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County Guide

Which Communities Are in Livingston County, Michigan?

Everything you need to know about living in Livingston County, Michigan — communities, schools, parks, lakes, and lifestyle across 585 square miles of southeastern Michigan.

Community guide by Joyce England, REALTOR® · Keller Williams First

Livingston County is a common choice in southeastern Michigan, home to communities with schools, parks, and residential neighborhoods like Brighton, Howell, Hartland, and Pinckney. Known for its schools, lakes, and extensive state recreation areas, Livingston County is home to families and professionals commuting to both Detroit and Ann Arbor. Whether you're researching living in Livingston County for a potential move or exploring Livingston County real estate, this guide introduces each community and what the area offers.

Overview

Why Move to Livingston County Michigan?

Looking for a complete overview? Visit our Livingston County Living Guide for a comprehensive resource covering communities, school districts, housing market, parks, dining, healthcare, commute times, and cost of living.

Livingston County is a common choice in southeastern Michigan, home to nearly 200,000 residents across a mix of cities, townships, and villages. The county's median household income exceeds $100,000, and its 30+ lakes and extensive state recreation areas draw outdoor enthusiasts. The county seat is Howell, and the region includes well-known communities such as Brighton, Howell, Hartland, Hamburg Township, Pinckney, Fowlerville, Genoa Township, Oceola Township, Marion Township, Tyrone Township, Cohoctah, and Conway Township. Nearby bordering communities including Milford, Fenton, and Argentine Township are also commonly searched alongside Livingston County communities.

The area is served by several local school districts, with abundant lakes, extensive park networks, and easy access to major employment centers. Livingston County features more than 30 inland lakes, thousands of acres of state recreation areas, and an extensive network of trail systems in southeastern Michigan — including the nearly 5,000-acre Brighton Recreation Area and Island Lake State Recreation Area along the Huron River. For more outdoor options, explore our full Parks & Trails guide.

Living in Livingston County also means access to multiple public school districts, more than 10,000 acres of state recreation areas, and convenient positioning along the I-96 and US-23 corridor, giving residents easy access to communities across Mid-Michigan, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Lansing, and Flint. The county offers outdoor recreation, a range of housing options, and residential communities throughout the I-96 and US-23 corridor.

Quick Facts

Population197,000+
Area585 sq mi
Inland Lakes30+
State Rec Areas3 major areas
School Districts10+

Major Highways

I-96 US-23 M-59 M-36 M-43

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Housing Market Data

Livingston County Single-Family Home Market Statistics

All market figures below (median sold price, median days on market, months of inventory, months supply, listing-activity tables, and sold public records) are from Realtors Property Resource (RPR), LLC data for single-family properties in September 2026, unless a provider indicates there was not enough market activity to calculate a statistic, in which case the data is noted as not available or insufficient. Excludes condos, townhouses, co-ops, and multi-family properties.

Livingston County (Countywide)

Livingston County, Michigan

Countywide

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
2.24
RPR Sep 2026
Sold to List Price %
99.4%
RPR Sep 2026
Median Days on Market
15
RPR Sep 2026
Median Sold Price
$440,000
RPR Sep 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$437,180
Last Month: +0.6% · 12 Month: +2.7%

New Listings

Median List Price $450,000 –
# of Properties 282 –
Median $/Sqft $240 –
Total $ Volume $151,242,296 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,908 –

Active Listings

Median List Price $497,000 –
# of Properties 398 –
Median Days on Market 39 –
Median $/Sqft $249 –
Total $ Volume $243,494,606 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,022 –

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $419,900 –
# of Properties 177 –
Median Days on Market 21 –
Median $/Sqft $236 –
Total $ Volume $87,574,354 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,919 –

Pending Listings

Median List Price $425,000 –
# of Properties 165 –
Median Days on Market 24 –
Median $/Sqft $224 –
Total $ Volume $82,470,188 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,087 –

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $440,000 MoM 3.3%
# of Properties 201 –
Sold to List Price % 99.37% –
Median Days on Market 15 –
Median $/Sqft $247 –
Total $ Volume $104,395,782 –

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
2.24
Last Month
-0.4%
12 Month
-9.3%

Sold Public Records

Median Sold Price $444,250 –
# of Properties 79 –
Median $/Sqft $237 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,814 –
Total $ Volume $39,031,165 –

Community-Level Data (Single-Family Homes)

Data availability varies by community. Smaller townships with low transaction volumes may not have specific single-family home metrics published by major data providers. Where data was not found, it is noted as "Not available."

