Why People Are Moving to Downtown Detroit in 2024

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

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[@TexasDragon]

Born and raised in West Texas. I don’t plan on moving out of my state ever at this point, but I’m always a sucker for underdog stories. So to have an American city go through so much tough times as Detroit only to have it make such a comeback is truly inspiring. I wish it more prosperity in the future

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Detroit is one hell of a comeback story!!

[@Lakeshore14]

Great video. Living across the border in Windsor, I frequently go to Detroit for sporting events, shopping and concerts. It’s a great city, with amazing architecture and great people. I’ve seen the resurgence of Detroit and I am so happy to see all the great feedback the city is getting. Thanks for telling Detroit’s story. People need to come here to see just how great it is. 👏👏🥰🇨🇦

[@unbreakable_tv]

Detroiters are definitely ready to welcome newcomers! My wife and I moved here from Los Angeles about 2 ½ years ago and we love this city, the culture, and the people! We had never even visited the city until we came out for a 3 week vacation and put in an offer on our home. Everything you covered in this video is spot-on; from the walkability of Downtown to the amazing food. This is a proud city and we're proud to now be part of the team!

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

That’s awesome to hear. Thanks for sharing!

[@efrankjames]

Sadly many Detroiters are being priced out by wealthy folks coming in and buying up investment properties.

[@jamesbradford8090]

The architecture in downtown Detroit is absolutely beautiful, some of the most stunning skyscrapers in America

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

They don't make building like that anymore! It's a shame too.

[@mayaturner6092]

Beautiful. I'm from Detroit, I lived in NYC for many years and considering moving back there. I love Detroit!

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Do it!

[@jamaalmills1604]

Your New York income will have you living like a queen out here 🤣the resurgence needs to meet the real neighborhood

[@efrankjames]

@@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN cost of living in Detroit has skyrocketed with so many wealthy people buying up properties as investments, squeezing out people with median metro Detroit incomes

[@Lignoxilla27]

@@jamaalmills1604With New York income regular income you can’t even rent a 1 bedroom Apartment it’s a mess here in NYC

[@Lignoxilla27]

I’m thinking about moving to Detroit Also New York is a mess. Jobs are just not paying enough here.

[@Wienergrant1911]

Hello I am from Vienna Austria in the Heart of Europe. And I really love the Comeback Storie of Detroit. I wish You all the Best and hope the Lions wins the Super Bowl. God Bless you Guys ❤️🇺🇸🤝🇦🇹

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Hi from Detroit. GO Lions 🦁

[@TheRealJessicaIsrael]

Currently doing research on Detroit. It has very strong potential to be my new home and your videos are a great resource!

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Thank you! Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. 734.746.5001 [e-mail]

[@brenrenn8306]

I have lived downtown for 16 years in Lafayette Park. I absolutely love it. I walked to everything, to work, to shop, to the eastern market, to downtown for entertainment and restaurants and festivals, to the YMCA for workouts, We walk to ALL pro sports, we bike from my place over to the riverfront, all the way down now that it’s totally connected over the bridge all around Belle Isle and back …..it’s beautiful. We have a grocery store Meijers , right behind us and another grocery store in front of the building, there is very little I need anywhere else. It’s beautiful on top of that. The people are absolutely wonderful and diverse and welcoming.

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

That sounds pretty ideal!

[@medp5636]

Thanks for this. We’re considering Detroit as an option if and when we return from Australia. I grew up just north of NYC, but always had a fascination with the Motor City’s history and have been following the turn around for years! Well Done Detroit! 😊

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

You’re welcome! Reach out when you’re ready to make the move, looking forward to helping.

[@wandahicks9509]

I was born and raised in Detroit. I moved to Arizona 2016. I come to Detroit about twice a year. Now I'm thinking about coming back. My daughter and my grandchildren still lives there. Hugh charges. I love to see detroit hometown growing

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Very cool. What city would you move to if you came back?

[@NINAMAVEN]

As someone who lives in the area he's talking about, The Q-line & the people mover is a great way to move around here. If you live anywhere walking distance from Woodward, from Downtown (Jefferson) to New Center Area, you can get around easily & both are currently free to take. I also live in Atlanta ( from Detroit) and I LOVE living in my area. Very Safe too

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Yes! Thanks for sharing

[@omni3925]

For parks, you forgot Belle Isle, I think that the Riverwalk now leads to the island. Picnicking, walking, biking, jogging, fishing, boating. A whole island/park that is awesome, I don’t know if any other state in our union has anything quite like it.

