Buying a home is more than purchasing property—it’s committing to a community and lifestyle. Choosing the right location is one of life’s biggest decisions, and Niche makes it easier with its comprehensive rankings of the best places to buy a home in Macomb County.
These rankings are based on essential factors such as home values, property taxes, crime rates, and the quality of local schools, using trusted data from sources like the U.S. Census, FBI, BLS, and CDC. Explore how Macomb County towns compare and find the perfect spot to call home. You can find the full methodology here.
This story was updated on Nov. 25, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her update included adding more information and a new graphic for the 2024 rankings. Questions? Email katina@metroparent.com.
Best places to buy a house in Macomb County
1. Ray Township
- Average home value: $374,700
- Population: 3,780
The vast majority of residents in Ray Township own their own homes. Ray offers residents access to excellent parks, including Wolcott Mill Metropark, a 2,625 acre park.
2. Chesterfield Township
- Average home value: $258,200
- Population: 45,414
Although Chesterfield has a spare suburban feel, there are many options for restaurants, businesses and shopping. The public schools, cost of living and diversity in Chesterfield are above average.
3. Macomb Township
- Average home value: $337,900
- Population: 91,418
In Macomb Township, the vast majority of residents own their homes and the public school options are highly rated. Macomb Township is the most populous civil township in the state.
4. St. Clair Shores
- Average home value: $181,300
- Population: 58,656
St. Clair Shores offers residents access to Lake St. Clair. The city is well known for its “Nautical Mile” along Jefferson Avenue. It earns a “B” from Niche in the public schools and diversity categories.
5. Shelby Charter Township
- Average home value: $316,400
- Population: 79,407
With a spread out, suburban feel, Shelby Charter Township offers prospective homebuyers excellent public schools, good outdoor activities and many restaurants.
6. New Baltimore
- Average home value: $283,500
- Population: 12,104
Located on Lake St. Clair, New Baltimore offers residents many family activities, including access to beaches, fishing and boating. In 2016, the state’s largest and tallest flagpole was erected at the Walter and Mary Burke Park.
7. Richmond
- Average home value: $221,500
- Population: 5,852
Richmond combines small-town charm with a rich history. Residents enjoy a close-knit community, excellent schools and plenty of parks and recreation options, making it a great choice for families.
8. Harrison Charter Township
- Average home value: $241,700
- Population: 24,249
Harrison Charter Township offers residents an incredible access to activities along the lakeshore.
9. Sterling Heights
- Average home value: $243,400
- Population: 133,744
As the second largest suburb in Metro Detroit, and the fourth largest city in Michigan, Sterling Heights has many options for homebuyers. It earns a “A-” in the good for families category from Niche.
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10. Fraser
- Average home value: $178,900
- Population: 14,668
Fraser offers its residents a dense suburban feel and above average public schools. Also located in Fraser is the Arts Academy in the Woods, a free public charter academy for students interested in the arts.
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