDALE, MI 48220
EDISON OAKLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMYK - 622111 WOODWARD AVE, FERNDALE, MI 48220
GRANT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERPRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN21131 GARDENLANE, FERNDALE, MI 48220
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSCHARTER ONE23011 WOODWARD AVE FERNDALE, MI 48220
BANKSFLAGSTAR BANK22754 WOODWARD AVE FERNDALE, MI 48220
BANKSFLAGSTAR BANK HOME LOAN CTR22754 WOODWARD AVE FERNDALE, MI 48220
BANKSHUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK306 W 9 MILE RD FERNDALE, MI 48220
BANKSPARAMOUNT BANK22635 WOODWARD AVE FERNDALE, MI 48220
BANKSTCF BANK8920 W 8 MILE RD FERNDALE, MI 48220
HOSPITALSHAVENWYCK HOSPITAL10300 W 8 MILE RD FERNDALE, MI 48220
ART AND MUSEUMSFERNDALE HISTORICAL MUSEUM1651 LIVERNOIS ST FERNDALE, MI 48220
ART AND MUSEUMSINSTITUTE FOR REFLEXOLOGY23344 WOODWARD AVE FERNDALE, MI 48220



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
48220639$105,000$109,901
Displaying 1-10 of 79 in $5-200k range
Equity Builder! You Will Feel In The "lap Of Luxury" Here! Wow! 3,414 Total Flex Sq. Ft. Inc. 500 In Unfin Attic+ Bsmt For The Rm You've Needed. Upgrades: Birch Kit Cabs, Stainless Applncs, Hd-wd Flrs, Ceramic Til'g, Hwh, Furn, Elect, Plumb, Roof, Windows, Alarms, 2nd Kit, 2 New Baths, Driv & Sidewlk. $10,000 Toward Buyers Financ'g, Owner Fincg Available, Lease W/opt. Grab The Brass Key!
 261 Webster St E
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$189,900

Charming bungalow with all the updating already complete. Newer kitchen, refinished hardwood, remodeled bath. Nicely landscaped lot. Walk to the ever popular downtown Ferndale with all it's great amenities, shopping and restaurants as well as Ferndale High School. 2 main floor bedrooms, 1 up. Partially finished basement.
 1205 W Marshall
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 
$189,000

Craftsman Style Two Family Home (multifam Licensed For Next Year).  Lower Unit Has 3 Br, 1 Ba, Full Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm, Enclosed Front Porch, Hardwood, Wet Plaster.  Upper Unit Has 2 Br, 1 Ba, Kitchen, Living Area, And Enclosed Porch As Well! Both Have Newer:  Roof, Windows, Copper Plumbing, Vinyl Siding, And Driveway. Great Opportunity To Own In A Trendy Ferndale Location!!
 854 Leroy St
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$185,900

See Listing 28179025 For Details - Home Not Recently Rented - Need To Install Two Doors (in Attic) To Control Access From Entry Foyer Into Entry Level And Upper Level Living Spaces.  Buyer / Agent To Verify All Information.
 264 Silman St
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$175,000

Walk To Town From This Beauty! This Welcoming Brick Colonial Has Been Beautifully Maintained And Decorated By Very Conscientious Owners. First Flr Lr, Fr, Kitchen And B'fast Room. Darling Back Yard With Garden, Patio And 2-car Detached Garage W/workroom (could Be Space For Two More Cars!). Upper Floor Has All Three Brs And Full Bath. Warm And Inviting! No Sign
 825 Hazelhurst St W
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
$175,000

One Owner Home Newer Windows & Copper Plumbing. Garage Door & Opener 2008. Eat In Kitchen, Living Room Wall A/c. Living Room Up With A/c, Eat In Kitchen, Bedroom And Full Bath Easily Convertible To Income Flat.  Wet Plaster Throughout And Hardwood Under Carpet Entry Level.  Two Built In Corner Cupboards In Dining Room. Paneled Basement. See List 28179027 For Mf Listing. Buyer To Verify.
 264 Silman St
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$175,000

Musician's Dream Home! 2bdrm-cld Be 3, 1.5 Ba Charmer! Totally Redone And Decor. In Arts/crafts Style. Neutral T/o. Updates Incl: New Kit, Ss Appls, Baths, Paint, Carpet, Fin Ll W/ Soundproof Recording Studio. Furn., A/c, Lovely Lrg Landscaped Backyard W/ Sprinkler Sys. Tranquil Florida Room-not Incl. In Sq.ft.to Enjoy! Walk To Town! Totally Turn-key & Move In Perfect. A Real Gem!!!!!!!
 548 Pearson St
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$174,900

Completely Renovated Colonial Features Large Open Floor Plan With A Stunning Kitchen: Granite Cntrs, Brand New Ss Appliances On Porcelain Tile, Bamboo Flooring In Ent. Area & Den/office. 1st Bath W/waterfall Faucets & Bench Seat Shower On Natural Slate. 2nd Bath W/imported Vanity W/ Jacuzzi, Accented W/glass Mosaic Tile. Huge Covered Porch. Lg Back Yard With Deck. 1 Min Dwn Twn Ferndale!
 580 Marshall St W
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$169,900

Wonderfully Updated And Spacious Home, This Charming Bungalow Offers Kit W/ Ceramic Floor And Backsplash.  Huge Mbr W/ 2 Skylites & Dressing Sink, Finished Bsmt With Gas Fireplace & 1/4 Bath. Hardwood Floors. New Deck W/ Seating. 4th Brm Being Used As Office. All Appliances Stay.  Price Just Recently Slashed!!!!!!!
 769 Allen St
 Ferndale, MI 48220
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$159,900

New Construction - True Loft Living In The Heart Of Downtown Ferndale. Great Studio Layout With 12 Ft Ceilings And Floor To Ceiling Windows That Invite The Cityscape And Lots Of Natural Light. Hardwood Or Concrete Flooring. State-of-the-art Kitchen W/ Granite Or Concrete Counters. Sound Resistant Construction W/ Exposed Ductwork & Brick. 60 Sq Ft Of Private Balcony Space W/ Great Views.
 211 9 Mile E
 Ferndale, MI 48220
  view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$149,900
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