Living in Berkley, MI | Kathy Remski Neighborhood Guide

Known for its small town appeal, the City of Berkley is a place where you will find a warm atmosphere throughout its neighborhoods. Within close proximity to major entertainment, business and healthcare amenities, there is no doubt why it was the only Michigan city recently named as one of Money Magazine’s top 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. To further enhance its appeal, the city’s tree-lined streets and excellent school district attracts new families and visitors every day. Berkley offers great value for homebuyers seeking slightly smaller homes and a quiet neighborhood feel. Its active downtown area features a nice dining scene along with quaint shops and antique stores. There are no high-rise buildings in the community, which mainly consists of single-family homes. Berkley is known for its variety of festivals held throughout the year, including classic auto cruise-ins, seasonal celebrations, and the annual Art Bash.

After a long day at work or school, residents and visitors can enjoy unique shops, novelties and restaurants in the city’s Downtown District. So, if you’re hungry for a great meal, looking for a special gift or simply running an afternoon errand, Berkley’s Downtown District has it all…including free parking!

Just a short 20 minute drive from Detroit, Downtown Berkley is full of small town charm perfect for families, friends, and couples. The downtown offers two great shopping districts filled with some of Detroit's best small business owners. From great fashion and a variety of arts to hand-crafted jewelry and delicious dining, Berkley truly has it all!

Small shops, fun dining experiences, great neighborhoods and friendly faces – that's Berkley. Known for its small-town appeal, but just minutes from downtown Detroit, Berkley has a warm atmosphere throughout the neighborhoods and downtown.

Fun Fact: In 1923, Berkley was incorporated as a village. At the time, Elmer Cromie had named the road that ran through his farm Berkley and the "Berkley School" was then under construction, so the name Berkley was chosen for the village.

Overview for Berkley, MI

15,084 people live in Berkley, where the median age is 37.7 and the average individual income is $59,854. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

15,084

Total Population

37.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,854

Average individual Income

Around Berkley, MI

There's plenty to do around Berkley, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

83

Very Walkable

Walking Score

51

Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Detroit Sugar, Old Woodward Cellar, and Lewton's Sports Cards and Collectibles.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Detroit Sugar page on Yelp	Dining	3.68 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Old Woodward Cellar page on Yelp Search 912 S Old Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.09 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lewton's Sports Cards and Collectibles page on Yelp Search 18 S Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	3.11 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Toadvine Books page on Yelp Search 2783 Coolidge Hwy on Google Maps	Shopping	0.1 miles	29 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Eclectic Home page on Yelp Search 133 W 14 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	3.03 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the go-toPILATES page on Yelp	Active	2.72 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Retrofit Studio page on Yelp Search 1515 E 11 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.07 miles	27 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Barkside page on Yelp Search 15640 W Eleven Mile Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.14 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the TLG Fitness page on Yelp Search 2642 W 11 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.64 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Svetlana's Skin Secrets Laser Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 33722 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.82 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Futurelazertiger page on Yelp Search 23446 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.27 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Well Wishes Tattoo page on Yelp Search 27815 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.07 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Naturally Yours Nail Spa page on Yelp Search 18161 13 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.37 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alisa Marie Brows & Spa page on Yelp Search 500 W 11 Mile on Google Maps	Beauty	1.94 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the DripIV Therapy and Hydration page on Yelp Search 105 Townsend St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.51 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Clawson Barber Shop page on Yelp Search 27 W Maple Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.92 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hart & Harlow Salon page on Yelp Search 508 E 4th St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.49 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Barbear Company page on Yelp Search 515 South Eton Street on Google Maps	Beauty	3.21 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Peau Claire Medi Spa page on Yelp Search 33301 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.57 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chloe Olson - Rebel Royal Oak page on Yelp Search 1202 E Eleven Mile Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.86 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gina's Chair page on Yelp Search 2782 Coolidge Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.11 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gifted Massage Therapy page on Yelp Search 1625 W Big Beaver Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.37 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Perfect Arch Eyebrow page on Yelp Search 405 S. Washington on Google Maps	Beauty	2.15 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Eleven page on Yelp Search 10099 W Eleven Mile Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.22 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Berkley, MI

Population Households Employment

Berkley has 6,852 households, with an average household size of 2.2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Berkley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 15,084 people call Berkley home. The population density is 5,768.5 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

15,084

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.7

Median Age

48.38 / 51.62%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

6,852

Total Households

2.2

Average Household Size

$59,854

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Berkley, MI

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The following schools are within or nearby Berkley. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Notable Transactions

