Historic South SideYpsilanti, Michigan

Historic South Side Ypsilanti

Ypsilanti's Historic South Side is where the city's Victorian architecture is at its most concentrated. The "Painted Ladies" here — intricate woodwork, wrap-around porches, period detailing — sit alongside New Deal-era homes from the 1930s and 1940s, creating a streetscape that spans more than a century of building styles.⁴ The oldest home we've found here (of what we've seen so far) was constructed sometime in the early 1700s, though most of the neighborhood's roughly 69 homes were constructed between the mid-1800s and mid-1900s.¹ Homes range from around 880 square feet to nearly 6,000 square feet on lots between a tenth of an acre and half an acre.¹

The residents are a mix — professionals, artists, families, students — and the neighborhood has earned a reputation as one of Ypsilanti's top up-and-coming areas, with market values increasing and marketing times tightening relative to several years ago.⁴ Walking distance to both downtown and Depot Town means cars are optional. AATA bus lines run through the neighborhood, and the Riverside Arts Center and Ypsilanti Farmers Market are close at hand.⁴

The De Hazen-Jacobs House on S Adams Street is a notable example of the architectural significance found here, and historian Matthew Siegfried's "South Adams Street @ 1900" project documents the block's history in detail.⁴

Homes for Sale in Historic South Side

There are currently 6 active listings in the Historic South Side.¹

Historic South Side Home Prices

Only 2 homes have sold in the Historic South Side over the past two years, so the median sale price of $216,000 and $175 per square foot should be treated as directional rather than definitive. With a neighborhood of this size, individual transactions carry outsized weight on the averages. The 64-day average time on market suggests homes move at a moderate pace once listed.¹

That said, a median of $175 per square foot for housing stock of this architectural quality — Victorian and New Deal-era construction with original detailing — positions the Historic South Side as a strong value play within walking distance of Ypsilanti's commercial core and Eastern Michigan University.

Dining & Shopping Near Historic South Side Ypsilanti

The neighborhood's proximity to downtown and Depot Town puts a wide range of restaurants within reach, and the immediate area has its own set of locally owned spots:³ ⁴

• El Sabor De Mi Tierra Pupuseria — 0.3 mi, Salvadoran
• Tanduri Korner — 0.3 mi, Indian
• Red Rock BBQ — 0.3 mi, barbecue
• Bridge Community Café — 0.3 mi, pay-what-you-can model

Grocery & Bodega ³

• Fatou Caribbean Market — 0.3 mi, Caribbean and West African grocery
• Dos Hermanos — 0.4 mi, Mexican grocery and deli

Parks Near Historic South Side

• Carrie Mattingly Tot Lot — 0.3 mi ³
• Parkridge Park — 0.6 mi ³
• Huron Landing — 0.7 mi, Huron River access ³

Historic South Side School District

The neighborhood is served by Ypsilanti Community Schools.²

FAQ

Q: How much do homes cost in the Historic South Side of Ypsilanti?

A: The median sale price is $216,000 based on 2 sales over the past 24 months, at about $175 per square foot. The small sample size means this figure may shift meaningfully with the next few transactions.¹

Q: What kind of architecture is in the Historic South Side?

A: The neighborhood is known for its Victorian "Painted Ladies" with intricate woodwork and wrap-around porches, alongside New Deal-era homes from the 1930s and 1940s. The De Hazen-Jacobs House on S Adams Street is a representative example of the area's architectural significance.⁴

Q: Is the Historic South Side walkable?

A: Yes. Downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town are both within walking distance. The neighborhood is on AATA bus routes, and the Riverside Arts Center and Ypsilanti Farmers Market are nearby.⁴

¹ SparkMLS, 24-month lookback from April 2026 ² Michigan Department of Education school district boundaries ³ Google Places API, April 2026. Verify hours and availability directly. ⁴ Broker/owner editorial content