LEE MOROF
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LEE MOROF
248.514.2640 | info@northwoodwardhomes.com
Royal Oak City Hall
The Southeast Michigan real estate community of Royal Oak is part of the North Woodward area, in northeast Oakland County. This charming community is a suburb of metropolitan Detroit. The city has been referred to as "The City of Trees" due to the many varieties of trees throughout the city, including the famous Royal Oak tree from England. When you purchase Royal Oak homes for sale, you will enjoy a home-town community with easy access to big-city amenities.
Royal Oak has been able to maintain a friendly atmosphere and is a destination where people love to purchase Southeast Michigan real estate. Are you thinking about relocating to Royal Oak? You'll find a wide variety of homes for sale that will fit your mortgage budget with the amenities you're looking for.
Architectural styles of homes include:
You can find home prices in the range of affordable to upscale custom homes. If you're looking for Southeast Michigan real estate in Royal Oak for sale, use my online search tool that will help you find the style and price you're looking for: Click to: Search for Royal Oak Michigan Homes for Sale!
The city covers 11.83 square miles and is an eclectic mix of many different ethnic backgrounds. According to the 2008 estimates of CNN Money, the population of Royal Oak was 57,900 with an average age of 41.1. The city is prospering with a median income per household of $86,364 and the median home price is an affordable $168,500.
If you own Southeast Michigan real estate in Royal Oak, you'll love the year-round access to a myriad of activities and outdoor sports. Royal Oak has a mild 66° average summer temperature May through September. Your summers will be filled with walking, biking, picnics, fishing, boating, water skiing and much more. Winter sports are a must with mild winter average temperatures of 35° October through April. There are too many possibilities for leisure activities to mention, but one thing is for sure…your family will love coming home to Royal Oak!
Originally, land surveyors thought most of Michigan was swamp land. A strong proponent of the state, Governor Lewis Cass, thought otherwise. Governor Cass and his friends set about scouring the countryside and found higher ground with beautiful sweeping views and a very large stately Oak tree. The Oak tree reminded him of the story about the magic of the Royal Oak tree when King Charles II of England took refuge from enemy armies under a huge Royal Oak tree. Due to the magnificent size, the Royal Oak tree had an extremely large umbrella of branches. It was under these branches his troops received shelter from enemy fire. Governor Cass christened the large Oak tree "Royal Oak" and hence in 1819 Royal Oak got its name. The Village of Royal Oak was incorporated in 1895 and later became classified as a city in 1921. Today people continue to search for the perfect Southeast Michigan real estate in Royal Oak to call home.
Royal Oak residents embody an entrepreneurial spirit and are welcoming to new businesses. The community is home to many diverse businesses including the largest employer, William Beaumont Hospital. The hospital is highly regarded and has various medical centers that include:
And the next largest employer is the School District of the City of Royal Oak.
If you like to eat and shop, you can stroll along Main and Washington Streets in the downtown area and visit numerous retail shops and restaurants. You'll find one-of-a-kind antiques, clothiers, art studios, computers and software, furniture, fine jewelry, music, tools, home improvement stores and more.
While you're out shopping, stop for lunch or dinner at one of the local restaurants. Local cuisine ranges from mouth watering pizza, subs/sandwiches, Coney Island, fast food restaurants and ice cream shops to Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Italian, European, seafood or vegetarian. Whatever your taste might be, you can find it in Royal Oak!
Looking North on Main Street
Royal Oak is conveniently located near several major highways, I-75 and I-696 for easy access into Detroit and other surrounding communities. Public transit bus service is provided daily by SMART to Detroit and many other areas. If you like to commute via Amtrak passenger rail service, Amtrak provides daily stops morning, afternoon and evening into Royal Oak. If you prefer to commute by air, you'll find easy access into Detroit Metropolitan International, and Oakland County International airports.