Sold
$4,300,000

1267 Club Dr, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
- 5 Beds
- 7.5 Baths
- 7,500 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,900,000

1011 PIERCE Street, Birmingham City, MI 48009
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 3,935 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,637,500

7075 Sherwood Drive, Bloomfield Hills 48301
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,826 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,565,000

47690 FLORENCE Drive, Novi City, MI 48167
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,754 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,535,000

5741 SNOWSHOE Circle, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48301
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,200 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,300,000

1020 North Cranbrook Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4,382 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,130,000

1095 Willow Lane, Birmingham, MI 48009
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,225 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$990,000

3330 Morningview Terrace, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,642 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$989,000

3363 Grantham Court, Oakland Township, MI 48363
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,462 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$952,000

856 LAKEVIEW Avenue, Birmingham, MI 48009
- 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 4,459 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$895,000

264 Larchlea Drive, Birmingham, MI 48009
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,000 Sq.Ft.
Inactive
$825,000

1968 SCENIC Drive, Milford Twp, MI 48380
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,634 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$800,000

215 CHEWTON Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
- 4 Beds
- 3.1 Baths
- 3,000 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$800,000

216 S CHEWTON Road, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48301
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,494 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$790,000

1968 SCENIC Drive, Milford Charter Township, MI 48380
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,634 Sq.Ft.
Sold

$760,000

715 McDougal Ave.
Sold
$730,000

1812 South Bates Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,300 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$675,000

208 N GLENGARRY Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
- 4 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 2,537 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$660,000

3616 YORK Court, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,604 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$632,500

7524 Evergreen Ridge Drive, Harbor Springs City, MI 49740
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,848 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$618,500

2818 Hylane Drive, Troy 48098
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,027 Sq.Ft.
Sold

$615,000

1676 Oldtown Ave., West Bloomfield, MI 48324
Sold
$590,000

3788 HIGH GROVE Way, Orion Twp, MI 48360
- 4 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 3,376 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$585,000

1267 ANDOVER Drive, Wixom, MI 48393
- 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 3,414 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$570,000

1114 LONG LAKE Drive, Hartland Twp, MI 48114
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,990 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$545,000

68347 OAK RIDGE Circle, Richmond City, MI 48062
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,616 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$507,000

19378 WHITBY Drive, Livonia City, MI 48152
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,634 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$507,000

3393 Paddington Dr., Troy, MI 48084
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,832 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$495,000

3586 FINCH Drive, Troy, MI 48084
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,486 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$480,000

724 N. Center Street, Northville, MI 48167
- 5 Beds
- 2,157 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$442,000

3627 MIDDLEBURY Lane, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48301
- 3 Beds
- 1.1 Baths
- 1,793 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$432,500

30824 WESTHILL Street, Farmington Hills City, MI 48336
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,486 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$407,000

2355 PEMBROKE Road, Birmingham, MI 48009
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,342 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$406,000

1641 Harvard Road, Berkley, MI 48072
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,480 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$402,000

4122 KRISTINE Court, Canton Charter Township, MI 48188
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,554 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$400,000

15858 BUCKINGHAM Avenue, Beverly Hills Village, MI 48025
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,382 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$390,000

30135 Willow Court N, Farmington Hills, MI 48331
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,264 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$385,000

1337 Joliet, Detroit, MI 48207
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$385,000

4054 ANTIQUE Lane, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,277 Sq.Ft.
Sold

$340,000

710 S. Vermont, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Sold
$335,000

140 Alice Avenue, Bloomfield Hills City, MI 48302
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,557 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$330,000

4071 MORNINGVIEW Drive, Shelby Twp, MI 48316
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,800 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$323,000

3655 Paddington Drive, Troy, MI 48084
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,377 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$320,000

31220 PIERCE Street, Beverly Hills, MI 48025
- 3 Beds
- 1.1 Baths
- 2,038 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$310,000

3876 Prairie Avenue, Berkley, MI 48072
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 998 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$310,000

468 W BEECHDALE Street, Commerce Twp, MI 48382
- 4 Beds
- 1.1 Baths
- 1,288 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$300,000

1220 E Maple Road, Birmingham, MI 48009
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,201 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$290,000

2810 W Clarkston Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,344 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$289,000

1259 ALINE Drive, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,050 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$280,000

1814 Graefield Road, Birmingham City, MI 48009
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 906 Sq.Ft.