Fowlerville, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
2.0
RPR Sep 2026
Sold to List Price %
100%
RPR Sep 2026
Median Days on Market
26
RPR Sep 2026
Median Sold Price
$317,500
RPR Sep 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$345,000
Last Month: +0.1% · 12 Month: +3.3%

New Listings

Median List Price $380,000 –
# of Properties 17 –
Median $/Sqft $213 –
Total $ Volume $6,917,535 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,822 –

Active Listings

Median List Price $397,400 –
# of Properties 30 –
Median Days on Market 49 –
Median $/Sqft $213 –
Total $ Volume $14,112,124 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,910 –

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $354,900 –
# of Properties 17 –
Median Days on Market 13 –
Median $/Sqft $192 –
Total $ Volume $6,416,735 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,912 –

Pending Listings

Median List Price $359,950 –
# of Properties 16 –
Median Days on Market 21 –
Median $/Sqft $191 –
Total $ Volume $6,006,835 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,889 –

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $317,500 MoM 11.19%
# of Properties 18 –
Sold to List Price % 99.98% –
Median Days on Market 26 –
Median $/Sqft $179 –
Total $ Volume $5,767,686 –

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
2.0
Last Month
-9.1%
12 Month
-10.3%

Sold Public Records

Median Sold Price $308,000 –
# of Properties 5 –
Median $/Sqft $143 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,736 –
Total $ Volume $1,319,000 –

Deerfield, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
Not available
–
Sold to List Price %
99.2%
RPR Aug 2026
Median Days on Market
25
May 2026 · Redfin 48451
Median Sold Price
$390,000
May 2026 · Redfin 48451
Median Estimated Property Value
$227,480
Last Month: +1.5% · 12 Month: +10%

New Listings

Median List Price – –
# of Properties 1 MoM 0%
Median $/Sqft – –
Total $ Volume – –
Median Living Area Sqft – –

Active Listings

There is not enough market activity at this location, for the selected property type, to display data.

New Pending Listings

Median List Price – –
# of Properties 2 MoM 100%
Median Days on Market – –
Median $/Sqft – –
Total $ Volume – –
Median Living Area Sqft – –

Pending Listings

There is not enough market activity at this location, for the selected property type, to display data.

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $234,900 –
# of Properties 3 –
Sold to List Price % 99.17% –
Median Days on Market 5 –
Median $/Sqft $208 –
Total $ Volume $1,165,900 –

Months Supply of Inventory

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Sold Public Records

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Howell, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
1.88
RPR Sep 2026
Sold to List Price %
99.4%
RPR Sep 2026
Median Days on Market
13
RPR Sep 2026
Median Sold Price
$429,250
RPR Sep 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$402,740
Last Month: +0.7% · 12 Month: -1%

New Listings

Median List Price $425,000 –
# of Properties 109 –
Median $/Sqft $234 –
Total $ Volume $55,524,211 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,808 –

Active Listings

Median List Price $475,000 –
# of Properties 107 –
Median Days on Market 21 –
Median $/Sqft $252 –
Total $ Volume $65,422,693 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,894 –

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $439,900 –
# of Properties 61 –
Median Days on Market 14 –
Median $/Sqft $222 –
Total $ Volume $27,730,631 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,952 –

Pending Listings

Median List Price $468,195 –
# of Properties 56 –
Median Days on Market 30 –
Median $/Sqft $214 –
Total $ Volume $26,310,205 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,135 –

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $429,250 MoM 0.78%
# of Properties 68 –
Sold to List Price % 99.36% –
Median Days on Market 13 –
Median $/Sqft $231 –
Total $ Volume $31,367,895 –

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
1.88
Last Month
11.9%
12 Month
-31.6%

