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A charming small town just 10 miles from Ann Arbor
Picture all the small-town charm, local eateries, walkable downtown streets, kayaking waterways and bicycle trails of Ann Arbor at a slower pace of life and there’s Dexter. The community of Dexter is easily within commuting distance of Ann Arbor’s busy downtown and the University of Michigan, but far enough away to enjoy both breathing room from the bustle and lower average home prices. “It’s a pretty rural area,” says Realtor Tammy Lehman with Lehman and Scheffler Real Estate Services. “But there’s still local activities and its close to Ann Arbor.”
A historic downtown with beloved local businesses
Dexter’s downtown is easy to explore and easy to love. Historic storefronts and red brick sidewalks still greet locals and visitors who frequent local shops and convenience stores, from sporting goods legend The Painted Trout to Busch’s Fresh Food Market. Residents can ask for an outdoor table at Dexter Riverview Café to greet their neighbors as they enjoy a leisurely brunch. At Dexter Pub, residents can sample their favorite brews and a classic pub menu, from generous burgers to smoked brisket. Another local favorite is The Encore Musical Theatre Company, an award-winning professional theater that draws crowds from the surrounding area. Jenny’s Farm Stand and Cider Mill brings fall-time memories and petting zoo excitement to the edge of the Dexter city limits. The community gathers for several annual festivals and events, including Dexter Daze, a summertime celebration that fills downtown Dexter with live music, children’s events and fireworks.
The Dexter Creamery offers a variety of soft-serve flavors with over 70 toppings.
A Dexter favorite is the award-winning professional theater Encore Musical Theatre Company.
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Established homes, contemporary developments and spacious farmland
Downtown streets of beautiful Victorian homes are just blocks away from ranch-style houses and split-levels in cul-de-sac communities, with home prices starting around $200,000. Head toward Ann Arbor to find newer developments of Millennial Mansions and other spacious houses, with prices up to $850,000. Classic Michigan farmland and forested acres surround secluded homes, from simple farmhouses to stunning custom estates with acreage to enjoy the rural setting.
Beautiful vintage Victorian buildings are just blocks away from Downtown Dexter.
Spacious houses bring modern convenience to Dexter living with prices up to $850,000.
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Dexter Community School District serves families
Students start their education at Dexter Early Learning Complex before attending Wylie Elementary for grades three through four. Grades five through six attend Creekside Intermediate. Both schools earned an overall A-minus on Niche. Mill Creek Middle is where students go for grades seven through eight and the school scored an overall A on Niche. High schoolers attend Dexter High, which also earned an overall A. Students can explore dual enrollment, early middle college or career and technical education programs before graduation.
Wylie Elementary has been part of Dexter's Community Schools program since 1964.
Creekside Intermediate pairs Language, Science and Social Studies with robust creative programs.
Dexter High School has earned an ‘A’ rating from Niche.
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A cycling enthusiast's playground
Whether residents are hiking, cycling, kayaking or just enjoying the outdoors, Mill Creek Park is a great place to start. The riverside recreation area not only has a kayak launch and peaceful views, but it is on the Border-to-Border Trail, a 35-mile bicycle pathway that can take you past Ann Arbor to Ypsilanti. Residents can follow the trail and the Huron River north to find the Hudson Mills Metropark Golf Course, a favorite for local golf enthusiasts since 1989.
The Border to Border Trail
follows the Huron River to connect Dexter to Chelsea and Ann Arbor.
Hudson Mills Golf Course opened in Dexter in 1989 as a challenging course with affordable rates.
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Commuting from Dexter
Residents can easily connect to Ann Arbor via Dexter-Ann Arbor Road. The city is about 8 miles from Dexter and is home to more dining, retail, entertainment and major employers. Residents working in Detroit are about 50 miles away, or about an hour’s drive. When residents want to commute outside the area, the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 35 miles away. With its easy access to Ann Arbor and beyond, Dexter offers quiet respite just a few miles from the big city.
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On average, homes in Dexter, MI sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dexter, MI over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Flawless in design, magnificent in scale, and perfectly positioned on two breathtaking acres, this stunning estate is a masterclass in elegance, comfort, and modern sophistication. The grounds are a work of art, with professionally designed landscaping that frames the home and leads to the crown jewel: a secluded, resort style backyard featuring an inground heated pool, hot tub, waterfall, and
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