Rochester MI Homes & Real Estate

Rochester is a city in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 12,711 at the 2010 census. It is a northern suburb in Metro Detroit located 20 miles north of the city of Detroit.

Rochester was the first European settlement in Oakland County when it was founded in 1818. It became part of the Avon Township in 1835 and incorporated as an autonomous city in 1967. It is mostly surrounded by the city of Rochester Hills and also borders Shelby Township to the east.

The city has the following neighborhoods:

The first settlers in what would become Rochester, the Graham family, built a log cabin in 1817. The cabin was located on present-day 3rd St., just west of Main. The city was named for Rochester, New York, just like Rochester, Minnesota, as many early settlers to the area were formerly from the state of New York.

The city became an industrial center with abundant water power from the Clinton River and Paint Creek. The interconnected waterways are no longer used for travel or local industry, but provide natural beauty, some fishing, and a healthy portion of the Clinton Watershed. Historically, past industries formerly located in Rochester included a refinery for sugar beets, a paper products company, and the Western Knitting Mills factory, which was later adapted and utilized during World War II for incendiary production—businesses that no longer exist in the area. Rochester was served by two railroads as well as the Detroit United Railway, an interurban to Royal Oak and Detroit.

Chapman Mill Pond, east of downtown, disappeared into the Paint Creek when the dam broke during the flood of 1946. The reclaimed land is the site of the current post office, Rochester Hills library, and Olde Towne Road. Water Street, formerly situated at the edge of the large pond, remains by its name a reminder of the pond's former existence.

Michigan became the 26th state in 1837, and the Village of Rochester was formed on April 12, 1869, within the boundaries of Avon Township. By 1895, Rochester's population was 900. The village became the city of Rochester in 1967, breaking away from Avon Township. Avon Township became the City of Rochester Hills in 1984, following a long court battle, where the city of Rochester annexed 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2) of Avon Township's land. It more than doubled the city of Rochester's size.

This list includes people from the area (Rochester Hills, Rochester, and Oakland Township) (48306, 48307, 48309, 48363)

 

Included below are homes for sale and real estate in Rochester, MI.

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Rochester June 1, 2023
13
Listed
65
Avg. DOM
$358.58
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$759,000
Med. List Price
13 Properties
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$269,900
Neighborhood: Parkdale Heights
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,064
Sq.Ft.
1935
Year Built
1
Day on Site
20230034522
MLS
Perfectly located on a quiet street within walking distance to downtown Rochester! Nice Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath bungalow. Spacious kitchen which leads to outdoor deck! Partially finished...
$1,499,900
Neighborhood: Residence At Royal Park Occpn 2207
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,231
Sq.Ft.
2017
Year Built
7
Days on Site
20230038376
MLS
Indulge in the epitome of luxury living with this stunning fully furnished executive condo, seamlessly connected to the esteemed Royal Park Hotel. Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious blend of...
Open 6/4
347 Highland Ave Rochester,  MI 48307
$420,000
Neighborhood: Hillcrest-Rochester
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,596
Sq.Ft.
1929
Year Built
10
Days on Site
61050109894
MLS
Beautiful 4 bed/2 bath home with lots of original character walking distance from downtown.
$850,000
Neighborhood: Hill Crest No 2
3
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,550
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
11
Days on Site
20230039627
MLS
QUALITY, FUNCTION & SOPHISTICATED STYLE combine in this MODERN FARMHOUSE nestled on one of the prettiest streets in all of DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER! Designed with thoughtful attention to every detail,...
Open 6/4
314 W 4th  St Rochester,  MI 48307
$892,000
Neighborhood: Suprvrs Plat No 4 - Vlg Of Roch
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,712
Sq.Ft.
1925
Year Built
22
Days on Site
20230036686
MLS
A most incredible Historic home built in 1907 Downtown Rochester. 3 block walk to downtown. Great access to Trails and Park. Exquisite wood work, trim, coved plaster and premium door hardware. While...
Open 6/4
204 Charles Rd Rochester,  MI 48307
$673,000
Neighborhood: Oak Bluff Sub
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,299
Sq.Ft.
1955
Year Built
22
Days on Site
20230032740
MLS
Your opportunity to INDULGE in a piece of the Downtown Rochester pie is here. This CHARMING, FULLY UPDATED FIRST-FLOOR primary suite home is ready for you to move right in. You will not want to leave...
$925,000
Neighborhood: Residence At Royal Park Occpn 2207
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,720
Sq.Ft.
2019
Year Built
23
Days on Site
20230036220
MLS
Location! Location! Location! The Residence At Royal Park Luxury Condominiums are Located in Downtown Rochester and Situated Alongside of the Royal Park Hotel. The Ground Level Unit Overlooks Paint...
Open 6/4
1672 Stony Creek Dr Rochester,  MI 48307
$639,900
Neighborhood: Stony Pointe Sub
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
3,382
Sq.Ft.
1989
Year Built
24
Days on Site
20230032035
MLS
Welcome to your dream home in the highly sought-after, exclusive neighborhood of Stony Pointe Sub. This stunning 4 bedroom, 3.1 bath, home with finished basement, flex room and 3 fireplaces home...
$445,000
Neighborhood: Copper Creek Village Occpn 1016
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,916
Sq.Ft.
1997
Year Built
25
Days on Site
20230034396
MLS
Price adjustment! Looking to retire or downsize in Rochester? Copper Creek Village has just the right spot for you! Check out this great condition, open concept, 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath ranch home with...
$1,089,000
Neighborhood: Pine Knoll Estates Condo Occpn 2055
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,989
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
28
Days on Site
58050107941
MLS
IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY in this 2023 new construction Colonial walking distance to Main ST in Downtown Rochester! Craftsman Design w/covered Trex front entry porch & Thermatru Front door. Enter into 2...
Open 6/3
4856 Freer St Rochester,  MI 48306
$450,000
Neighborhood: Silver Bell Hills Sub
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,122
Sq.Ft.
1968
Year Built
64
Days on Site
20230023393
MLS
Magnificent Mid-Century modern ranch that sits a top of a hill with breathtaking bluff views and just minutes from downtown Rochester. This one-acre parcel, perfect for all your outdoor wants and...
$759,000
Neighborhood: Residence At Royal Park Occpn 2207
1
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,415
Sq.Ft.
2019
Year Built
108
Days on Site
20230011087
MLS
SALUTE TO THIS BEAUTIFUL EXCLUSIVE ROYAL PARK CONDOMINIUM LOCATED DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER, NESTLED ALONGSIDE TRANQUIL PAINT CREEK W/WALKING & BIKING TRAILS AND JUST A SHORT WALK TO THE WARM AND INVITING...