Sold Public Records

Median Sold Price $405,000 –
# of Properties 25 –
Median $/Sqft $227 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,784 –
Total $ Volume $10,461,750 –

Hartland, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
3.5
RPR Sep 2026
Sold to List Price %
96.9%
RPR Sep 2026
Median Days on Market
6
RPR Sep 2026
Median Sold Price
$288,000
RPR Sep 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$443,480
Last Month: +0.3% · 12 Month: +3%

New Listings

Median List Price $339,500 –
# of Properties 9 –
Median $/Sqft $261 –
Total $ Volume $3,794,200 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,300 –

Active Listings

Median List Price $477,400 –
# of Properties 14 –
Median Days on Market 52 –
Median $/Sqft $255 –
Total $ Volume $6,607,100 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,827 –

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $310,000 –
# of Properties 7 –
Median Days on Market 27 –
Median $/Sqft $252 –
Total $ Volume $2,439,900 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,232 –

Pending Listings

Median List Price $310,000 –
# of Properties 7 –
Median Days on Market – –
Median $/Sqft $240 –
Total $ Volume $2,380,800 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,136 –

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $288,000 MoM 37.39%
# of Properties 4 –
Sold to List Price % 96.91% –
Median Days on Market 6 –
Median $/Sqft $256 –
Total $ Volume $1,141,000 –

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
3.5
Last Month
–
12 Month
+150%

Sold Public Records

There is not enough market activity at this location, for the selected property type, to display data.

Brighton, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
1.89
RPR Sep 2026
Sold to List Price %
100.2%
RPR Sep 2026
Median Days on Market
13
RPR Sep 2026
Median Sold Price
$532,450
RPR Sep 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$485,000
Last Month: +0.1% · 12 Month: +4%

New Listings

Median List Price $549,900 –
# of Properties 63 –
Median $/Sqft $264 –
Total $ Volume $40,699,989 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,298 –

Active Listings

Median List Price $599,900 –
# of Properties 83 –
Median Days on Market 34 –
Median $/Sqft $258 –
Total $ Volume $58,526,362 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,304 –

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $512,500 –
# of Properties 38 –
Median Days on Market 29 –
Median $/Sqft $255 –
Total $ Volume $23,694,700 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,112 –

Pending Listings

Median List Price $532,000 –
# of Properties 36 –
Median Days on Market 6 –
Median $/Sqft $254 –
Total $ Volume $22,831,950 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,294 –

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $532,450 MoM 7.57%
# of Properties 60 –
Sold to List Price % 100.22% –
Median Days on Market 13 –
Median $/Sqft $253 –
Total $ Volume $37,410,355 –

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
1.89
Last Month
-8.7%
12 Month
-11.7%

Sold Public Records

Median Sold Price $448,500 –
# of Properties 23 –
Median $/Sqft $242 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,872 –
Total $ Volume $12,826,870 –

Pinckney, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
2.71
RPR Sep 2026
Sold to List Price %
99.2%
RPR Sep 2026
Median Days on Market
19
RPR Sep 2026
Median Sold Price
$450,000
RPR Sep 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$407,360
Last Month: -0.8% · 12 Month: +1.8%

New Listings

Median List Price $458,500 –
# of Properties 26 –
Median $/Sqft $234 –
Total $ Volume $12,682,098 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,642 –

Active Listings

Median List Price $549,990 –
# of Properties 57 –
Median Days on Market 55 –
Median $/Sqft $249 –
Total $ Volume $32,672,587 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,000 –

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $422,400 –
# of Properties 20 –
Median Days on Market 30 –
Median $/Sqft $240 –
Total $ Volume $10,427,300 –
Median Living Area Sqft 1,960 –

Pending Listings

Median List Price $424,900 –
# of Properties 17 –
Median Days on Market 22 –
Median $/Sqft $225 –
Total $ Volume $8,035,399 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,087 –

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $450,000 MoM 3.45%
# of Properties 23 –
Sold to List Price % 99.18% –
Median Days on Market 19 –
Median $/Sqft $261 –
Total $ Volume $11,718,346 –

