Independence Township continues to rank among Oakland County’s premier luxury suburban communities, attracting executives, relocating families, physicians, and professionals searching for upscale living, highly rated schools, and scenic natural surroundings near Metro Detroit. Home to the highly desirable Clarkston area, Independence Township offers buyers a blend of luxury estates, lakefront homes, golf course communities, executive neighborhoods, and upscale new construction developments surrounded by rolling hills, wooded landscapes, and beautiful lakes. Buyers searching for Independence Township homes for sale are often drawn to the area’s spacious homesites, custom-built residences, ranch homes, waterfront properties, and family-friendly neighborhoods that provide both privacy and long-term investment value. The township is especially attractive for buyers who want convenient access to shopping centers, restaurants, healthcare systems, and major commuting routes including I-75 while maintaining a quieter upscale suburban lifestyle. Families highly value the award-winning Clarkston Community Schools district, parks, sports programs, and strong community atmosphere that continue driving buyer demand throughout the area. Residents also enjoy nearby golf courses, boating, hiking trails, and downtown Clarkston’s vibrant dining and entertainment scene, making the township highly desirable for active lifestyles and luxury living. Whether buyers are searching for a luxury executive estate, waterfront retreat, investment property, golf course home, or upscale family neighborhood, Independence Township continues to stand out as one of Southeast Michigan’s strongest luxury real estate markets for lifestyle, recreation, and long-term investment growth.
Independence Twp Listings Summary
Independence Twp - Town
vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Independence Twp: $434,200
/ County Avg
$633,600
69%
Avg Taxes in Independence Twp: $7,600
/ County Avg
$7,200
106%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Independence Twp: 3,051
/ County
Avg 2,621
116%
Avg Price per/sqft in Independence Twp:$142
/ County Avg $242
59%
Avg Walkscore in Independence Twp: 42
/ County Avg 32
129%
Avg Year Built in Independence Twp: 1991
/ County Avg 1977
101%
Avg Days on Website in Independence Twp: 106
/ County Avg 65
163%
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