Corktown Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Detroit's oldest neighborhood with Ford development, trendy restaurants, and Irish heritage near Michigan Central Station.
Detroit, MIAvg Rent: $1,575/moWalk Score: 75
Walkability
75
Walk Score
Transit
52
Transit Score
Commute
5 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good (improving)
Rating
Corktown Rent Prices
Studio
$1,000
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,200
per month
2 Bedrooms
$1,700
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,400
per month
Rent Trend: Rising rapidly
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Historic, trendy, revitalizing
Demographics
Young professionals, entrepreneurs, urban pioneers
Best For
Young professionalsFoodiesUrban pioneersEntrepreneurs
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Excellent, trendy, award-winning
Nightlife
Active - bars, restaurants, venues
Schools
Limited residential
Pros & Cons of Living in Corktown
Pros
- Great restaurants
- Ford investment
- Historic
- Growing rapidly
Cons
- Expensive for Detroit
- Some rough areas
- Cold winters
- Limited parking
Parks & Recreation
- Roosevelt Park
- Michigan Central Station area
Public Transit
- Bus routes
- Q-Line nearby
Popular Streets
- Michigan Avenue
- Trumbull Avenue
- Bagley Street
Key Amenities
- Michigan Central Station
- Trendy restaurants
- Ford development
- Historic character
Compare with Other Detroit Neighborhoods
Midtown Detroit
2BR Rent:$1,500
Walk Score:82
Cultural, academic, revitalizing
Downtown Detroit
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:90
Urban revival, corporate, developing
Grosse Pointe
2BR Rent:$1,600
Walk Score:50
Affluent, established, lakefront
Eastern Market
2BR Rent:$1,400
Walk Score:70
Market district, emerging, artistic
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Corktown? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.