Depot Town: a Ypsilanti neighborhood
Ypsilanti's 19th-century railroad district on the Huron River, named for the Michigan Central depot that opened here in 1838.
History
Depot Town grew up around the Michigan Central Railroad depot, which opened in 1838. Its core is East Cross Street from the Huron River to North River Street, just northeast of downtown Ypsilanti, and most of its two- and three-story brick buildings date from 1850 to 1880. The area has Underground Railroad history, and the Thompson Block served as Civil War barracks.
What's nearby
Riverside Park and Frog Island Park line the river, connected by the "tridge" footbridge. The Michigan Firehouse Museum is here, and Prospect Park, Ypsilanti's oldest park, is a short walk away.
Selling in and around Depot Town
Depot Town is inside the Ypsilanti Historic District, so exterior changes to many properties need Historic District Commission review (see the Ypsilanti Historic District guide). Plan any pre-listing work with that in mind.
Frequently asked questions about Depot Town
Why is it called Depot Town?
The name comes from the Michigan Central Railroad depot, which opened there in 1838. The original depot building no longer stands.
Is Depot Town in a historic district?
Yes. Depot Town is part of the Ypsilanti Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Thinking about selling in Depot Town?
Call before you clean, repair or stage. I'll walk through what your house actually needs (and what it doesn't), what it's likely to sell for, and how to reach the buyers looking in Depot Town right now.