Lima Township, MI Homes for Rent

Lima Township, located about 15 miles west of Ann Arbor, MI, is a rural community with a population of over 4,000. The area is predominantly agricultural, characterized by farmlands, green spaces, and a serene atmosphere with gravel and dirt roads. Most home lots have a 5-acre minimum, offering privacy and space for additions like sheds and pole barns. The township features a mix of ranch-style homes with farmhouse accents around Fourmile Lake, millennial mansions in Jerusalem, and newer neo-traditional and colonial homes near Dexter and Chelsea. The Chelsea School District and Dexter Community School District, both highly rated, serve the western and eastern halves of the township, respectively. The Chelsea State Game Area, with nearly 1,000 acres of wilderness, and Baker Woods Preserve, featuring the Storybook Trail, are notable local attractions. The Border to Border Trail offers 42 miles of scenic pathways. While Lima Township lacks a commercial hub, residents can find dining options like Stivers in Chelsea and Jolly Pumpkin in Dexter, and shop at Polly's Country Market or Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor. Dexter hosts seasonal events such as the Summer Festival and Apple Daze. Interstate 94 provides easy access to Ann Arbor and Detroit, located 15 and 60 miles east, respectively.