Town Guide · Washtenaw County
Saline, Michigan
Saline is a small city about 15 to 20 minutes southwest of Ann Arbor, built around a historic brick main street and a string of parks along the Saline River. The commute to the University of Michigan runs about 15 to 20 minutes, and prices sit below Ann Arbor's, with the median sale price around $412,000.
Market snapshot
Saline 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 $412,000
June 2026, Redfin
Median days on market
about 37 days
June 2026, Redfin
Saline · Washtenaw 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 15 to 20 minutes
Michigan Medicine
about 20 minutes
Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)
about 28 to 30 minutes
Property taxes
Millage rate
51.18 total mills
2024 Washtenaw County millage report, applied to taxable value. Rates vary by school district and taxing unit.
Schools
Saline Area Schools
Serves the city of Saline and surrounding Saline Township.
Visit the district websiteHousing stock
Home styles and price ranges
A mix of traditional single-family homes, newer subdivision construction, ranches, and condo and townhouse developments. The typical home value is about $427,000 (Zillow), with the median sale price around $412,000 and a median listing price near $566,000 (Realtor.com).
Parks & amenities
Where to spend the day
Mill Pond Park, Curtiss Park (50 acres along the Saline River), Salt Springs Park, and Wilderness Park anchor the city's 11 parks. Downtown Saline's Main Street holds boutiques and eateries, and the Saline District Library and the Saline Parks & Recreation Complex round out the amenities.
FAQ
Questions buyers ask about Saline
What is the median home price in Saline in 2026?
About $412,000 as of June 2026 (Redfin), with the median listing price near $566,000 (Realtor.com).
How long is the drive from Saline to the University of Michigan?
About 15 to 20 minutes to the Ann Arbor campus, and about 20 minutes to Michigan Medicine.
How long does it take to get from Saline to Detroit Metro Airport?
About 28 to 30 minutes via I-94.
What is the property tax millage rate in Saline?
Saline's total property tax millage was 51.18 mills in 2024, applied to taxable value.
What school district serves Saline?
Saline Area Schools, which serves the city and surrounding Saline Township.
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