Replying to Moving to Detroit Questions

Hey guys I'm 23 and moving to detroit by myself in september.  I know nothing about the area and was wondering if anybody had suggestions on neighborhoods to look for apartments in. Looking for something  in a nicer area, especially for young people (preferrably close to dearborn where ill be working). 
Also more importantly, where should i ski?? Im from ohio so im not unfamiliar with midwest skiing but im just looking for a place thats relatively close with a good park where i can get some rail laps in after work days.  thanks for any advice in advance!