Why Live in Oregon Township
Oregon Township in Columbiaville offers a spacious, rural lifestyle with multibedroom homes and vacant, forested lots. Established in 1846, this area maintains a low population density of one person per acre, providing a secluded environment for residents. Home styles include farmhouses, split-levels, and ranch-style homes, with most properties valued around $225,000, which is below the national average. Nature enthusiasts will find plenty of things to do, such as birding, fishing, and boating at Zemmer Park and Holloway Reservoir. Torzewski County Park features a waterslide, amphitheater, disc golf course, and playground. Hunting is popular during the open season, with access to public and private lands, including Lapeer State Game Areas. For education, Lapeer Community Schools serve the area, and CenterPoint Christian Academy, a highly rated private school, is 16 miles away. While Oregon Township has small convenience stores and LJ’s Farm Market, residents often travel 6 miles to Lapeer for groceries, dining, and entertainment. Local favorites include Dagwood’s and Blondie’s for lunch, and annual events like the Rubber Duck Dash and Lapeer Days Festival. The neighborhood is not walkable or bikeable and lacks public transit, but residents appreciate the trade-off for green spaces and tranquility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oregon Township a good place to live?
Oregon Township is a good place to live. Oregon Township is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Oregon Township has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.3 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $94,552 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Oregon Township are home owners, with 5.4% of residents renting and 94.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oregon Township can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oregon Township neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oregon Township?
The median home price in Oregon Township is $319,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,590 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $68K a year to afford the median home price in Oregon Township. The average household income in Oregon Township is $95K.
What are the best public schools in Oregon Township?
The best public schools that serve Oregon Township are:
What are the best private schools in Oregon Township?
The best private schools that serve Oregon Township are:
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Home Trends in Oregon Township, MI
On average, homes in Oregon Township, Columbiaville sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Oregon Township, Columbiaville over the last 12 months is $314,950, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$314,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$314,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$225
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
