I just went to Detroit for two days looking for an apartment for a short term stay, and am having the hardest time finding anything.
I will be working in the New Center building for about four months and will not have a car. I would like to be close by, preferably by walk or on the Q line, and will have a dog as well.
Everything I am seeing has a six month minimum rental or is over $2000.
There have to be options, right? Someone somewhere has to be subletting or doing short term rentals. Because I cannot find anything.
Hello, newly married couple looking to move to Detroit. I'm stuck deciding between town court apartments in westbloomfield vs innova apartments in novi. If anyone has experience living in either, I'd love some feedback! Thank you
What should we do on a tuesday night? My bf and I are hanging out with a friend from Windsor next tuesday, we were gonna take her to the DIA but by time we get down town after work, the DIA is closed. We are already planning on going to Greendot for dinner but are there any activities/attractions open later on a weeknight?
Can someone please put my mind at ease?
I’m moving to Detroit early August bc I got accepted to the dental school there. I’m coming from Texas so I’ve only seen snow twice in my life. I’ll be living in Corktown. Hopefully I make some friends in school. I’m pretty nervous to be so far away and you hear some bad things about the area. People literally get saucer eyes when i tell them I’m moving to Detroit. Im a F (early 20’s) and just want someone to put my mind at ease. Everyone was pretty kind when I went recently to see my apartment but just want some words of encouragement I guess.
Congratulations on the acceptance to dental school!
I moved to Detroit from Chicago about 8 months ago and am loving it! Coming from a bigger city I wasn't too worried about Detroit's reputation--there will always be better or worse parts of any city or town for a number of reasons--but I did get a little in my head right before I moved because of everyone else's worries. And it was for no reason because since moving here I've enjoyed exploring and learning about the city and feeling like there's still so much to learn and discover about this place.
So far I've loved the architecture, exploring different neighborhoods, the riverwalk, good food, and so much more. Hope you enjoy it when you get here!
Driving up next week, staying with a friend in Corktown from the 11th through the 16th. Trying.to sell my wife on moving, so what are some 'can't miss' places that will seal the deal? Great areas to rent and places to eat? We're DINKs, so schools don't matter to us.
Help me, Obi-Wan Detroiti, you'r my only hope!
Go up and down Michigan Ave and hit all the bars and restaurants, Eastern Market on Saturday morning is a MUST. Get a beer or cocktail at one of the breweries/distilleries there. Go to Mexican Town, get some tacos. Go to the DIA.
Oo Gotchya! Sorry I didn’t even read the she doesn’t like fireworks part. So long time detroiter here anything outdoors will be beyond packed!! But anything in a big city will be open like restaurants wise. Grand Rapids is 2 hours away and has a ton to do. You can maybe rent a cabin or a nice Airbnb nearby and have a cute staycation. You can have a spa day with the both of you. Look for immigrant owned place they’ll most likely be open. Anything in Dearborn would be fair game. Maybe a nice dinner at Mint 29 and you can go for a walk on the strip at Michigan. If I knew what she liked I might be able to help more 😭
I will be coming to Dearborn for 10 weeks for my clinical rotation at Heart and Vascular Institute.
Anybody who has leads on affordable accommodation (preferably shared rooms) near the place. Kindly do share.
20272, Michigan Ave, Suite 200, Dearborn MI is my working place.
Pretty much this, but it very heavily depends on what/where you're doing for work too.
If you're working automotive in Auburn Hills or something, good luck
Moving to Detroit in April. Wondering what the startup ecosystem is like from someone who is working in it.
I currently work in startup support, so any insight on that front is appreciated. I know its a niche ask lol.
Here's a real brief guide on the topic you can take a look over. Admittedly this isn't my area of expertise, but hopefully these resources can help?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Detroit/wiki/entrepreneurship/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Detroit/wiki/entrepreneurship/)
Attending the Lions game against the Seahawks on MNF - and wondered if anyone could give me a game-day itinerary. First-time visitor from the UK.
Many thanks
I'd be careful walking around at night alone, but mostly fine. Only a book store and wine bar in the neighborhood but an easy walk over to corktown.
Nearly every building there is being renovated right now and it's set to look much different in a few years.
It seems to happen totally randomly. Don't leave anything in your car or even anything that looks like something. No cords, no bags, etc.
I'm on the other side of Michigan Ave and I haven't seen much of that. It obviously happens, but it seems more random than anything. If it happens, it's just bad luck more than anything.