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Belle Isle is now on my video list!

[@marybrown7203]

Belle Isle is beautiful today. I don't know about a riverwalk connection, however. Get this, my Mom and Dad met on Belle Isle. My Mom worked at a concession stand, and my Dad was in the Coast Guard. They fell in love forever and ever.

[@mtwinm94]

I'm planning on moving there next August 2025 I hope I can settle in there comfortably. I'm nervous but I really want to give it a shot there in Detroit

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

That’s awesome. Reach out if you have any questions, happy to help! Call/text 📲 734-746-5001

[@thuglife-po5ys]

please dont its no jobs here

[@Lightningbug122]

The look on her face, the hand jester, and tone of voice, just priceless

[@brendalee8491]

I love this video . Born and raised outside Flint , moved to Ohio , ( not a Buckeye ,!) however it's ironic that I ran across this video because today on this very day I applied for a position in Detroit.. my dad still lives in the Flint area and he is elderly yet I like to be closer to him for that reason

[@elaineDPW]

For me, born and reared in Detroit, a true MOTOWNBABYBOOMER! My parents met in Sunday School at historical St Stephen AME Church where many of Motown’s people got their start. The Primes-the Temptations, the Primettes- the Supremes. The biggest thing I miss is fabric stores and fabric departments. I’ve been sewing my own clothes since I was 12. There aren’t ANY fabric stores in the city. And no notions except for Dick Blick with a FEW options

[@mulljacob]

I’m not usually one to grumble, but I’ve discovered that there’s some seriously delicious food all across the country. It’s a bit puzzling why it seems like such a big deal when I’ve never had a single issue finding great food. I’m not just singling out this video, but it seems like everyone who makes a video about a particular city or town always makes sure to mention the food there. Anyway, I did learn a few interesting things about Detroit, so thanks. 👍🙃

[@garymandell7489]

I grew up in southfield ! It was really nice back in the 60's and early 70's! Go blue jays!🎉

[@cortezmiller1899]

I want to move back now!

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Come on back!

[@cynnoshah]

Detroit watching loved the video❤

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Thanks for watching!

[@SelfmadeFaceless-ri6ef]

Great video 🫶🏾

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Thank you 🤗

[@michelelefond4016]

Love hearing your program. Go Detroit. I live in SC now. Was thinking all along how my parents and grandparents would be do proud of Detroit now. I was tearing up with you about that. Thank you!

[@schooldya.]

Detroit was architecturally stunning during the years it was disparaged, and now it is praised as beautiful despite having its aesthetics destroyed by its so called rebirth. The new buildings are ugly eyesores and they have ruined many if not most of the cityscapes.

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

I always wonder how much it would cost to build some of the old buildings in Detroit nowadays. 🤔

[@dougclendening5896]

Thanks for the video and positive outlook. Dan Gilbert, the Illitches and the Ford family have basically kept Detroit afloat and pumped adrenaline into. It's still not near the population it could be and you can feel it walking down the street mid day or on a weekday evening. Particularly if you've ever lived in a big city. That said, the job market is still not good, and it's nowhere even close to a tech based economy. Not even in the same universe. I hope that we can pull in another industry or two. It's only going to take one big company to settle in Detroit to signal to the rest of the country to start taking a serious look at Detroit. By that point, all of the beautification of Detroit will pay off in spades. Also, you didn't mention the Q Line for walkabilty.

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Thanks for this! The Q line…how did I forget that. I’ll get it in the next video.

[@efrankjames]

The Ilitches are slumlords who have destroyed countless historic buildings for parking lots, violates agreements with the city for their tax breaks, and keep dozens of historic buildings in blighted condition.

[@wesfoleyArt]

Im an artist originally grew up in NY and lately im thinking if applying to Cranbrook for grad school. If admitted after my time im considering staying. Im n artist i hear its pretty cultured can u tell me is there truly a big art scene

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

There is quite the art scene in Detroit. Comparatively i am not sure if it is BIG or small,. but it's here.

[@wentianhe5195]

Is there a lot of farms around Detroit？

[@benjaminingram4857]

Whats going on beyond downtown area?

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Not a whole lot at the moment. There are Some really impressive neighborhoods like Palmer woods, Boston Edison, and Indian Village.

[@mswizzle]

Not to mention our 4 sports teams are originals or dang close to originals of their respective leagues

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Heck yea!

