Rochester Hills

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Rochester Hills, MI

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Quiet suburban living on the north side of Detroit.

Suburb Commuter Affordable

Rochester Hills is a fairly large suburban community roughly forty minutes north of Detroit. The city enjoys an exceptionally low crime rate, and the public schools earn excellent ratings. Large nature preserves like Bloomer Park give residents ample opportunities for sports, hiking, and biking. Oakland University on the west side of town is also full of great venues for folks to get outside and enjoy some fresh air, including Sharf Golf Course and Meadow Brook Amphitheatre. The close proximity to Detroit makes it easy for folks to get into the larger city for work or leisure.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Rochester Hills, MI is $1,189 for a studio, $1,382 for one bedroom, $1,683 for two bedrooms, and $2,196 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rochester Hills has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,382/month
808 Sq Ft
House
$2,971/month
1,733 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,802/month
1,237 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

North Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

503 Students

9
out of 10

Meadow Brook Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

396 Students

9
out of 10

Long Meadow Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

571 Students

8
out of 10

Hampton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

517 Students

8
out of 10

Brooklands Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

488 Students

7
out of 10

Rochester Adams High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,534 Students

10
out of 10

Stoney Creek High School

Public

Grades 6-12

1,524 Students

10
out of 10

Van Hoosen Middle School

Public

Grades 6-12

864 Students

10
out of 10

Rochester High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,690 Students

9
out of 10

Hart Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 6-12

1,032 Students

8
out of 10

Rochester Adams High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,534 Students

10
out of 10

Stoney Creek High School

Public

Grades 6-12

1,524 Students

10
out of 10

Van Hoosen Middle School

Public

Grades 6-12

864 Students

10
out of 10

Rochester High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,690 Students

9
out of 10

Hart Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 6-12

1,032 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
  • Meadow Brook
  • Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm
  • Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center
  • Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center

Airports

  • Detroit Metro Wayne County

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