Erik Wright
Managing Broker & Founder
Milford is one of Oakland County’s most charming small towns: a walkable downtown on the Huron River, surrounded by thousands of acres of parkland, including Kensington Metropark and Proud Lake. Buyers choose Milford for outdoor living, a close-knit community and more land for the money than inner-ring suburbs. The trade-offs are a longer commute and fewer big-box conveniences in the village itself.
Milford at a glance
Village of Milford
- County: Oakland
- Median sale price (12 months): [MLS]
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- Typical homes: Historic homes, bungalows and colonials within walking distance of downtown
- School district: Huron Valley Schools
Milford Township
- County: Oakland
- Median sale price (12 months): [MLS]
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- Typical homes: Larger lots, acreage, newer subdivisions, some lake and river properties
- School district: Huron Valley Schools (verify by address)
Why people love living in Milford
A real small-town downtown
Main Street is lined with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and bars, and Central Park sits along the Huron River right off downtown. The annual Milford Memories Summer Festival draws crowds every August. Village details are at villageofmilford.org.
[Erik: link to your Milford downtown business spotlight video here.]
Unmatched outdoor access
- Kensington Metropark: More than 4,000 acres with Kent Lake, a beach, golf, a nature center, a farm center and an 8-mile paved loop trail. See Huron-Clinton Metroparks.
- Proud Lake Recreation Area: Trails, canoeing and fishing on the Huron River, managed by the Michigan DNR.
- Huron Valley Trail: Paved trail connecting Milford to Wixom and South Lyon.
- Huron River: Kayaking and fishing right through town.
Space for the money
Compared with Novi or Northville, Milford buyers often get larger lots, more privacy and more square footage at the same price, especially in Milford Township.
The trade-offs
- Commute: Plan on roughly 20–25 minutes to Novi and 45–60 minutes to downtown Detroit, depending on traffic.
- Limited inventory in the village. Homes within walking distance of downtown are in high demand.
- Well and septic in some areas. Many township properties aren’t on city water and sewer. Inspect both carefully.
Milford vs. nearby small towns
Milford is often compared with South Lyon and Brighton. Milford has the strongest outdoor recreation and river-town character; South Lyon has more new construction; Brighton offers lakes and a larger retail base. Read the full Brighton vs. South Lyon vs. Milford comparison or our South Lyon guide.
Buying or selling in Milford
Social House has spent time filming and selling in downtown Milford and the surrounding township. Search Milford homes for sale or find out what your Milford home is worth.
Milford, MI FAQ
Is Milford, Michigan a good place to live?
Yes. Milford offers a walkable small-town downtown, outstanding parks and trails, and more land for the money than many Oakland County suburbs. The main trade-off is a longer commute.
What county is Milford, MI in?
Milford is in western Oakland County.
What school district serves Milford, MI?
Most of the Milford area is served by Huron Valley Schools. Verify the district for each address.
What is there to do in Milford, MI?
Downtown dining and shopping, Kensington Metropark, Proud Lake Recreation Area, the Huron Valley Trail, river kayaking and the Milford Memories Summer Festival.
