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Allen Park Area Facts

  • Allen Park has a Livability Score of 88/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Allen Park crime rates are 3% lower than the Michigan average
  • Cost of living in Allen Park is 7% higher than the Michigan average
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Allen Park: The Gem of Downriver 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) Allen Park, MI is an excellent choice of suburbs in the downriver area of Detroit. It is home to an excellent public school system and touts itself as one of the safest places in the downriver area. Shopping is excellent, and you'll find trendy shops and other popular stores in t ...Read More he shopping area known as "The Hill" near the north end of the city. The police of Allen Park are well-respected within the city for keeping it safe, given the notorious reputation of crime that the Detroit area has worked so hard to get rid of.

The weather in Allen Park is overall the same as the rest of the Midwest or Michigan. Cold and snowy winters with hot and humid summers. The autumn season, however, is very nice with colorful trees surrounding the city.

Overall, Allen Park should be at the top of the list for anyone looking to live in the downriver area of Detroit who wants an excellent public school system and very safe neighborhoods. Allen Park is an excellent choice for those looking to raise a family. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Allen Park? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Community Park
      Sugar Plum Tot Park
      Pretty Family Park
      Harold N. Duda Tot Lot
      Humpty Dumpty Tot Park
      Bocabella Memorial Park
      John F Kennedy Park
      Cunningham Park

      Entertainment

      Allen Park Civic Arena
      Roosevelt Lanes
      Blue Elephant Studio Gallery
      Thunderbowl Lanes
      Lincoln Park Historical Museum
      bandshell
      Midway Sports & Entertainment
      Ford Lanes

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Culver's
      Top Shelf Liquor
      Chicago's Pizza
      The Rat Pack Martini & Cigar Lounge
      Trina O’Malley’s
      The Broadcast Booth
      Neil's Bar

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Allen Park? Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Allen Park.
      Drive to Work
      86%

      10% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Allen Park a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      PharMor Pharmacy
      All Care Pharmacy
      Allen Park Discount Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      S.M. Kaura M.D. Internal Medicine