Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make and finding the perfect community is just as important as choosing the right house. To help you make an informed choice, Niche—an authoritative platform for town, school, and college rankings—has published its annual list of the Best Places to Buy a Home.
In this article, we break down how metro Detroit communities rank based on essential factors like home values, property taxes, crime rates and school quality. These rankings are built using reliable data from the U.S. Census, FBI, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and CDC, ensuring you get accurate insights. You can find the full methodology here.
Best places to buy a house in Detroit area
1. Berkley
- Average home value: $275,100
- Population: 15,150
Berkley’s high scores in Niche’s categories for housing, public schools, jobs, cost of living and outdoor activities make it an excellent choice for families.
2. Beverly Hills
- Average home value: $459,500
- Population: 10,550
Beverly Hills boasts high ranking schools and highly rated parks. The city earned an “A+” in the “public schools” and “good for families” categories from Niche and an “A” in the “housing” category.
3. Huntington Woods
- Average home value: $457,600
- Population: 6,365
Huntington Woods is located in an enviable spot–close enough to the bustle of restaurants and entertainment of nearby Royal Oak and just 12 miles north of Detroit.
4. Grosse Pointe Woods
- Average home value: $309,700
- Population: 16,338
This community offers highly rated public schools, scenic parks and numerous family-friendly festivals throughout the year, making it an appealing choice for families.
5. Grosse Pointe Farms
- Average home value: $409,200
- Population: 10,018
Known for its excellent public schools, waterfront parks and vibrant community events, Grosse Pointe Farms offers a family-friendly environment with a blend of charm and convenience.
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6. Northville
- Average home value: $431,500
- Population: 6,088
This city has highly rated public schools and parks. There are many family friendly festivals throughout the year in this historic town.
7. Farmington
- Average home value: $262,400
- Population: 11,486
Farmington is known for its many restaurants, shopping areas, recreation centers and small businesses. It earns great scores from Niche in the school category, too.
8. Oakland Charter Township
- Average home value: $528,900
- Population: 20,019
Oakland Charter Township boasts the distinction of being one of the oldest townships in Michigan. Currently the Township is served by three school districts: Rochester Community Schools, Lake Orion Community Schools and Romeo Community Schools.
9. Troy
- Average home value: $375,600
- Population: 87,170
Troy is home to a number of major companies, and many residents are able to work just a short drive from their homes.
10. Grosse Pointe
- Average home value: $379,400
- Population: 5,621
Grosse Pointe offers a tight-knit community with top-rated schools, beautiful parks and a range of local events, making it a welcoming spot for families seeking a balanced suburban lifestyle.
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