Springfield Township offers a peaceful retreat on the edge of Metro Detroit
About halfway between Detroit and Flint on Interstate 75, homebuyers can find a slice of the Michigan countryside in Springfield Township. “It’s absolutely what we were looking for when we moved here 25 years ago. Right now, I’m sitting on my deck, and all I can see are 50-foot evergreens and the lake,” says Lynn Avey, an associate broker with Berkshire Hathaway Michigan Real Estate. “I can get to Detroit in 35 minutes, and I can get to Flint in 20. You’re going to find a bigger piece of property and a bigger house out here, so adding that extra 10-15 minutes is a real plus.” The expansive community is mainly rural, with a few subdivisions scattered throughout. Besides the main roads, the area has very few paved streets, adding to the countryside atmosphere. Buyers can find quiet homes on ponds and lakes, offering a peaceful location while still being within Metro Detroit.
Rural Michigan homes sit on large, tree-covered lots
Springfield Township features a mix of housing styles, including New Traditional, Craftsman and ranch-style homes. They are often on lots that are at least a half-acre. The largest properties in the area can be anywhere from 20 to 50 acres. The community has lots of greenery, with tall pines and oak trees towering over the streets. Due to its rural nature, many properties have well and septic systems. The median sales price is around $460,000.
Expansive parks and natural areas offer plenty of room for outdoor fun
Large parks and natural areas offer lots of recreation options in Springfield Township. Indian Springs Metropark has over 2,000 acres to explore, including a par-71 golf course, several miles of hiking and biking trails and a splash pad. The park also has equestrian trails and is popular in the winter for cross-country skiing and sledding. Shiawassee Basin Preserve Park is another recreation site home to the Springfield Township Library. “We have the greatest, nicest library, and behind it are walking trails at the Shiawassee River Basin. My dog and I take advantage of that a lot,” Avey says. Other local golf courses like Shepherd’s Hollow and Springfield Oaks are open to the public.
Communitywide events at Springfield Oaks County Park
Springfield Oaks County Park hosts several events throughout the year, including the Oakland County Fair. Held in July, the fair includes livestock shows, pig races, live music and carnival rides. The Davisburg Antique Festival takes place in October and features hundreds of vendors selling a wide variety of antiques, plus food and entertainment.
Shopping and dining in the township and neighboring communities
While Springfield Township is mostly rural, some shopping and dining options exist along Dixie Highway. Springfield Inn Bar & Grill serves classic pub fare like burgers and sandwiches alongside an extensive beer list. Jimmy John’s and McDonald’s are a few chains in the area. Kroger is near the intersection of Dixie Avenue and Davisburg Road. The nearby village of Clarkston has a few additional places to grab a bite, including barbecue at Union Woodshop or Latin street food at Honcho. For more shopping, Avey says residents can head to Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, about 11 miles southeast.
Three school districts serve parts of the township
Three school districts cover parts of Springfield Township. Clarkston Community Schools serves most of the east side and earns an A-minus from Niche. Holly Area Schools serves the west side and gets a B-minus. Brandon Community Schools covers a small area in the northeastern township and receives a B rating. Students at Holly High School can participate in its award-winning band program, while Clarkston High School offers International Baccalaureate and STEAM programs.
I-75 provides commutes throughout Southeast Michigan
Interstate 75 is the main highway in the area, leading about 44 miles south to Detroit or 26 miles north to Flint. The city of Pontiac is also nearby, about 13 miles away, via Dixie Highway. Pontiac General Hospital is the closest medical center to the community. Bishop International Airport is about 25 miles away in Flint.
Written By
Matthew Atkins
