Downtown

I have worked and lived in Downtown Detroit. The thing I like most about Downtown Detroit is its energy. You see thousands of people everyday working, living, traveling, partying, going to sporting events, and having fun. Sometimes it just feels like excitement is in the air. There are so many trendy restaurants full of young, attractive people, and upscale bars serving classy patrons and important clientele. During the holidays, all of the major buildings, landmarks, and skyscrapers are lit up and glittering. During the summer, especially from a high rise office building, apartment, or restaurant you can see a nice looking skyline, and boats on the Detroit River. New businesses and housing developments seem to be cropping up every year. When the Red Wings, Tigers, or Lions are really good, game days/nights are absolutely electric. People out on the streets, going to bars, clubs, and restaurants, mingling and having a good time with each other.

I guess the downside of Downtown Detroit is that some of the streets can be confusing to someone who is not familiar with the downtown area, and there are a few areas of blight and crime like any major city. Overall though, the positives far outweigh the negatives. There are only a couple quality grocery stores that I know of offhand, that would be another drawback. The cost of living is a bit higher, too. But I still enjoy Downtown Detroit immensely.