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
2.71
Last Month
-9.7%
12 Month
+12.4%

Sold Public Records

Median Sold Price $520,000 –
# of Properties 5 –
Median $/Sqft $418 –
Median Living Area Sqft 2,016 –
Total $ Volume $3,255,845 –

Whitmore Lake, Michigan

Single-Family · RPR (Realtors Property Resource), September 2026

Months of Inventory
1.58
RPR Aug 2026
Sold to List Price %
98.6%
RPR Aug 2026
Median Days on Market
14
RPR Aug 2026
Median Sold Price
$450,000
RPR Aug 2026
Median Estimated Property Value
$401,870
Last Month: – · 12 Month: +1.2%

New Listings

Median List Price $397,500 MoM 16.1%
# of Properties 12 MoM 33.3%
Median $/Sqft $261 MoM 18.1%
Total $ Volume $5,175,500 MoM 24.5%
Median Living Area Sqft 1,484 MoM 12.2%

Active Listings

Median List Price $499,900 MoM 8.7%
# of Properties 19 MoM 9.5%
Median Days on Market 47 MoM 2.2%
Median $/Sqft $257 MoM 8.5%
Total $ Volume $8,715,200 MoM 11.4%
Median Living Area Sqft 1,572 MoM 0%

New Pending Listings

Median List Price $340,000 MoM 26.1%
# of Properties 7 MoM 58.8%
Median Days on Market 61 MoM 335.7%
Median $/Sqft $283 MoM 22%
Total $ Volume $2,983,799 MoM 60.8%
Median Living Area Sqft 1,630 MoM 10.1%

Pending Listings

Median List Price $459,949 MoM 5.2%
# of Properties 6 MoM 60%
Median Days on Market 18 MoM 28.6%
Median $/Sqft $252 MoM 8.6%
Total $ Volume $2,598,306 MoM 63.8%
Median Living Area Sqft 1,753 MoM 12.4%

Sold Listings

Median Sold Price $450,000 MoM 7.4%
# of Properties 17 MoM 15%
Sold to List Price % 98.59% MoM 0.1%
Median Days on Market 14 MoM 16.7%
Median $/Sqft $232 MoM 7.6%
Total $ Volume $7,771,985 MoM 11.3%

Months Supply of Inventory

Months Supply
1.58
Last Month
-2.5%
12 Month
-53.8%

Sold Public Records

Median Sold Price $388,500 MoM 10.7%
# of Properties 4 MoM 81%
Median $/Sqft $336 MoM 16.3%
Median Living Area Sqft 1,440 MoM 20.5%
Total $ Volume $1,597,000 MoM 83%

Township-level figures below were researched in October 2026 from public sources including Homes.com, Redfin, RealtyTrac, and local MLS reports; each figure is labeled with its source and data period. Where a public provider does not publish a metric for a township, it is noted as "Not available."

Community Median Sales Price Median DOM Months of Inventory Data Period / Source
Hamburg Township $295,000 (est. value) Insufficient data Insufficient data Sep 2026 · RPR: insufficient market activity; median estimated value $295,000
Genoa Township $445,000† 40 days Not available 12 mo · Homes.com† (DOM per Homes.com)
Green Oak Township $490,000 19 days Not available Oct 2025 · Redfin (ZIP 48178)
Marion Township $558,400† Not available Not available 12 mo · Homes.com†
Cohoctah Township $429,900 48 days 2.4 months 12 mo · Homes.com (SFR)
Handy Township Not available Not available Not available — public SFR metrics not published
Iosco Township $326,794 Not available Not available 12 mo · RealtyTrac (ZIP 48836 proxy)
Tyrone Township $465,000 Not available Not available 12 mo · Homes.com (SFR median)
Oceola Township $430,000 27 days Not available 12 mo · Homes.com (SFR median)
Putnam Township $445,000 47 days 3.3 months 12 mo · Homes.com (SFR)
Unadilla Township $342,000 21 days 2.4 months 12 mo · Homes.com (SFR)

† All-home-type median reported by the cited provider; a single-family-only median was not published for that community. ZIP-level figures cover the ZIP's predominantly single-family market; the cited provider does not publish a separate single-family breakout. Not available = the specific single-family metric was not published by major public data providers for this community as of October 2026. Days on market figures reflect the median where the cited provider reports a median; providers use different methodologies and periods, so figures vary by source.

