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Rural life with rows of corn, soybeans and wheat
Salem Township is an area that most people may not even know they’ve driven through. This small township sits between rows of corn, soybeans, wheat and farms, with an occasional small cluster of homes appearing between the crops. The farms will rotate crops, typically on a yearly basis. “This is definitely a rural area,” says Terry Cwik, who has been the president of the Salem Area Historical Society since 2007. “It has the country feel, but in 30 minutes you can be in downtown Detroit.” Residents enjoy the country-feel with little through-traffic, even from larger agricultural vehicles, on a mixture of paved and gravel roads as well as a reliance on well water and septic tanks. Salem has a crime score of 1 on the CAP Index compared to the National Average of 4. Salem has no stoplights, but the Salem Bible Church sits in the middle as a landmark for residents. “Salem would be called a hamlet more than anything,” says Cwik. “It’s the seat of government and considered to be the more central area of the township.”
View of Salem neighborhood with large homes and farmland.
Salem is excellent for all creatures, including the important Honey Bee.
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Nature preserves and state parks to enjoy
While the hamlet of Salem has a small Veterans Park across the street from the township hall that includes a gazebo, memorial and walking path, there are no traditional parks within the township. “There are some nature preserves nearby,” says Cwik. “As well as some golf courses and equestrian centers.” The Creekshead Nature Preserve, 3 miles south of Salem, is 27 acres and has a beech-maple-basswood Forest where residents can call for frogs along the half-mile trail and watch for the seasonal creek. Maybury State Park, about 4 and a half miles north from the hamlet, has trails for hikers and horseback riders through the 1,000 acres. The state park also a pond for fishing. In the southern portion of Salem, the Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center has 3 courses on the 500 acres along with an indoor performance center with simulators.
Salem Veterans Park is dedicated to those who served in the Armed Forces from the Salem area.
Maybury State Park has many biking trails for locals to enjoy.
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Generational farmhouses with a few custom-builds
Salem homes often consist of various farmhouses, with a few Cape Cod’s and Colonial Revival within the township as well. There is a manufactured home neighborhood to the north, the Northville Crossing, with prices beginning around $140,000 and reaching $290,000. There are some custom-built homes scattered throughout the area, and homes within Wilderness Ponds can begin around $760,000 and reach $1.9 million. There is some land for sale within the township, with prices varying depending on how much land the property contains. Less than an acre can begin at around $75,000, while over 160 acres can cost $3.4 million. Homes within the Salem hamlet, typically ranch-style, Cape Cod or farm homes, generally cost about $180,000 and $350,000. “Some people have smaller farms on their land, like for raising chickens and growing fruits and vegetable gardens, small things for their homes,” says Cwik. “And most of the farms are family-owned.” Most homes are set further back from the road, hidden behind mature trees and rows of crops, and are generational homes with new homes rarely built.
A wide array of architectural styles can be found in Salem.
Northville Crossing is located in the Salem neighborhood.
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South Lyon schools and one elementary school within the hamlet
Most of the area is covered by South Lyon Community Schools, but a portion within the southeastern section attend Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. The majority of students start at Salem Elementary School, which receives a B from Niche and is located within the hamlet, for kindergarten through fifth grade. Students can then attend Millennium Middle in South Lyon for sixth through eighth grade and South Lyon East High for ninth through twelfth grade and participate in Advanced Placement courses. Both schools receive an A-minus from Niche.
Students are challenged to excel at Salem Elementary School in Salem.
Students can easily walk or bike to South Lyon East High School.
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Interstate and highway to the south
There is no public transportation in Salem, but M-14, a Michigan east-west highway, is to the south and connects to Interstate 96. I-96 begins in Muskegon to the west and ends in Detroit to the east.
Farm family activities in the fall
In the fall, Three Cedar Farms has pumpkin picking and apple cider along with a corn maze. At Obstbaum Orchards, residents can pick apples and enjoy freshly pressed cider. There are also a few golf courses in the township, including Salem Hills Golf Club where children can participate in the Junior Golf Camp for either half a day or full day.
Salem Hills Golf Club is one of many courses in the township.
Three Cedars Farm Donut Hut is a great place to eat in the fall in Salem.
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Traveling to markets, convenience stores and restaurants in South Lyon
While most shopping will be done in South Lyon or Northville, there are three grocery and convenience stores at the corners of the area. The Corner General Store is at the intersection of 7 Mile Road and Pontiac Trail, Edith’s Market is at the intersection of Pontiac Trail and North Territorial Road and finally Country Fair Market is along 7 Mile Road closer to Chubb Road. For gardening supplies, Willow Greenhouse is open seven days a week. In the south of the neighborhood, Karl’s Cabin Restaurant and Banquets reopened in November 2023 after a fire broke out in February of 2023, selling American fare like bison burgers. South Lyon is home to a Kroger, while 12 miles east, Novi has a Walmart Supercenter.
Country Fair Market is a hot spot all day long in the Salem neighborhood.
Karl's Cabin is a favorite spot in the Salem neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Volunteer Park
Northville Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Soccer
McHattie Park
German Park
Paul F. Baker Memorial Park
Maybury State Park
Bike Trails
Camping
Fishing
ITC Community Sports Park
Salem Township Farm Preserve
Salem Veterans Park
Transit
Airport
Detroit Metro Wayne County
42 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Salem Township
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Salem Township, Ann Arbor sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Salem Township, Ann Arbor over the last 12 months is $768,337, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Don't miss this remarkable ranch property on 10 acres in Salem Township. The large living room includes a gas fireplace and a big front window letting in an abundance of natural light, leading to the eat-in kitchen with a new stove and plenty of storage. Freshly painted and new flooring throughout, this home has 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a half bathroom. The spacious basement provides
Welcome to this beautiful newer construction (2022) 3 Bedroom, 3.5 bath spacious brick ranch boasting 9ft ceiling throughout. The home is nestled on a serene and private 2+ acre wooded lot, where the deer and other wildlife abound! Hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, complimented by soothing neutral tones and a modern, well-appointed interior. The kitchen boasts a large granite
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,535
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,076
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,677
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.1%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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