Town Guide · Wayne County
Plymouth, Michigan
Plymouth is a walkable city about 25 to 30 minutes northeast of Ann Arbor, built around a historic downtown of brick storefronts, Kellogg Park, and the four-faced Plymouth Clock. It pairs that small-city downtown with quick highway access to Detroit and the airport, and its median sale price runs above the Wayne County median at around $522,000.
Market snapshot
Plymouth at a glance
Figures are the most recent published medians for the area. Neighborhood-level data can swing on small sales volumes, so treat them as a starting point, not a guarantee.
Median sale price
about $522,000
Three months ending June 2026, Redfin (ZIP 48170)
Median days on market
about 11 days
Three months ending June 2026, Redfin (ZIP 48170)
Plymouth · Wayne County
Getting around
Typical drive times
Typical off-peak drive times by car. Rush hour, weather, and I-94 construction can add time, so leave a buffer for flights.
University of Michigan (Ann Arbor campus)
about 25 to 30 minutes
Michigan Medicine
about 25 to 30 minutes
Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)
about 20 to 25 minutes
Property taxes
Millage rate
35.37 total mills (homestead)
2024 Wayne County millage compilation for the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools district, applied to taxable value. The City of Plymouth adds its own operating levy on top; confirm the exact city total with the city treasurer.
Schools
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Serves the City of Plymouth and Plymouth Township.
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Home styles and price ranges
Early 20th century Craftsman, Colonial, and foursquare homes near downtown, mid-century ranches in the older subdivisions, and newer build-to-order homes in Plymouth Township. The median sale price was about $522,000 over the three months ending June 2026 (Redfin), with single-family listings spanning roughly the mid-$300,000s to the $700,000s.
Parks & amenities
Where to spend the day
Kellogg Park anchors downtown with gardens, a fountain, and the Plymouth Clock, and the city's 16 parks include Starkweather and Fairground parks. Hines Park follows the Middle Rouge River with a 17-mile paved trail, Maybury State Park sits about 2 to 3 miles north with 31 miles of trails and a fishing pond, and Plymouth Township Park adds a splash pad, fishing pond, and walking paths.
FAQ
Questions buyers ask about Plymouth
What is the median home price in Plymouth in 2026?
About $522,000 over the three months ending June 2026 (Redfin, ZIP 48170), with other sources reporting between about $483,000 and $535,000 depending on the window.
How long is the drive from Plymouth to the University of Michigan?
About 25 to 30 minutes to the Ann Arbor campus via M-14.
How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Detroit Metro Airport?
About 20 to 25 minutes via M-14 and I-94.
What is the property tax millage rate in Plymouth?
The Plymouth-Canton Community Schools district total homestead millage was 35.37 mills in 2024 (Wayne County compilation), with the City of Plymouth adding its own operating levy on top.
What school district serves Plymouth?
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, which serves the City of Plymouth and Plymouth Township.
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