A neighborhood on the rise, rooted in community and educational heritage.

Fitzgerald / Marygrove sits just west of Livernois and surrounds the iconic Marygrove campus — a historic landmark that long served as a center of learning, culture, and community life. Today, the neighborhood blends early- to mid-20th-century homes, walkable streets, and active revitalization efforts that are bringing renewed energy to the area.

With a strong connection to the Avenue of Fashion and the Live6 corridor, the neighborhood offers a mix of affordability, convenience, and community pride.

The neighborhood developed rapidly during Detroit’s west-side expansion from the 1920s through the 1950s. Its identity has always been tied to education — first through Marygrove College and later through Live6, Wayne State, and educational partners committed to stabilizing and enriching the neighborhood.

The Fitzgerald Revitalization Project further cemented the community’s modern identity, converting vacant lots into new homes, gardens, and parks. This initiative helped re-establish Fitzgerald / Marygrove as a destination for first-time homebuyers, educators, artists, and young professionals.

Fitzgerald / Marygrove offers charming, modest-scale homes that appeal to buyers seeking character and affordability. Expect:

• Brick Colonial Revivals
• Bungalows and cape cods
• Early 20th-century Tudor-influenced designs
• Postwar homes with clean, functional layouts

Lots tend to be cozy and walkable, creating a close-knit neighborhood atmosphere. Many homes feature hardwood floors, fireplaces, cove ceilings, and original architectural details that offer historic charm without a luxury price tag.

Mary McLeod Bethune — Educator & Civil Rights Leader

Marygrove’s neighborhood identity is shaped in part by Mary McLeod Bethune’s national legacy — reflected in the former Mary McLeod Bethune school in the district. Bethune’s advocacy for women’s rights, civil rights, and education mirrors the community-centered mission of the neighborhood.

Alice Birney — Women’s Rights & Education Advocate 

Alice Birney Elementary, serving the broader area, honored the co-founder of the National PTA. Generations of residents were shaped by the school’s commitment to family engagement and public education.

Marygrove College Faculty & Alumni

For nearly 100 years, Marygrove College attracted influential scholars, writers, and activists whose work touched Detroit and the nation. Their presence helped shape the social and cultural identity of the surrounding neighborhood.

Live6 Alliance Leadership

Leaders affiliated with the Live6 Alliance have helped transform the Livernois–McNichols corridor through arts, business development, and community-building. Their work continues to be a cultural driver in the neighborhood.

Pewabic Pottery Artists

Many Fitzgerald/Marygrove homes contain original Pewabic tile, a signature of Detroit’s artistic heritage. This connects the neighborhood to Mary Chase Perry Stratton’s nationally renowned ceramics legacy.

• Walkable access to the Avenue of Fashion
• Great affordability for first-time buyers
• Strong community partnerships supporting revitalization
• Historic charm with educational heritage
• Proximity to Marygrove, UD Mercy, and the Live6 corridor

Whether you’re seeking an affordable first home or want to join a neighborhood experiencing meaningful growth, we’re here to guide you.