Living In Michigan

I pulled every 55+ community listing in the Realcomp MLS since 2017 across Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, St. Clair and Genesee counties: 2,595 listings, 1,967 closed sales, about $419 million in volume. Here are the prices, monthly fees, days on market and co-op rules, community by community. 📘 FREE guide to go with this video (communities, typical prices, what the monthly fee covers, quest...

What is it actually like living in Madison Heights, Michigan? In this episode of Living in Michigan, Andrew McManamon breaks down one of Oakland County’s most overlooked Metro Detroit suburbs, including where Madison Heights is located, current home prices, property taxes, school district boundaries, housing styles, restaurants, parks, highway access, and the biggest pros and cons to consider befo...

Pleasant Ridge, Michigan may cover less than six tenths of a square mile, but this tiny Metro Detroit suburb has built a reputation for fiercely protecting its character. In this episode of the Living in Michigan Podcast, Andrew McManamon takes a closer look at what makes Pleasant Ridge unique, from its historic homes and fight against the original I 696 freeway plans to its location along the Woo...

Living in Utica, Michigan: Homes, Schools, Taxes & What You Need to Know Thinking about living in Utica, Michigan or moving to Macomb County? In this episode of the Living in Michigan Podcast, Andrew McManamon breaks down what you need to know about one of Metro Detroit’s smallest and most interesting cities. Utica may cover less than two square miles, but its location, historic downtown, acce...

There’s a part of Southeast Michigan sitting between Fenton, Holly, Clarkston, Highland, White Lake and Milford that most people relocating here never think to search. In this video, I’m breaking down Rose Township, Springfield Township and Tyrone Township, three rural and semi rural communities spanning Oakland and Livingston Counties that offer acreage, lakes, privacy and access to several popul...

Living in Michigan has a lot to love, but there are also some seriously annoying things nobody seems to warn you about before moving here. In this video, I’m breaking down some of the things I hate about living in Michigan and Metro Detroit—from Michigan roads, construction and driving to small-town quirks, weather, local development and other everyday frustrations you don’t always hear about in r...

Why is everyone suddenly talking about Washington Township, Michigan? This part of northern Macomb County has been growing quickly, with new construction, upscale subdivisions, larger lots, orchards, parks, and access to some of Metro Detroit’s most popular amenities. But is Washington Township actually worth the hype? In this video, I’m breaking down what it’s really like living in Washington Tow...

There’s a part of Southeast Michigan that almost nobody talks about, even though it sits right between some of the most desirable and recognizable places in the region. In this video, I’m breaking down the hidden central pocket between Brighton, Ann Arbor, Plymouth, Novi, Northville, South Lyon, Green Oak Township, Salem Township, Northfield Township and the surrounding areas, and why it can make...

What does $600,000 actually get you in Metro Detroit? The answer changes dramatically depending on where you buy. In this video, I break down real housing data from more than 800 homes priced between $550,000 and $600,000 across Metro Detroit to show where your money stretches the furthest — and where you’re paying a premium for location, lifestyle, walkability, schools, and amenities instead of s...

Buying A Home In Michigan SIGHT UNSEEN! - So let me guess, you’re someone that lives out of state and you want to make the move to Michigan and buying a home sight unseen is something you can’t seem to justify in this fast moving housing market. Well, you’re not alone. Stick around as I break down the reality of today’s housing market as someone who is in the thick of it every single day. To buy a...

Buying A Home In Michigan For The FIRST TIME! - Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 people don’t actually know the homebuying process? Well, now you do, and since I’m sure that ratio surprised you like it did me, I’m going to talk about the homebuying process in Michigan right now. As many of you may know, I help people relocate in and out of the great state of Michigan, and I’ve noticed a pretty cons...

Why haven’t Michigan home prices crashed yet? In this video, I compare today’s Michigan housing market with the 2008 housing crash and reveal the hidden number affecting many home sales: seller concessions. Using Metro Detroit MLS data, we’ll look at what caused home prices to collapse during the Great Recession, why today’s inventory and lending conditions are dramatically different, and how sell...

