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Pleasant Ridge

Metro Detroit's hidden gem with a vibrant community, friendly neighborhoods, and an active community center. Contact Kathy to find out more about Pleasant Ridge.

Snugly bordered by Ferndale, Royal Oak and the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, Pleasant Ridge is a gem of a city hidden in plain sight. With a wide range of housing stock dating back to the early 1900s, Pleasant Ridge features larger lot sizes and homes than Ferndale or Royal Oak. The city’s welcoming community center offers residents access to recreation classes, event space, and a pool. Pleasant Ridge is all residential apart from a small number of restaurants and businesses along Woodward Avenue. Since the city is sandwiched between Royal Oak and Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge residents enjoy the amenities of both communities, and can also reach Downtown Detroit in less than 20 minutes.

Pleasant Ridge is known for it's walkable and friendly neighborhoods that contain the 7 city parks plus a Community Pool and vibrant Community Center. The parks cater to most ever activity you're looking for, including baseball diamonds, soccer fields, basketball & tennis courts, picnic and gathering pavilions, playgrounds, walking paths, and open recreation space. Pleasant Ridge also has a community garden and dog park.

The community newsletter - The Ridger keeps everyone informed of all the wonderful events and community activities.

Fun Fact: Pleasant Ridge began when Burt Taylor subdivided the Mayday farm in 1913. The community incorporated as a village within Royal Oak Township in 1921 and again as an autonomous city in 1927. The origin of the name is believed to derive from the main thoroughfare of Ridge Road. Since it's initial founding, Pleasant Ridge has remained a "gem" of a city ideally located in metro Detroit.

Overview for Pleasant Ridge, MI

2,607 people live in Pleasant Ridge, where the median age is 45.5 and the average individual income is $89,539. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,607

Total Population

45.5 years

Median Age

High

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

$89,539

Average individual Income

Around Pleasant Ridge, MI

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

65

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

53

Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Detroit Sugar, Balam Coffee & Wine, and Toadvine Books.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Detroit Sugar page on Yelp	Dining	0.9 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Balam Coffee & Wine page on Yelp Search 207 E 9 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.97 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Toadvine Books page on Yelp Search 2783 Coolidge Hwy on Google Maps	Shopping	2.71 miles	29 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lewton's Sports Cards and Collectibles page on Yelp Search 18 S Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	4.27 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Margaux & Max page on Yelp Search 224 W 9 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.83 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the School of Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 28927 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.54 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the go-toPILATES page on Yelp	Active	1.55 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Fit Park page on Yelp Search 911 W Nine Mile Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.79 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the MKG Detroit Martial Art & Kickboxing page on Yelp Search 368 Hilton Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.93 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Retrofit Studio page on Yelp Search 1515 E 11 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.61 miles	27 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pilates Detroit page on Yelp Search 3281 Hilton Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.06 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Barkside page on Yelp Search 15640 W Eleven Mile Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.27 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Futurelazertiger page on Yelp Search 23446 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.47 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Champagne Ghost Spa page on Yelp Search 1149 Hilton Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.53 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alchemy Slow Living Studio page on Yelp Search 22750 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.93 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chloe Olson - Rebel Royal Oak page on Yelp Search 1202 E Eleven Mile Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.46 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Eleven page on Yelp Search 10099 W Eleven Mile Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.61 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Well Wishes Tattoo page on Yelp Search 27815 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.94 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Selfish page on Yelp Search 28978 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.5 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alisa Marie Brows & Spa page on Yelp Search 500 W 11 Mile on Google Maps	Beauty	1.3 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Perfect Arch Eyebrow page on Yelp Search 405 S. Washington on Google Maps	Beauty	1.08 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Drita's Family Hair Care Salon page on Yelp Search 1045 Hilton Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.58 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gifted Massage Therapy page on Yelp Search 486 N Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.46 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Crimson & Gold page on Yelp Search 22741 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.92 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Pleasant Ridge, MI

Population Households Employment

Pleasant Ridge has 1,173 households, with an average household size of 2.22. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Pleasant Ridge do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,607 people call Pleasant Ridge home. The population density is 4,562.48 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,607

Total Population

High

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

45.5

Median Age

50.44 / 49.56%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

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

1,173

Total Households

2.22

Average Household Size

$89,539

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Pleasant Ridge, MI

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The following schools are within or nearby Pleasant Ridge. 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.