If you’re searching for the wealthiest places to live in Metro Detroit, start with Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, and Bloomfield Township, then look to lakefront enclaves like Grosse Pointe Shores and Orchard Lake Village. This guide ranks the top 12 using recent home-sale trends, income data, schools, and lifestyle signals. Want walkable luxury with fine dining and boutiques? Choose Birmingham. Want privacy on acreage and country-club calm? Aim for Bloomfield Township or Oakland Township.

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Metro Detroit is in a moment. Prices at the top end keep setting records while a few communities are quietly outpacing the market on household income, price per square foot, and lifestyle amenities that hold long-term value.…

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Corktown, Detroit’s oldest neighborhood, is experiencing a surge of major development projects through 2027. A new 15,000-seat soccer stadium, multiple housing developments (including affordable units), and a $70 million overhaul of Michigan Avenue are all underway. Driven by Ford’s restoration of Michigan Central Station and community investment, these projects aim to revitalize Corktown while preserving its historic character. Below is a project-by-project look at what’s being built and how it’s reshaping this vibrant Detroit district.

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Corktown’s Revival Centered on Michigan Central Station

Corktown’s transformation kicked into high gear when Ford Motor Company undertook a $1 billion restoration of Michigan Central…

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Ann Arbor’s best restaurants deliver a mix as eclectic as the city itself. From iconic sandwich shops and student hangouts to elegant date-night destinations, the choices span every vibe and budget. Longtime locals and first-time visitors alike will find something to love, whether it’s a family-friendly taqueria after a ballgame or an upscale spot for a special occasion. In a hurry? Start with a few must-visit Ann Arbor restaurants that reflect the town’s character, then read on for tips on when to go and where to park, plus a full curated list of the top places to eat right now.

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How We Chose the Restaurants

To assemble Ann Arbor’s best restaurants, we balanced local icons with fresh hotspots. Selections cover a…

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Nick Gilbert Way at Hudson’s Detroit is a brand-new pedestrian plaza in downtown Detroit that connects Woodward Avenue to Farmer Street, filled with festive holiday attractions and local vendors. Opened on November 6, 2025, the plaza features a giant illuminated teddy bear (a nostalgic nod to Hudson’s old Santa Bear tradition) and a season of free holiday programming through January 4, 2026. Visitors can shop at pop-up carts for unique gifts, sip Parisian hot chocolate from a vintage truck, drop letters to Santa with Mrs. Claus, and soak in twinkling lights and whimsical displays, all steps from Campus Martius Park in the heart of Detroit.

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A New Plaza Revives Downtown Holiday Magic

Nick Gilbert Way isn’t just another…

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Quick Facts:

  • Giant teddy bear installed October 28, 2025 at Hudson's Detroit, 1208 Woodward Avenue

  • Located in Nick Gilbert Way plaza between Campus Martius and Grand Circus Park

  • Honors Hudson's Santa Bear tradition (1985-2007) and Nick Gilbert's legacy

  • Part of Decked Out Detroit holiday programming through January 2026

  • Represents Detroit's connection between history and renaissance

  • Accessible via QLine at Grand Circus Park station

A 26-year-old memory, a century-old tradition, and a giant teddy bear sitting in downtown Detroit are teaching us something profound about what it means to come home.

So there I was on October 29th, scrolling through my Detroit news feed (as one does when you're completely obsessed with this city's…

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It’s a crisp Saturday morning in downtown Birmingham, Michigan. You step out of Birmingham Place, the city’s iconic high-rise condo building on Old Woodward, and stroll to grab a latte from a cozy cafe near Shain Park. Living here has undeniable charm, walkable streets, upscale boutiques, top-notch restaurants. But as you sip your coffee, a practical question comes to mind: Is it actually cheaper to rent a condo here than to own one in 2025?

That rent-versus-own dilemma is on a lot of Metro Detroit minds lately, and for good reason. After all, home prices are up and mortgage rates aren’t what they used to be. Many lifelong Michiganders grew up hearing that owning a home is always the smart move, the classic “American Dream” our parents and grandparents…

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Game day in Detroit isn’t just about the action on the field or the final score, it’s a full downtown experience. Before the first pitch or opening kickoff, fans flood local pubs and patios, turning the city’s core into a sea of team colors and camaraderie. Afterwards, win or lose, many stick around to celebrate (or commiserate) over a round. Detroit boasts what Forbes once called “the most compact sports district in America,” with three major venues, Ford Field, Comerica Park, and Little Caesars Arena, all within a short walk. That means whether you’re heading to a Tigers baseball game, a Lions football matchup, or a Red Wings/Pistons showdown, you have a ton of great bars and eateries nearby for pre-game and post-game fun.

This guide taps into real…

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Detroit made history on November 4, 2025, by electing Mary Sheffield as its next mayor – the first woman ever to hold the city’s top office. The Detroit City Council President and lifelong Detroiter won in a landslide, capturing about 77% of the vote to opponent Solomon Kinloch Jr.’s 23%. With 100% of precincts reporting, Sheffield earned 88,229 votes to Kinloch’s 25,725, a margin so wide that she noted it may be the largest in Detroit’s history. The Associated Press called the race for Sheffield just over an hour after polls closed, underscoring the decisive nature of her victory. At a jubilant election night party at MGM Grand Detroit, hundreds of supporters cheered and chanted “Mary! Mary!” as the 38-year-old mayor-elect took the stage to claim…

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November in Metro Detroit brings a feast of new flavors and foodie excitement. As the autumn leaves fall, lifelong locals are buzzing about fresh restaurant openings, highly anticipated spots on the horizon, and fun food events that capture our community spirit. In true Michigander fashion, we’ve gathered the latest dining news, from cozy neighborhood bistros to big downtown debuts, all served with a side of genuine local insight. Read on for a curated rundown of where to eat next and what not to miss this season.

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New Restaurant Openings (Fall 2025)

Detroit’s dining scene is always evolving, and this fall has delivered a bumper crop of new places to try. Here are some of the hottest recent openings making waves:

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Imagine cruising down I-75 on your morning commute, but instead of white-knuckling the wheel, you’re sipping coffee and helping your kid review a homework assignment, all while your SUV handles the driving. It sounds like science fiction, but General Motors has officially announced plans to make this a reality by 2028. In a city like Detroit, where the automobile is king, GM’s new “eyes-off” driving technology is more than just a headline, it’s a glimpse into a future that could reshape how Metro Detroiters drive, live, and even choose their homes. This conversational yet informative deep dive breaks down GM’s big news on hands-free, eyes-off driving and why it matters to families and savvy locals here in the Motor City.

GM’s New Chapter: Marrying…

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