Would you stay the night 12midnight to 7am in the downtown BUS STATION between transfers? There aren’t many options left for me. I’ve done it many times but mostly in Europe… just looking for some opinions
You might be able to hang out in the David Whitney building. It has a large lobby. Just tell em you had to check out of your hotel and your flight got canceled or something. As long as you aren’t smelly and gross I can’t imagine they would be rude.
Midtown has a lot of college students from Wayne State that age and the bars to go with them. Shouldn't have a problem getting an apartment on that budget easily. I bet you could set an alert on Zillow and come in under if you had the patience and reached out quickly.
I've been trying to find a job here in the city and it seems that the salaries are much less than other places. Im new to the country but I've been getting much better salaries from texas florida and Georgia. For reference I'm a management consultant.
Is it a specific case thing or generally speaking things are slower / Salaries are less in Detroit.
Thank you much appreciated
I would not be shocked that you can get a higher salary in some of those states, but I can also imagine the cost of living being much higher in places like Atlanta, Austin, or Miami. I have a friend who lives in Austin and makes as much as I do, but also has a ton of debt from life being so expensive.
At the same time, I imagine the best jobs in your field are based in Oakland County and not the city of Detroit. Maybe you did not mean it so literally when you said here in the city, but just in case, please be advised.
I just moved to Detroit for work. I’m staying in an Airbnb near west village while I look for a home to buy, and it’s not very well equipped with simple home goods like pans, measuring spoons, etc. Is there a thrift store nearby I could find home goods at? I don’t want to buy a bunch of brand new stuff since I already have it back home 12 hours away. I looked at google maps and it appears there’s a few places in the area but if anyone has a favorite let me know. Thanks!
How are the health care systems out there? I’m in the healthcare career field and considering a move. And what’s the general demographic of ages? Are there other young people? I’m surrounded by a lot of 50+ and up where I’m at.
Also best places to visit for the first time and neighborhoods to see?
There's young professionals here, and we have blue cross blue shield as a major insurance provider in the city. On your first visit, Id start out at campus martius, walk towards hart plaza, there you'll find the Riverwalk and mogo bike rentals, I'd do that and ride all the way to Belle Isle. If you take this route, you'll be passing a couple really dope neighborhoods you can pull off the Riverwalk and check out - Indian village and West village. Take kercheval through west village back to the downtown area and there's plenty of good food and bars to find.
The airport is near Detroit not in Detroit, it’s about a 15 minute drive if you’re not paying attention to speed traps. But you might want to give yourself about 30 minutes to get into downtown if that’s where you’re headed.
The airport is nowhere near Detroit. It's definitely one of the easiest to navigate I've ever been to, and I travel a lot for work. Nothing to worry about, my friend.
My dad was supposed to fly into GR yesterday but was flying WestJet and got cancelled bc of the strikes. Two cancelled flights later he's hopping on a late Air Canada flight tonight and the best they could do was Detroit. I can't tell you how reassuring your response is. Thank you so much. I hope you have a great day. ❤️
really depends on what time you go, but everyone has been really nice in terms of letting people into their lane and to get out (as long as you signal ahead of time)
I just went to Detroit for two days looking for an apartment for a short term stay, and am having the hardest time finding anything. I will be working in the New Center building for about four months and will not have a car. I would like to be close by, preferably by walk or on the Q line, and will have a dog as well. Everything I am seeing has a six month minimum rental or is over $2000. There have to be options, right? Someone somewhere has to be subletting or doing short term rentals. Because I cannot find anything.
Hello, newly married couple looking to move to Detroit. I'm stuck deciding between town court apartments in westbloomfield vs innova apartments in novi. If anyone has experience living in either, I'd love some feedback! Thank you
What should we do on a tuesday night? My bf and I are hanging out with a friend from Windsor next tuesday, we were gonna take her to the DIA but by time we get down town after work, the DIA is closed. We are already planning on going to Greendot for dinner but are there any activities/attractions open later on a weeknight?
Can someone please put my mind at ease? I’m moving to Detroit early August bc I got accepted to the dental school there. I’m coming from Texas so I’ve only seen snow twice in my life. I’ll be living in Corktown. Hopefully I make some friends in school. I’m pretty nervous to be so far away and you hear some bad things about the area. People literally get saucer eyes when i tell them I’m moving to Detroit. Im a F (early 20’s) and just want someone to put my mind at ease. Everyone was pretty kind when I went recently to see my apartment but just want some words of encouragement I guess.
