Rochester Hills MI Homes & Real Estate

Rochester Hills is a city in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, the city had a total population of 76,300. It is the 14th-largest city in Michigan.

The area was first occupied by settlers of European descent in 1817, and organized as Avon Township in 1835. The City of Rochester incorporated in 1967, while the remaining area of Avon Township was incorporated and renamed the City of Rochester Hills in 1984. Considered a northern suburb of Metro Detroit, Rochester Hills is about 12 miles (19.3 km) north of Detroit.

Prior to European settlement, the area now known as Rochester Hills was inhabited by Native Americans, namely the Potawatomi. The Potawatomi depended on the area's abundant water sources, such as the Clinton River and Paint Creek, to grow crops, fish, and travel. They resided here until the 1807 Treaty of Detroit caused them, along with the OdawaWyandot, and Ojibwe peoples, to cede their land in Southeast Michigan.

The first European settler was James Graham who arrived in 1817. Graham and his family reached the area by following trails created by the Sauk Native Americans. Avon Township was organized in 1835. Rochester incorporated as a village within the township in 1869. The township adopted a charter in 1948 under the Home Rule Act. Also in 1948 a post office was established under the name of Brooklands for the area between Auburn Road and Hamlin Road just to the west of Dequindre Road.

In 1966, village residents voted to become the City of Rochester, effective in February 1967. As a result, Rochester residents no longer had to pay property taxes to the township, as it was now a separate municipality.

In 1967, Avon Township filed a petition to become a city. In January 1968, township voters approved the petition to move forward with seeking city status. Three proposed city charters were voted down by residents, the first in March 1969, the second in May 1970, and the third in September 1971. The city of Rochester then sought to annex all of the township, which was unanimously denied by the Michigan Boundary Commission. In 1972, petitions were filed to consolidate Avon Township and Rochester. In April 1974, the consolidation petition lost by 350 votes in the township, while passing by four votes in Rochester. In May 1974, Rochester's petition to annex 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2) of Avon Township was approved by the Michigan Boundary Commission, depriving Avon Township of its largest taxpayer. The township became Avon Charter Township in August 1978. Court challenges to the 1974 annexation continued until November 1981, when the township was ordered to surrender the annexed property. An impending annexation request from the City of Troy, due south, for 300 acres of southeast Avon Township brought the cityhood question to a crisis.

In May 1984, township voters approved a city charter. On November 20, 1984, Avon Township became the City of Rochester Hills. The name of the new city was put to a vote, with the other choice being "Avon Hills." The name "Rochester Hills" won by a landslide with voters, based on the area's historical ties to Rochester and the rolling hills in the area. Township Supervisor Earl E. Borden became the first mayor of Rochester Hills.

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Rochester Hills September 28, 2023
146
Listed
69
Avg. DOM
$246.58
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$444,450
Med. List Price
146 Properties
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Open 10/1
528 Misty Brook Rochester Hills,  MI 48307
$625,000
Neighborhood: Walnut Creek
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,644
Sq.Ft.
1997
Year Built
1
Day on Site
58050123415
MLS
**OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, 10/1, 1:00-4:00PM** Lovely split level in the heart of Rochester Hills with Rochester Community schools! All brick & vinyl siding allow for a maintenance free exterior. Home sits...
Open 9/30
3890 W South Blvd Rochester Hills,  MI 48309
$260,000
Neighborhood: Pon-Avon Farms
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,444
Sq.Ft.
1961
Year Built
2
Days on Site
20230082267
MLS
Welcome home to your Rochester Hills brick ranch that has been lovingly maintained throughout the years! Upon entering you will find a spacious family room with a wood-burning stove to keep cozy...
$215,000
Neighborhood: Woodgrove Of Avon Hills
3
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,539
Sq.Ft.
1974
Year Built
2
Days on Site
58050123340
MLS
Situated on a hard-to-find lot, this home offers the ultimate in privacy, with a picturesque tree-lined backdrop that will make every day feel like a retreat. This stunning end unit boasts a rare...
$235,000
Neighborhood: Suprvrs Plat Of Brooklands Park No 1
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,155
Sq.Ft.
1930
Year Built
2
Days on Site
20230082070
MLS
Charming bungalow located in desirable neighborhood in Rochester Hills. Home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, open concept living room with stone gas fireplace and much more. Kitchen...
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,907
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
3
Days on Site
20230082077
MLS
TO BE BUILT * Model home available to view! Welcome to Saddlebrook Orchards, where modern living meets the tranquility of a ranch-style home. Presented to you by DM Homes, this stunning brand new...
Open 10/1
6562 Orion Rochester Hills,  MI 48306
$354,900
Neighborhood: Avon Hills
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,989
Sq.Ft.
1973
Year Built
4
Days on Site
58050122983
MLS
Open House Sunday Oct 1st 1-4pm. Spectacular 2000 sq. ft. 3 Bedroom Brick Ranch with Master Full Bath, 1st Floor Laundry, Freshly Painted Basement, ALMOST 1/2 Acre 100 x 200 Lot, 2 1/2 Baths, Living...
$285,000
Neighborhood: Avon Manor Estates
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,300
Sq.Ft.
1956
Year Built
4
Days on Site
58050122982
MLS
3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home on a half acre lot in desirable Rochester Hills. Recently updated throughout. Newer furnace, A/C, water heater. Updated kitchen with granite. New driveway. Whole house...
Open 10/1
3586 Walnut Brook Rochester Hills,  MI 48309
$1,395,000
Neighborhood: Walnut Brook Estates Occpn 515
5
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
5,213
Sq.Ft.
1997
Year Built
4
Days on Site
20230081444
MLS
Welcome to 3586 Walnut Brook Drive in the prestigious gated community of Walnut Brook Estates of Rochester Hills. This is the home you have been waiting for all year. No details were missed in this...
Open 10/1
684 Shelley Dr Rochester Hills,  MI 48307
$485,000
Neighborhood: Heatherview Estates Sub
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,288
Sq.Ft.
1986
Year Built
4
Days on Site
20230081556
MLS
Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, open floor plan features 1st floor master suite w/vaulted ceilings, private bath, WIC, doorwall to large deck. Updated kitchen w/island & eating area. Dining area...
$180,000
Neighborhood: Oakwood Park Occpn 147
2
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,197
Sq.Ft.
1974
Year Built
6
Days on Site
20230081231
MLS
Beautifully updated top floor ranch unit overlooking a peaceful wooded preserve. The open and airy floor plan offers tons of natural light and modern laminate flooring throughout. The updated kitchen...
$370,000
Neighborhood: Edinshire Sub No 1
4
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,996
Sq.Ft.
1975
Year Built
7
Days on Site
20230081040
MLS
This home is waiting for your personal updating. It has been lovingly taken care of by the original owners. The floor plan is open and flowing. The family room doorwall takes you out to a wonderful...
$269,000
Neighborhood: Kings Cove Condo
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,647
Sq.Ft.
1974
Year Built
7
Days on Site
20230080967
MLS
Spectacular Rochester Hills Condo located in the desirable King's Cove Sub. Within steps from the gorgeous Paint Creek Trail, this condo has so much to offer the new owner. One of the largest sized...