Town Guide · Washtenaw County
Ypsilanti, Michigan
Ypsilanti sits about 12 to 15 minutes east of Ann Arbor, a city of historic neighborhoods, the Depot Town riverfront district, and Eastern Michigan University. It is the most affordable of the areas on this list, with the fastest airport access and a median sale price around $247,000.
Market snapshot
Ypsilanti 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 $247,000
Three months ending May 2026, Redfin
Median days on market
about 34 days
Three months ending May 2026, Redfin
Ypsilanti · 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 12 to 15 minutes
Michigan Medicine
about 15 minutes
Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)
about 19 to 22 minutes
Property taxes
Millage rate
30.20 city mills; about 60.5 mills total
City levy 2024/2025; full homestead bill including county, school, and state levies about 60.5 mills for the 2024 summer tax season.
Schools
Ypsilanti Community Schools
Serves the city of Ypsilanti and surrounding areas.
Visit the district websiteHousing stock
Home styles and price ranges
Historic neighborhoods like the South Side feature Gothic Revival, Victorian, Colonial, Craftsman bungalow, and American Foursquare homes, alongside large apartment complexes and newer condos. The typical home value is about $315,000 (Zillow), with the median sale price around $247,000 to $300,000 (Redfin / Movoto).
Parks & amenities
Where to spend the day
Frog Island Park and Riverside Park anchor the Depot Town riverfront, North Bay Park offers Ford Lake views and boardwalks, and Rolling Hills County Park & Water Park adds trails, disc golf, and a water park. The 11.9-mile Ypsilanti Corridor of the Border-to-Border Trail runs through the city, and Depot Town's antiques shops and restaurants sit beside the Huron River.
FAQ
Questions buyers ask about Ypsilanti
What is the median home price in Ypsilanti in 2026?
About $247,000 over the three months ending May 2026 (Redfin), with other sources reporting up to $300,000 depending on the window.
How long is the drive from Ypsilanti to the University of Michigan?
About 12 to 15 minutes to the Ann Arbor campus, and about 15 minutes to Michigan Medicine.
How long does it take to get from Ypsilanti to Detroit Metro Airport?
About 19 to 22 minutes via I-94, the fastest airport access of the areas on this list.
What is the property tax millage rate in Ypsilanti?
The City of Ypsilanti levy is 30.20 mills (2024/2025); the full homestead bill, including county, school, and state levies, was about 60.5 mills for the 2024 summer tax season.
What school district serves Ypsilanti?
Ypsilanti Community Schools, which serves the city and surrounding areas.
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- (734) 368-0832
- nicoleelizabethrealestate@gmail.com
- EXP Realty, LLC · Ann Arbor, MI
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