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Elba Township

Elba Township

Neighborhood in Lapeer, Michigan

Lapeer County 48446

$343,805 Average Value
$208 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

In the middle of Michigan’s thumb sits Lapeer County. Zoom into the county’s southwest corner and you’ll find quiet and pristine Elba Township. Since its founding in 1838, this small community has treasured its lakeside and farmland vistas. “Country living and wide open spacing” is what draws folks to move to Elba Township, states Doug Ferrell from Lapeer Realty, voted Lapeer County’s Best of the Best Realtor for 10 years running.

Sparsely placed among the forests and fields are ranch-style homes, neocolonials and farmhouses, all built in different decades. Brick homes and stone accents are common, and may include a garage, fireplace, basement or all three. Estimated home values in Elba Township are about $150,000 lower than the U.S. average. You can get a four-bed/three-bath home on 13 acres for about $270,000. Most homes sell between $140,000 and $320,000, but you may come across a $48,000 two-bed/one-bath on a wooded lot or a $2.5 million lakefront home. Whether you opt for a lakefront or landlocked property, homeowners enjoy nature and the privacy of their own space.

In addition to the allure of the land, Realtor Doug Ferrell reveals, “Another big draw of moving here is Chatfield School. There’s a long list of people trying to get in. It’s small and hands-on with a naturalist curriculum style.” For example, students grow wheat and make their own flour for homemade pizza crust. Chatfield also has a new high-end, self-sustaining building with solar paneling. This public charter school is the No. 1 Best Public Elementary School in the Flint Area according to Niche, with an overall A grade. It teaches kindergarten through eighth grade. Davison High School partners with Mott Community College to teach classes such as accounting and automotive technology. It teaches ninth through twelfth grade and earns a B on Niche. A popular choice for homeschooling families, Lapeer Virtual Partnership offers tuition-free virtual classes for kindergarten through Grade 12 students of any academic background.

In addition to the great schools, “More and more people are moving here to avoid the bustle of Rochester and Sterling Heights,” says Ferrell. Working folks who commute to city centers should know that Elba Township is car-dependent; there is no public transport. Interstate 69 connects Elba Township to the neighboring towns of Lapeer and Davison, as well as to Flint, a larger city 15 miles away. In Lapeer, shop for groceries at Kroger, catch a train at the Amtrak station and get great deals at Walmart.

Newly upgraded Elba Township Park includes a fitness playground for both adult and youth adult recreation. Residents enjoy a public boat ramp at Lake Nepessing. Family-run since 1880, Hilltop Campground has all the amenities you need for a weekend on the lake. Head to the beloved Lake Inn for its live music, hearty menu and lake views. Planning a party? Lake Nepessing Golfland has a miniature golf course, a driving range, go-karts and ice cream. Plus, dog parks are just 7-8 miles away in both Davison and Lapeer. Elba Township offers plenty of outdoor recreation, convenient commuting, excellent schools and a peaceful lifestyle for its community of 5,500.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bishop International

39 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Elba Township US
Homicide 2 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

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$325,000
Median Single Family Price
$340,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Months of Supply
3.30
Median List Price
$369,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
933
Median Year Built
2003
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,043
Above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
91,476

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    2780 Naples Ct, Lapeer, MI 48446

    $203,250

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,568 Sq Ft
    • 2780 Naples Ct

    Stunning! This Brand New 3 bedroom with 2 Full bathroom home has never been lived in. Be the first to own it and move in. The home includes all stainless steel appliances. Additional features are central air, outside sprinkler systems feed by the lakes and brand new sod lawn with an Attached 2 car garage. Home is located in a community, so there are no property taxes to pay but there is a lot

    Louis Bitto USA #1 Realty LLC

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 3pm

    5308 Hammond Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446

    $320,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft
    • 5308 Hammond Rd
    • New 3 days ago

    Stunning Updated Cape Cod on One Acre in Lapeer!Welcome to your dream country retreat! This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home perfectly combines charm and modern convenience — all just minutes from I-69 via Elba Road for an easy commute.Step inside to discover two luxurious primary suites, including a main-floor primary suite, completely gutted and renovated in 2022, that is a

    Merrie Johnson Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Est

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  • Thursday, May 1
    4 - 6pm

    4089 Hunt Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446

    $100,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,000 Sq Ft
    • 4089 Hunt Rd
    • New 10 days ago

    Charming Lake Nepessing Waterfront Ranch with 100' of Frontage This home is being offered for sale at public online auction. This is not a foreclosure or tax sale. The sales price will be determined through the transparent online bidding process. The price listed is just a placeholder. Please visit the online auction to see the current bid price. Inspectors are welcome at either of the 2

    Bradley Stoecker EPIC AUCTIONS AND ESTATE SALES LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,320
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$86,111
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$108,495

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
56.4%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
39''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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