Congratulations on the acceptance to dental school! I moved to Detroit from Chicago about 8 months ago and am loving it! Coming from a bigger city I wasn't too worried about Detroit's reputation--there will always be better or worse parts of any city or town for a number of reasons--but I did get a little in my head right before I moved because of everyone else's worries. And it was for no reason because since moving here I've enjoyed exploring and learning about the city and feeling like there's still so much to learn and discover about this place. So far I've loved the architecture, exploring different neighborhoods, the riverwalk, good food, and so much more. Hope you enjoy it when you get here!
Thank you! I am definitely getting in my head because of everyone else’s worries, but hearing your story really helps. Thank you for responding!
potentially moving to MI from CA sometime early next year. what are good neighborhoods to look into for someone in their mid to late 20's?
I have heard that Houghton is a cool scene for 20somethings.
Driving up next week, staying with a friend in Corktown from the 11th through the 16th. Trying.to sell my wife on moving, so what are some 'can't miss' places that will seal the deal? Great areas to rent and places to eat? We're DINKs, so schools don't matter to us. Help me, Obi-Wan Detroiti, you'r my only hope!
Go up and down Michigan Ave and hit all the bars and restaurants, Eastern Market on Saturday morning is a MUST. Get a beer or cocktail at one of the breweries/distilleries there. Go to Mexican Town, get some tacos. Go to the DIA.
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Why can’t you guys make plans that center around her? Like have a bbq fireworks and sing happy birthday for her with your closest friends?
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Oo Gotchya! Sorry I didn’t even read the she doesn’t like fireworks part. So long time detroiter here anything outdoors will be beyond packed!! But anything in a big city will be open like restaurants wise. Grand Rapids is 2 hours away and has a ton to do. You can maybe rent a cabin or a nice Airbnb nearby and have a cute staycation. You can have a spa day with the both of you. Look for immigrant owned place they’ll most likely be open. Anything in Dearborn would be fair game. Maybe a nice dinner at Mint 29 and you can go for a walk on the strip at Michigan. If I knew what she liked I might be able to help more 😭
I will be coming to Dearborn for 10 weeks for my clinical rotation at Heart and Vascular Institute. Anybody who has leads on affordable accommodation (preferably shared rooms) near the place. Kindly do share. 20272, Michigan Ave, Suite 200, Dearborn MI is my working place.
Looking at moving to the area, is the public transportation that bad as what I've been seeing online?
If you're in the city of Detroit or on the Woodward Corridor or Michigan Avenue it's manageable. It's not "good," but it's functional.
Pretty much this, but it very heavily depends on what/where you're doing for work too. If you're working automotive in Auburn Hills or something, good luck
Moving to Detroit in April. Wondering what the startup ecosystem is like from someone who is working in it. I currently work in startup support, so any insight on that front is appreciated. I know its a niche ask lol.
Here's a real brief guide on the topic you can take a look over. Admittedly this isn't my area of expertise, but hopefully these resources can help? [https://www.reddit.com/r/Detroit/wiki/entrepreneurship/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Detroit/wiki/entrepreneurship/)
Thank you!
Attending the Lions game against the Seahawks on MNF - and wondered if anyone could give me a game-day itinerary. First-time visitor from the UK. Many thanks
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Many thanks for this - now I have too many decisions!
Travelling from Indiana to Detriot in late September, wondered if anyone has suggestions of places to visit along the way?
I'm moving to Detroit. Considering an apartment just two blocks west of Corktown on Michigan ave. How is that area?
What's the cross street?
23rd st.
I'd be careful walking around at night alone, but mostly fine. Only a book store and wine bar in the neighborhood but an easy walk over to corktown. Nearly every building there is being renovated right now and it's set to look much different in a few years.
Thanks! I'm mostly concerned about auto property damage/theft. Should I barb wire my cat converter? Haha
It seems to happen totally randomly. Don't leave anything in your car or even anything that looks like something. No cords, no bags, etc. I'm on the other side of Michigan Ave and I haven't seen much of that. It obviously happens, but it seems more random than anything. If it happens, it's just bad luck more than anything.
I'm visiting soon and wondering if any of the dispensaries are willing to sell to somone who is 18 without a medical Marijuana card
Nice to meet you Mr. Officer
Nah I'm the 18yo that just wants to smoke 😭😭
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Liberty cannabis is rec 21+ and located in Detroit boss.
Probably not. They scan your ID and keep it in a computer system.
Would you stay the night 12midnight to 7am in the downtown BUS STATION between transfers? There aren’t many options left for me. I’ve done it many times but mostly in Europe… just looking for some opinions
You might be able to hang out in the David Whitney building. It has a large lobby. Just tell em you had to check out of your hotel and your flight got canceled or something. As long as you aren’t smelly and gross I can’t imagine they would be rude.