Royal Oak residents are thrilled to have many outstanding academic teachers and educators in the School District of the city of Royal Oak that are committed to helping students achieve high test scores and their educational goals. There are many fine schools in the community including:
In addition, there are many private schools in Royal Oak including:
If you or your family are ready for higher learning, but want to stay in town, the Royal Oak campus of Oakland Community College is in downtown Royal Oak. Or you have many options in nearby Detroit.
The Royal Oak Symphony Orchestra began performing in 1995. The orchestra's members take pride in performing for their neighbors and friends as most of them are residents of Royal Oak and the surrounding communities.
Who doesn't enjoy good music? If you are a music lover and like to hear many styles of music in a wonderful indoor theatre, attend a performance at the Royal Oak Music Theatre.
Stagecrafters produces 10 stage shows per year including Broadway plays and silent films. The theatre setting is perfect for a relaxed evening of fun in the historical Baldwin Theatre.
There are over a dozen art galleries in Royal Oak with a plethora of art work for people of all tastes. The Royal Oak Arts Council in conjunction with the city of Royal Oak and the Royal Oak Gallery Association put on art exhibits and outdoor events throughout the year for residents. If you are an avid art lover, you'll love Royal Oak!
Royal Oak residents take great pride in their park system and they enjoy taking their families to the 50 scenic Royal Oak Parks. Many of the parks are in local neighborhoods with playground equipment and picnic areas for children of all ages. Some offer amenities such as ball fields, tennis courts, Frisbee and golf. Memorial Park is located at Woodward Avenue and 13 Mile Road. This park features three lighted ball fields including a football field, tennis courts, play grounds, swings and picnic areas. After an energetic game, you can grab a snack and cool off with a soda at the concession stand.
The Royal Oak Nature Society improves and maintains two nature preserves and both have dog runs. Cummingston Park has over 25 acres and Tehave Woods in Quikstad Park has over 30 acres. Put on your sneakers or hiking boots and discover the great walking trails at these pristine nature reserves.
Do you love a great game of golf? Call a friend, bring your golf clubs and get ready for a day of sun and fun on one of the local courses. Homeowners of Southeast Michigan real estate love playing at Royal Oak's two nine-hole municipal golf courses which provide pro golf shops and golf lessons:
If you desire a private golf club, the Red Run Golf Club is a beautiful 18-hole private golf course with a par 72. It's located at 2036 Rochester Road and has a clubhouse, pro shop, swimming pool, tennis courts and restaurant.
Besides the golf courses in Royal Oak, there are many other fine golf courses in nearby communities.
Don't miss the annual Woodward Dream Cruise that runs throughout several communities in the North Woodward area, along North Woodward Avenue. It's the biggest classic car show in the world with over 40,000 muscle cars, custom, street rods, and collector and special interest cars! The parade begins and ends in Royal Oak and winds through six other communities. Royal Oak is host to over 1,000,000 visitors each August for the exciting Woodward Dream Cruise Parade of cars. The excitement builds as classic and other cars begin cruising along Woodward Avenue days before the event begins. Royal Oak and surrounding community residents get in the grand spirit with delectable food and plenty of socializing and fun with their friends and neighbors.
Do you like fresh produce that has been grown locally in Michigan? Then don't miss visiting the Farmers Market. It's located at 316 E. 11 Mile Road, just 2 blocks East of Main Street. You'll also find many annuals and perennials to help make your garden a showcase. Crafts and antiques of all kinds can also be found at the Farmers Market. Bring your family and make a day of it!
Are you thinking about moving to Royal Oak? You will find friendly neighbors and affordable homes with a wide variety of architectural styles. As a somewhat larger community, there are a number of amenities that include good schools, shopping, culture/art, and lots of parks for recreational activities and outdoor sports. The city is a great place to live, work and raise a family. Come see Southeast Michigan real estate in Royal Oak and discover why so many people are choosing to make it their home.
Lee Morof is not only an expert in Southeast Michigan real estate, but he is also a knowledgeable and experienced real estate lawyer. If you are ready to look for Royal Oak Michigan homes for sale, Lee Morof can help you find and buy your home at the best possible price and terms, and without making a legal mistake that could cost you thousands!
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