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All About

Living in Wixom, MI

Easy access to major highways, great housing options and excellent opportunities for recreation, make Wixom a great place to call home. And, as a contender for CNN Money's Best Places to Live in 2007, why wouldn't you have a desire to search for Wixom apartments.

Located on the outskirts of the Detroit metro area, Wixom offers a variety of outdoor activities to experience all year long. You don't have to stay cooped up in your Wixom apartment during the winter months; enjoy cross country skiing, snowmobiling and ice skating at the Proud Lake Recreation Area and Kensington Metropark. And, then in the summer months take advantage of the water by canoeing, fishing and boating, or camp out and hike the trails of Proud Lake.

Wixom hasn't always had a beautiful downtown district, but with a little planning and revitalization, the Village Center area of Wixom is a quaint town center with shops, restaurants and housing options. Finding Wixom apartments in this area of town will allow you to walk to everyday conveniences. Also located near the Village Center area is the Farmers Market at Pontiac Trail and Old Wixom Road. Shop locally made and grown produce, products and flowers to take back to your Wixom apartment.

If you are a sociable person or are new to Wixom apartments and want to meet your neighbors, the city offers several great programs and classes that every age can enjoy. Adults can get involved in Fitness Classes and Dance while programs are available for seniors in arts, crafts, games and exercise. And, of course there is something for the kids including youth leagues, summer camps and art classes.

Apartments in Wixom offer residents an active lifestyle that includes recreation, parks, lakes and more. So, if you are ready to search for Wixom apartments, use ApartmentGuide.com to help you find a great place to call home in the northern Detroit metro area.

Who Lives Here

Wixom Demographics

Education

High School

16%

Associate's

22%

Bachelor's

20%

Master's

7%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

42%

3 people

34%

4 people

15%

5 people

6%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

46%

50-100k

25%

100-150k

14%

150-200k

9%

200k+

6%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

12%

20-45

38%

45-65

27%

65+

11%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Wixom?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23-$1299$1458-
Aug '23-$1298$1458-
Jul '23-$1302$1490-
Jun '23-$1258$1513-
May '23-$1270$1503-
Apr '23-$1278$1425-
Mar '23-$1140$1309-
Feb '23-$1140$1346-
Jan '23-$1107$1327-
Dec '22-$1087$1314-
Nov '22-$1078$1321-
Oct '22-$1067$1293-
Sep '22-$1090$1301-

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Wixom

Wixom Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

20%

15-30 Mins

40%

30-40 Mins

18%

40-60 Mins

17%

60+ Mins

5%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 5656

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 12 of 16 renters

Percentage: 5151

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 8 of 16 renters

Top Scores: Parks, Grocery, Restaurant

Things To Do In Wixom

Top Score

Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

There's fresh air to be had here.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. Significantly more parks than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. 47% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 76% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Wixom serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 50% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 60% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 11% fewer gyms than average
  3. 40% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Wixom could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 26% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. A standard number of pet facilities compared to areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 65% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 11% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 55% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 25% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 76% fewer shops than average
  3. 44% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An all around mediocre performance for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 100% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 100% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Fasten your seat belt, it's a long way to get gas.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 24% fewer gas stations than average
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Wixom Features

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 16 of 16 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 16 of 16 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 15 of 16 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 15 of 16 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 14 of 16 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 14 of 16 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 14 of 16 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 12 of 16 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 11 of 16 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 10 of 16 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 8 of 16 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 9 of 16 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 11 of 16 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Wixom Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Wixom

6/10

Wixom Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Loon Lake Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Walled Lake Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

9/10

Deerfield Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

7/10

Glengary Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

7/10

Hickory Woods Elementary School

Grades PK-6 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Wixom, MI

Easy access to major highways, great housing options and excellent opportunities for recreation, make Wixom a great place to call home. And, as a contender for CNN Money's Best Places to Live in 2007, why wouldn't you have a desire to search for Wixom apartments.

Located on the outskirts of the Detroit metro area, Wixom offers a variety of outdoor activities to experience all year long. You don't have to stay cooped up in your Wixom apartment during the winter months; enjoy cross country skiing, snowmobiling and ice skating at the Proud Lake Recreation Area and Kensington Metropark. And, then in the summer months take advantage of the water by canoeing, fishing and boating, or camp out and hike the trails of Proud Lake.

Wixom hasn't always had a beautiful downtown district, but with a little planning and revitalization, the Village Center area of Wixom is a quaint town center with shops, restaurants and housing options. Finding Wixom apartments in this area of town will allow you to walk to everyday conveniences. Also located near the Village Center area is the Farmers Market at Pontiac Trail and Old Wixom Road. Shop locally made and grown produce, products and flowers to take back to your Wixom apartment.

If you are a sociable person or are new to Wixom apartments and want to meet your neighbors, the city offers several great programs and classes that every age can enjoy. Adults can get involved in Fitness Classes and Dance while programs are available for seniors in arts, crafts, games and exercise. And, of course there is something for the kids including youth leagues, summer camps and art classes.

Apartments in Wixom offer residents an active lifestyle that includes recreation, parks, lakes and more. So, if you are ready to search for Wixom apartments, use ApartmentGuide.com to help you find a great place to call home in the northern Detroit metro area.