[@Murk-t7b]

Im looking to purchase a rental property. Can you help?

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Absolutely. Feel free to call or text 734.746.5001

[@uriakincade9734]

I grew up in the suburbs and I have been in and around Detroit for over 50 years. I have worked in downtown Detroit for the last 6 and 1/2 years. You could not pay me enough to live in Detroit. You might be able to pay me enough to rent a small apartment to stay down there during the week, just to avoid the commute. The only reason to go into the city other than work is to see one of the sports teams play. Yes there are some decent restaurants where you can grab a nice meal when you have other reasons to be downtown, but they are not reason enough to travel there. There are many far nicer places in nearby suburbs. The city has seen its best days and they will not be returning. All the promotion of Detroit is in support of making a buck at the real estate downtown. The neighborhoods between downtown and the suburbs are no-go zones for the most part. The schools suck and nobody in their right mind would live there by choice. Michigan's a great place to live if you are politically liberal or can at least tolerate the liberal politics, but stay away from any big city other than Grand Rapids or Marquette (not that Marquette is a big city, but compared to what is nearby, it is the big city.)

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Thanks for sharing.

[@556MSL]

As far as tech goes you have to mention cad/cam process and development, very strong in Detroit.

[@gand808]

I have a song I wrote about Detroit that is related to your video. I am also making a music video.

[@ronfarrar3001]

The amount of jobs doesn't mean those people live there. White collar workers won't stay where the municipality struggles in offering the basic needs your taxes should be getting for you

[@buddysemken7515]

That’s because they have money because downtown Detroit isn’t as bad as the suburbs

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

True

[@whj60632]

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[@Ouzoadventures]

Detroit is pretty but the walkability and public transportation is a joke.

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Could use some work for sure. The Q-Line is just not cutting it.

[@brenrenn8306]

Walkability is a joke? I live in downtown Detroit. I walk an hour and a half and run every day of the week , we have great walk / bike pass , the Dequindre cut is right at my doorstep and that depending on direction goes right into eastern market or goes right into the waterfront which goes from Belle Isle past Westward downtown about 5 miles and is expanding right to the ambassador bridge now l we have walkable streets, we have parks. We have a glorious riverfront all within steps of my condo. I walk all the way downtown ,and eastern market area on the riverfront. Walk capability is awesome. We bike three times a week from our downtown condo along the riverfront over the bridge and around Belle Isle l about an hour and a half bike ride. It’s beautiful and pathed the whole time. . I visit my friends in the suburbs and they have nothing like what we have here , not even close. I walked to work. I walked to restaurants. I walked to entertainment. I walked to shop. I’m lucky if I start my car three times a week.

[@susansuewwilliams]

If you are a multi-racial family, Detroit is not welcoming at all; nor is Highland Park and this is in 2003 to today. Nor Hamtramck. Let's be real!!! Coming from Minnesota, what a culture shock; I was living in 2003, when I left Minnesota. When I moved to Detroit I was living in 1950 going on 1960, not the 2000s. Have you actually talked to people who work for Rocket Mortgage? Those employees I've spoken to say it is the worst place in Michigan to work. Strange! When I was offered a position with Blue Cross Blue Shield, all the positions offered were in Southfield! Not working downtown Detroit, near my house in Highland Park. Please, please, please do NOT move to Detroit unless you want to be living in the '50s, '60s and '70s. Detroit is not a metropolitan city, but a town that lives in the past. The only forgiving piece of Detroit, is black people who do not live in the past. They live in the future and that is where we belong. The future! 70% of Detroit properties, belong to the Detroit Land Bank Authority. So if you want a property, you better have good credit and a little bit of a down payment. Sorry, but this guy does not give you all the load down and what you need to own a property in Detroit. Oh gee, he doesn't want to ride the city transport!!!???!!! WHITE GUY!! Yes, it's occasionally late, but I'm sorry what major city doesn't have transport bus problems? If you're thinking of moving to Detroit? Please do not listen to this white guy, oh by the way, I'm white. Very blonde. Very light and my children are interracial and we moved from Minnesota to Detroit 20 years ago. Well actually you moved to Highland Park, google Highland Park. Google Detroit, before you move, back in 2000, of course there wasn't Google to find out. Best of luck!

[@dohdoh2430]

You sound racist towars WHITE GUYS, did you have a bad childhood or do you just have a low iq?