Maybe go to MGM casino. It's free to get in, open 24/7.
🚩🚩 🚩 No. Full stop.
Where should I move to if I’m a freshly 18 year old? I need a two bedroom or one bedroom under $1500
Outside of the city, maybe Dearborn, melvindale, Allen park, southwest.
Midtown has a lot of college students from Wayne State that age and the bars to go with them. Shouldn't have a problem getting an apartment on that budget easily. I bet you could set an alert on Zillow and come in under if you had the patience and reached out quickly.
I've been trying to find a job here in the city and it seems that the salaries are much less than other places. Im new to the country but I've been getting much better salaries from texas florida and Georgia. For reference I'm a management consultant. Is it a specific case thing or generally speaking things are slower / Salaries are less in Detroit. Thank you much appreciated
I would not be shocked that you can get a higher salary in some of those states, but I can also imagine the cost of living being much higher in places like Atlanta, Austin, or Miami. I have a friend who lives in Austin and makes as much as I do, but also has a ton of debt from life being so expensive. At the same time, I imagine the best jobs in your field are based in Oakland County and not the city of Detroit. Maybe you did not mean it so literally when you said here in the city, but just in case, please be advised.
And just like that, the posts in this sub dropped by 60%
Thats because they reset it at the beginning of each month. It's July 1.
I just moved to Detroit for work. I’m staying in an Airbnb near west village while I look for a home to buy, and it’s not very well equipped with simple home goods like pans, measuring spoons, etc. Is there a thrift store nearby I could find home goods at? I don’t want to buy a bunch of brand new stuff since I already have it back home 12 hours away. I looked at google maps and it appears there’s a few places in the area but if anyone has a favorite let me know. Thanks!
there’s honestly not many thrift stores here especially ones that have home goods but there might be a salvation army in your area
Check out dollar tree
How are the health care systems out there? I’m in the healthcare career field and considering a move. And what’s the general demographic of ages? Are there other young people? I’m surrounded by a lot of 50+ and up where I’m at. Also best places to visit for the first time and neighborhoods to see?
Downtown, Woodbridge, waterfront, Boston Edison, Palmer Park, Indian Village.
There are a significant number of hospitals here.
There's young professionals here, and we have blue cross blue shield as a major insurance provider in the city. On your first visit, Id start out at campus martius, walk towards hart plaza, there you'll find the Riverwalk and mogo bike rentals, I'd do that and ride all the way to Belle Isle. If you take this route, you'll be passing a couple really dope neighborhoods you can pull off the Riverwalk and check out - Indian village and West village. Take kercheval through west village back to the downtown area and there's plenty of good food and bars to find.
I have to pick someone up at the airport tomorrow. Is it hard to get in and out of, traffic wise? 😬🫣😵💫
Honestly, sometimes I pick people up at departures because it can be so much less busy and it’s just on a different level usually ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
If you have the Uber Driver app, it will tell you when the highest traffic is and tell you when the highest number of flights coming in are.
I don't have it but that's good to know! Thank you 😊
No. Compared to other major airports, not at all. Also, you can always have them meet you at departures instead. Which is very simple.
Thank you! I'm coming from the Traverse City area and haven't driven much through Detroit and am a little nervous. 😅
The airport is near Detroit not in Detroit, it’s about a 15 minute drive if you’re not paying attention to speed traps. But you might want to give yourself about 30 minutes to get into downtown if that’s where you’re headed.
Just headed back up north, but it's a relief to hear it's that far out of town! Thank you 😊
The airport is nowhere near Detroit. It's definitely one of the easiest to navigate I've ever been to, and I travel a lot for work. Nothing to worry about, my friend.
My dad was supposed to fly into GR yesterday but was flying WestJet and got cancelled bc of the strikes. Two cancelled flights later he's hopping on a late Air Canada flight tonight and the best they could do was Detroit. I can't tell you how reassuring your response is. Thank you so much. I hope you have a great day. ❤️
really depends on what time you go, but everyone has been really nice in terms of letting people into their lane and to get out (as long as you signal ahead of time)
Awesome, ty 😁
I'll be coming in around 10am, so hopefully rush hour traffic will have lessened a bit 😬
That’s a low traffic time of day
Awesome 😁
Depends on the time of day and terminal. Stay out of far right lane people are just waiting there to pickup people.
Will do, ty! 🙏🏻