Neighborhood in North Branch, Michigan
Lapeer County 48461
North Branch fuses an agrarian past with a modern identity. A small Michigan town located 76 miles from Detroit, tractor trailers and farm equipment can regularly be seen driving through town. Energized by a strong communal solidarity, small-town is the lifestyle of choice in North Branch Township.
Many of the residences in North Branch Township are three-bedroom ranch-styles built as early as the 1980s. They are often surrounded by acres of land that leave plenty of space for growing gardens or letting four-legged friends get their exercise. Homes in this area start at $429, 900 on the low end and run up to $500,000 on the higher end. Although the township doesn’t have a ton of highway access, it does have several connections for residents on the go. Michigan State Routes 24, 53 and 90 are connected to roads within the township.
There’s plenty of room for little ones to run around and play at North Branch Memorial Park with its playground and skate parks. For those who want to soak in even more of the great outdoors, Washakie Golf and RV Resort has several amenities for camping, golfing and more.
Lined along Huron Street, North Branch’s main thoroughfare, there are several small businesses dedicated to dishing good eats. North Branch Bar & Grill serves hometown favorites in a down-to-earth setting. The North Branch Bakery sells pastries, breads and donuts that are so popular they will often run out by noon. From April to October, TJ’s Ice Cream Cabin wows with dazzling desserts like hand-dipped ice creams, frozen custard and soft serve. Residents can shop for groceries at Kingsmill Market, which is a short 4-mile drive to Arcadia Township. Campbell’s Greenhouses is a great place for gardening and landscaping needs. Daniel Orr Sons Hardware prides its local fame with a cheeky front sign: “Your Great Great Grandfather Probably Traded at Orr’s.” Unique Boutique creates beautiful floral arrangements for every occasion.
Realtor Patty Clendenan of Realty Executives Main Street LLC says, “One of the biggest draws is to the North Branch School district. Even folks who live out of the area go there. They have great athletic and music programs.” Both North Branch Elementary and Ruth Fox Middle School earned B-ratings from Niche while North Branch High School, which offers both AP and STEM courses, received a B-rating.
Because there are several farms and plants within the area, the neighborhood likes to keep in touch with its roots. Farmer Day is an annual tradition that began during Spirit Week at North Branch High School and has since caught on with North Branch Elementary. Students dress up as farmers and drive their tractors to school, paying homage to the township’s agricultural identity. The ritual is a reminder of how North Branch’s agricultural identity stays strong as it moves through generations. It’s also easy to see how connected the community is through holiday festivities. The township celebrates July 4 and Christmas by rounding up lit-up vehicles and parading them through town. They show how North Branch Township is a collective, powered by the kind of friendly spirit that comes small-town life.
Douglas Ferrell
Realty Executives Main St LLC
(810) 644-1765
286 Total Sales
3 in North Branch Township
$29K - $272K Price Range
Carole Porretta
Coventry Realty LLC
(248) 985-7188
101 Total Sales
1 in North Branch Township
$1,045,000 Price
Amy Forti
Realty Volution.com
(810) 673-5751
115 Total Sales
2 in North Branch Township
$225K - $325K Price Range
Karen Luckett
Five Star Real Estate-Commerce
(810) 246-4385
102 Total Sales
2 in North Branch Township
$20K - $215K Price Range
Alia Belbeisi
RE/MAX Classic
(947) 282-2987
110 Total Sales
1 in North Branch Township
$150,000 Price
Troy Cordes
Realty Executives Main St LLC
(947) 217-6277
56 Total Sales
1 in North Branch Township
$425,000 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Branch Township | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in North Branch Township, North Branch sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in North Branch Township, North Branch over the last 12 months is $384,875, up 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$244,900
Explore this picturesque 33-acre property in the North Branch School District, offering over 2,000 feet of frontage on the tranquil Bottom Creek. Perfect for a variety of uses, the land includes a 30x36 Morton Barn with a brand-new cement floor, ready for storage, farming, or other projects. Previously utilized as a hobby farm, the property features former Christmas tree and blueberry plantings,
$219,000
Just renovated! The current owner has breathed some new life into this converted mobile home. Brand new steel roof and new vinyl siding on both the home and the garage! New vinyl plank flooring and new underlayment throughout. New kitchen cabinets and sink! Plumbing has been redone too. New paint and base moulding. Beautiful new cedar under the front covered porch and all new railing, decking,
Jennifer Fyke Cornerstone Real Estate Co LLC
$219,900
Cozy ranch in the country! Two gorgeous acres, 32 x 60 pole barn and this house! Custom hickory cabinets in the beautiful kitchen, first floor laundry and three bedrooms! incredible opportunity!
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Laidback country living seventy miles north of Detroit
Countryside lifestyle within commuting distance of larger cities
A quiet, rural lifestyle in southeastern Michigan
Rural farming community with friendly neighbors and beautiful landscaping
Rural township filled with agricultural and horse farms 60 miles from Detroit
Rural township comprised of small farms, trade businesses and lots of open spaces