[@The_Beautiful_1_has_come]

Highland Park is not Detroit. If you’re looking for a good multicultural neighborhood, try Rosedale Park, Green Acres, the area between 6mile and puritan, evergreen and grand river were it’s meets at 6 mile . Outer drive and livernois, Sherwood Forrest, north of Marygrove college 6-7 mile. All those neighborhoods are Beautiful! FYI head south of HP and check out the North End, like woodland and Englewood! Good Luck and Welcome to Detroit! 😊

[@Motown222]

Downtown is not the city of Detroit

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Explain

[@jackswing-ep7cf]

​@@TRULIVINGMICHIGANnot for black people we are being pushed out we not wanted downtown so stop lieing to yourself it's ain't noo fucking retell downtown like I said fuck downtown

[@jackswing-ep7cf]

Downtown is not for everyone is made only for white people that's why black people being pushed outta downtown I don't give a fuck about bars n eats noo retail like I said fuck downtown

[@jackswing-ep7cf]

I see the jews took my shit down bcuz I said fuck downtown

[@chriswil5919]

How is it not ?? Lol

[@isthattrue1083]

No thanks. Your chance of encountering a violent crime in Detroit is 1 in 15 and has one of thee highest rates of crime in the US. I live in NW Ohio and there are TONS of people who drive from Detroit to Fort Wayne, Indiana, for jobs daily. Most those automotive jobs are moving overseas. In fact, my supervisor at the VA just moved back to Fort Wayne from Detroit because of the violent crime. Got his license plate stolen at the gym, then got his car stolen after hitting a giant pothole and bottoming out his car. Dan Gilbert is a bit of a crook and his Quicken Loan company was charged with fraud. You can about guarantee that if they have that sort of money that they grifted their way to the top by crime. Look at Donald Trump.... he's another one. Also, didn't you guys have psychopaths trying to abduct your governor? That definitely makes people want to move there. Detroit hasn't been much since the days they used to shoot movies there like Robocop, etc.

[@jellytv2400]

Don’t nobody wanna live in Ohio

[@travismcadory]

😂😂😂 sounds like someone who don’t know a lot about Detroit

[@DJSPAZZ1.0]

You should really stop believing everything you hear! Just come see for yourself… First off Every big city has a crime so miss me with that comparison!..and Second I got family in Fort Wayne and it’s a Huge amount a crime happening daily there especially for it to be a small city it’s gotten so bad that more people are moving out of city then people are moving in😬..and 3rd Nobody Ohio is boring with a lot a racism going on and the Governor there is trying to turn back the clock on yall anyways!!

[@jdallas3369]

Ohio and Indiana suck...Detroit is all That and getting better by the minute. It has already been determined that Detroit is the next Mecca! You sound like a hater from the 50's

[@richardgreen2200]

Ft. Wayne, Indiana? Talk about a deserted dump. That and the fact that it is surrounded by the rest of Indiana speaks volumes. That thriving metropolis is like three and a half hours from Detroit... Please provide evidence substantiating your assertion that "TONS" of people commute there from Detroit? Put some cool towels on that fever dream. Cleveland is closer and if you add another 45 minutes on to the drive, you are in Chicago or Pittsburgh even. Ft. Wayne is a nothing burger surrounded by a bunch of corn fields. Indiana is full of Mike Pence clones and folks who are a better fit with the northern Kentucky crowd. Having a license plate stolen.....? Wow, that guy is going to need therapy for years. Yeah there is crime, just as there is in Memphis, Dallas, Oklahoma City, Jackson, Birmingham, etc. You know, all of those tourist meccas in your red State utopias. The majority of illegal guns confiscated in Detroit, just as in New York, D.C., Chicago, etc come from Georgia, MIssissippi, Alabama, Florida and Texas. If you hillbilly cowboys stop transporting weapons to these places (which you then turn around and criticize for being violent), life in those cities would be much calmer and exponentially safer. You probably haven't been to Detroit, at least not in this century and you likely get your 'information' from Ingraham, Hannity, Judge Drunk and the rest of the clown show on that channel (FOX) which just paid $787 million dollars to settle a defamation lawsuit for lying to you again and again and again. They hate anyplace which contains a lot of folks who don't look like them (which you probably completely understand).

[@nobodyshome2024]

Hipsters

[@TRULIVINGMICHIGAN]

Alive and well! I feel like hipster was a fad that kind of faded.