As arguably the finest surviving street car suburb of turn of the century Detroit, Woodbridge sits solidly on the near-West Side.
A few minutes from Downtown, New Center and Midtown, Woodbridge is continually evolving. While primarily a residential neighborhood with many large historic homes, the area is also home to a growing number of art institutions — including the Contemporary Art Institute of Detroit, 4731 Gallery and 555.
The community continues to grow and increase its vibrancy as new businesses open and more housing is built.
For more information about Woodbridge visit the Model D:
- Visiting Guide
- Investing Guide
- Moving Guide
And watch our Woodbridge video by Model D video director/producer Tom Hendrickson:
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