Is now a good time to move to Metro Detroit? In this video, I break down the latest Southeast Michigan housing market data using Realcomp MLS numbers through May 2026 and explain what it actually means for buyers, sellers, and relocation clients considering a move to Michigan. Inventory is rising across Metro Detroit, buyer leverage is starting to improve, and each county is telling a very differe...

Where Michigan Is Growing (and Where the Price Data Makes No Sense) Michigan added about 56,000 people since 2020, but 26 of our 83 counties actually lost population over that same stretch. The fastest growing county in the state? Not Oakland. Not Kent. It is Lake County, a place most lifelong Michiganders could not find on a map. Meanwhile, one of Michigan's biggest cities added a grand total...

Living In Northville Michigan - Thinking about moving to Northville, Michigan? This video is a complete, honest breakdown of what it's really like to live here and whether it's worth the price. Home prices, neighborhoods, schools, property taxes, commute times, and the pros and cons you'll want to know before you tour. Northville sits 27 miles northwest of Detroit and 17 miles from Ann...

Birmingham Michigan or Grosse Pointe Michigan? Which prestigious Michigan community is actually the better place to live? If you're considering a move to Metro Detroit, this video compares two of Michigan's most desirable luxury communities: Birmingham and the Grosse Pointes. We break down everything you need to know, including home prices, property taxes, schools, commute times, walkabili...

The Michigan housing market isn't one market, it's dozens of different markets. In this video, I break down five real homes I've recently listed and sold across Michigan in Mason, Fenton, Royal Oak, Westland, and Clarkston, showing exactly how differently each local market behaved. You'll see:• Why one home received 6-8 competing offers while another struggled after being relisted•...

Thinking about moving to Lyon Township, Michigan? You're not alone — and this video is going to tell you everything the algorithm isn't. From home prices and property taxes to the rapid development, school districts, outdoor recreation, and that unique split personality between suburban convenience and wide open rural space, this is your honest, no-fluff breakdown of what life actually loo...

Don’t Buy A Home in Metro Detroit Until You Watch This! Thinking about moving to Michigan? Before you buy a house, choose a city, or sign a purchase agreement, there are some costly mistakes that many relocation buyers make without even realizing it. In this video, I break down 6 of the biggest mistakes people make when moving to Michigan, including property taxes, school district boundaries, comm...

Why is Everyone suddenly moving to Michigan? For the first time since 1990, Michigan just reversed a 35-year population decline — and the people driving this generational shift are quietly relocating from California, Illinois, Florida, and Texas. In this video, Michigan realtor Andrew McManamon breaks down the new Census migration data, the six real reasons people are choosing Michigan in 2026, wh...

THIS is what $400K Gets You In Rochester Hills, Michigan?! If you're wondering what $400,000 gets you in Rochester Hills, Michigan, this video breaks it all down so you can understand what to realistically expect in today’s market. Rochester Hills is one of the most desirable suburbs in Metro Detroit, known for its top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and proximity to places like Rochester,...

Most people searching for the best place to live in Metro Detroit are asking the wrong question. It’s not just “What city is the best?”It’s:👉 What lifestyle actually fits ME?In this video, I break down Metro Detroit into 8 different lifestyle buckets to help you figure out where you truly belong based on the way YOU want to live — whether that’s walkable downtowns, lakefront living, family-friend...

Thinking about moving to Birmingham, Michigan? Before you decide where to live, you need to understand that this 4.8 square mile city is actually a collection of distinct neighborhoods — and the pocket you choose will completely change your lifestyle, home, and price point. In this video I break down every neighborhood inside Birmingham, MI — from Downtown and Quarton Lake Estates to Poppleton Par...

If you’re thinking about moving to Michigan and feel like everything you see is the same suburban neighborhoods — this podcast is going to open your eyes. In this podcast, I break down a part of Southeast Michigan that almost nobody talks about — a rural corridor in Macomb County and St. Clair County that offers something completely different from the typical Metro Detroit lifestyle. We’re talking...

If you’re thinking about moving to Shelby Township, Michigan, or trying to decide between Shelby Township and nearby areas like Rochester Hills, this video gives you the honest breakdown most people don’t talk about. Shelby Township has quickly become one of the most popular places to live in Metro Detroit, offering newer homes, more space for your money, and convenient access to Hall Road, shoppi...