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Juliet Jozwick
Responds Quickly
Max Broock, REALTORS®-Bloomfield Hills
(947) 500-2256
40 Total Sales
1 in Sylvan Lake
$316,000 Price
Sylvan Lake
Located in Oakland County
Between Detroit and Flint sits Sylvan Lake, a small community of less than 1,700 neighbors who all live within about a mile of its sparkling namesake lake. In 1818, an expedition led by Reverend John Monteith deemed this lake the most beautiful in the area. Before long, a summer hotel was built and a village sprouted around it. With its custom homes lining the lakeshore and willow branches blowing in the breeze, it’s no wonder that Sylvan Lake calls itself The Prettiest Little City in the State of Michigan.
The lake invites all kinds of recreation, from catching largemouth bass, to swimming and boating. Residents may dock at the members-only Oakland County Boat Club marina, on their own private dock, or get on the waiting list for one of the city’s 166 docking spaces. Park and beach access, including dock and athletic court usage, requires a yearly fee between $10 and $50. Parks are residents-only: Lakeview Park includes a boat launch and a place to picnic; Ferndale Park includes a sandy beach and a playground. And while dogs are not allowed at the beach, they can freely swim in the kayak area and by the boat ramp. Potential home buyers should also note that Sylvan Lake has a two-dog limit per household.
Though the avid kayakers and paddleboarders can make Sylvan Lake seem like a weekend getaway spot, don’t let them fool you: “It is a four-season, year-round community,” says Cyndi Cooper-Bunna, 21-year employee and Manager at Oakland County Boat Club. Residents-only Sylvan Lake Community Center hosts daily social events like a knitting group and game nights. All ages enjoy walking the 16-mile Clinton River Trail, which links Sylvan Lake to other suburbs across Oakland County. When it comes to eating out, locals love breakfast at Ellen’s Bakery & Café and fine evening dining at Sylvan Table. Highway 24 connects Sylvan Lake to Costco for groceries and Menards for home improvement supplies.
In this community, “There isn’t a huge amount of turnover,” says Cooper-Bunna. “People who live here don’t want to leave.” In addition to having 24/7 police protection, this neighborhood takes care of one another: thanks to a Community Development Block Grant, qualifying seniors receive free seasonal yard services. Yards are spacious and include several tall, leafy trees. Remodeled neocolonials, Tudor revivals, midcentury split-levels, contemporary builds and ranch-style homes start at $164,000 and go to $1.5 million for a lakefront property with a private dock. However, most Sylvan Lake homes have an estimated home value of $375,000 and an average of three bedrooms.
Most Sylvan Lake students attend Pontiac School District, which recently accepted a $147 million bond for district-wide improvements. The district includes Whitman Elementary, Pontiac Middle, and Pontiac High, which all score a C-minus on Niche. Students living on the west side of Sylvan Lake attend Roosevelt Elementary, West Bloomfield Middle, and West Bloomfield High, all of which earn an A on Niche.
From the lake’s azure waters to its well-maintained outdoor recreation areas, Sylvan Lake invites its year-round residents to admire nature’s beauty.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Juliet Jozwick
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Alex Nugent
Alex Nugent
Responds QuicklyReal Estate One-Troy
(586) 685-7456
199 Total Sales
2 in Sylvan Lake
$490K - $1.7M Price Range
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Andrew Hargreaves
Andrew Hargreaves
Responds QuicklyPrime + Property
(734) 292-8529
335 Total Sales
1 in Sylvan Lake
$450,000 Price
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Dan Gutfreund
Dan Gutfreund
Responds QuicklySignature Sotheby's International Realty Bham
(947) 222-4211
254 Total Sales
3 in Sylvan Lake
$325K - $500K Price Range
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Lanie Hardy Cosgrove
Lanie Hardy Cosgrove
Responds QuicklyKW Domain
(248) 988-9324
333 Total Sales
2 in Sylvan Lake
$355K - $850K Price Range
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Janine Toundaian
Janine Toundaian
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Professionals Birm
(248) 971-7016
77 Total Sales
1 in Sylvan Lake
$279,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Sylvan Lake Housing Trends
On average, homes in Sylvan Lake, MI sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Sylvan Lake, MI over the last 12 months is $352,450, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Sale Price
$352,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$379,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Months of Supply
2.70
Homes for Sale
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$429,900
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,853 Sq Ft
- 2419 Avondale St W
- New 2 days ago
You will be amazed when you enter into this meticulously maintained brick home located in the "Prettiest Little City"! The sellers pride of ownership is apparent. Beautiful brick paver courtyard welcomes you into this mid-century modern feel. Hardwood floors throughout, with an abundance of windows bringing the outside in, offering an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Updated windows,
Jan Hays Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham
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Homes for Rent
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$2,300 per month
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,144 Sq Ft
- 1921 Beverly St
- Sylvan Lake, MI
Charming and well-maintained bungalow for lease with Sylvan Lake privileges! This charming home boasts a bright and airy atmosphere coming its large newer picture window in the living room which seamlessly flows to the kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of two bedrooms on the first floor, accompanied by a recently remodeled full bath. Upstairs you will find two more bedrooms with ample closet space,
Anita Boyajian Coldwell Banker Professionals Birm
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$1,025 - $1,313 per month
- Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI
- 1-2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 800+ Sq Ft
- 2510 Woodrow Wilson Blvd
- West Bloomfield, MI
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Sylvan Lake Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,556
Median Age
54
Population under 18
14%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$104,006
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$143,781
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.9%
College Graduates
56.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
31''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