Notes: Detailed listing-activity tables, sold public records, months-of-inventory figures, and headline market figures above are Realtors Property Resource (RPR), LLC data for single-family properties in September 2026. The township-level table below retains the cited public sources (Homes.com, Redfin, RealtyTrac, and local MLS reports). “Not available” or “insufficient data” indicates the metric was not published by the cited provider for this community as of this update.


Communities

What Are the Communities in Livingston County?

Brighton community

Brighton

A city with a walkable downtown and easy access to I-96 and US-23.

Howell community

Howell

The county seat with a historic downtown, community traditions, and local events.

Hartland community

Hartland

Schools, accessible dining and entertainment, and a residential community layout.

Hamburg Township community

Hamburg Township

Extensive lake systems, a rural atmosphere, and waterfront living in the central part of the county.

Pinckney community

Pinckney

A community surrounded by the Pinckney Recreation Area and the Chain of Lakes.

Fowlerville community

Fowlerville

A rural village with a central downtown and convenient access to I-96 and US-23.

Genoa Township community

Genoa Township

Brighton Area Schools, neighborhoods with a mix of home types, and easy access to Island Lake Recreation Area.

Oceola Township community

Oceola Township

A suburban-rural blend with Thompson Lake, farmland, and convenient access to Howell and Brighton.

Marion Township community

Marion Township

A rural township with lakes, spacious properties, and residential neighborhoods near Howell and Fowlerville.

Tyrone Township community

Tyrone Township

A rural community with private lakes, spacious lots, and proximity to Fenton and Hartland.

Milford community

Milford

A walkable village with a downtown, Huron River access, and Kensington Metropark at the Oakland–Livingston border.

Fenton community

Fenton

A lakeside community with a walkable downtown, local dining, and year-round recreation along the Genesee–Livingston border.

Argentine Township community

Argentine Township

Chain-of-lakes living with Lobdell Lake, rural character, and waterfront recreation along the Genesee–Livingston border.

Cohoctah community

Cohoctah

Livingston County's agricultural heartland — open farmland, custom homes, and a rural lifestyle.

Conway Township community

Conway Township

An agricultural community with farmland, forests, and a country lifestyle in northwest Livingston County.


Parks & Recreation

What Outdoor Activities Are Available in Livingston County?

Brighton Recreation Area

Nearly 5,000 acres of rolling hills, lakes, and 39 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, biking, skiing, and horseback riding in a state recreation area in Michigan.

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Island Lake State Recreation Area

Approximately 4,000 acres with over 20 miles of trails, a beach, paddling opportunities, and a balloon port along the Huron River.

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Kensington Metropark

Over 4,400 acres centered around Kent Lake with paved trails, beaches, a nature center, and year-round outdoor activities managed by the Huron-Clinton Metroparks.

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Huron Meadows Metropark

A 1,576-acre park featuring a championship golf course, groomed cross-country ski trails, and scenic meadows along the Huron River.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Livingston County, Michigan

Which Livingston County communities do buyers research most?

Brighton, Howell, and Hartland are among the frequently researched communities in Livingston County. Brighton offers a walkable downtown and easy access to I-96 and US-23, Howell serves as the county seat with a historic downtown, and Hartland has a residential layout and a large school district.

How far is Livingston County from Detroit and Ann Arbor?

Livingston County is positioned between Detroit and Ann Arbor along the I-96 and US-23 corridor. Brighton is roughly 45 to 60 miles from downtown Detroit and approximately 20 miles from Ann Arbor, making it convenient for commuters working in either metro area.

What are home prices in Livingston County?

As of September 2026, the median sold price for single-family homes in Livingston County was $440,000, the county's months of inventory stood at 2.24, and median days on market was 15 days (RPR, Realtors Property Resource, September 2026, Single Family). The county's home prices reflect its schools, outdoor recreation, and convenient location.