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South Lyon homes near a growing downtown
North of Ann Arbor up Pontiac Trail, with brick ranches and older homes near a growing downtown.
Living in South Lyon
South Lyon sits north of Ann Arbor up Pontiac Trail. Depending on where you're headed, downtown Ann Arbor can be as little as 18 minutes away, and I-96 is close for trips in other directions.
South Lyon has a smaller downtown that is still growing.
One reason to look here is value. South Lyon homes come in at a lower price point than Ann Arbor, or give you more property for the money.
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South Lyon homes near downtown
Near downtown, South Lyon has two kinds of homes. The first is the 1950s brick ranch, with everything on one floor. The second is the older home, roughly 100 years old, with wood trim outside and, on some, a Victorian look.
Each one suits a different buyer. A brick ranch keeps everything on one floor. An older home gives you character and detail, along with the care any 100-year-old house needs. When we look at one together, I'll point out what to check before you make an offer.
More home for the money
The main reason buyers look at South Lyon is value. Compared with Ann Arbor, your budget can buy either a lower price or more property. If you're willing to drive Pontiac Trail, you may find a home that would be out of reach closer in.
I'll show you recent sales in South Lyon side by side with the areas you're also considering, so you can see the difference for yourself. Read more about buying a home in South Lyon or buying your first home in South Lyon.
Selling your South Lyon home
When you sell in South Lyon, your price comes from the homes that sold near you. A brick ranch and a 100-year-old home near downtown attract different buyers, so I compare yours with the sales that match it, and we price your home together. See selling your home in South Lyon.
A paid social media campaign helps here, too. It reaches buyers in and around the Ann Arbor area, including people who may not have considered South Lyon yet.
If you're considering South Lyon, call me or send a note. You can also compare it with Brighton or Ann Arbor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is South Lyon from Ann Arbor?
As little as 18 minutes from downtown Ann Arbor up Pontiac Trail, depending on where you're headed.
What kinds of homes are near downtown South Lyon?
A mix of 1950s brick ranches and older homes, roughly 100 years old, with wood trim outside and, on some, a Victorian look.
Is South Lyon less expensive than Ann Arbor?
Generally, yes. South Lyon comes in at a lower price point than Ann Arbor, or gives you more property for the money.
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