Westland
Known as an all-American city, Westland rests 16 miles west of Detroit. This suburban community actually has an urban appearance and exudes hospitality and charm throughout. When you rent a Westland apartment, you’re near some great perks! Most of your shopping destinations are in the northern part of the city – this is where you’ll find the movie theater, conveniences, and restaurants! Commuters love this area a lot. Why? Because getting onto the highways is really easy with Interstate 96 and 275 at your fingertips. Empathy and humanity set this city apart as residents form tight-knit relationships with their neighbors. Adopting the “Compassionate Cities Movement,” residents of Westland remain committed to education, community outreach, and charitable contributions.
Canton Township
Canton’s recognition as one of the safest cities in Michigan is reason enough to move there. A strong focus on education, Canton is well on its way to becoming one of the fastest growing communities in the state. The area is ideal for families. It has a well-maintained park system which includes Independence Park and Heritage Park. Here, residents can bask in an afternoon of walking, watching their kids play sports, and bond over a picnic in the grass. Commuters have a short drive to and from the cities (yes, two cities!). Canton is just a few miles from the city limits of Ann Arbor and Detroit. When you live here, most of your conveniences are located along Ford Road, one of the main thoroughfares. Interstate 275 is close by so you can travel with ease!
Livonia
Located about 15 miles northwest of Downtown Detroit, Livonia provides a suburban setting only minutes from the city. Livonia was ranked one of the top cities for starting a business in 2018, and it was named one of the nation's hottest real estate markets in 2017. Part of the reason so many new residents are moving to Livonia has to do with its livability -- the city offers a variety of parks and hiking trails along with a strong economy and plenty of restaurants and nightlife. Livonia is home to several colleges and universities, including Madonna University and Schoolcraft Community College. Livonia has a comprehensive parks system and multiple golf courses. Golfers can choose from Whispering Willows Golf Course, Fox Creek Golf Course, and Idyl Wyld. Just outside the city, Maybury State Park provides 944 acres of forest and open green space. The park offers picnic areas, playgrounds, and Maybury Farm and is popular for bicycling, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, hiking, and fishing. Livonia offers a wide selection of shops, grocery stores, and restaurants scattered throughout the city. You'll find many along Jeffries Freeway and off I-96.
