🏡 Moving to Farmington Hills Michigan? Let's Find Your Perfect Home.
Tom Gilliam at RE/MAX Classic has 24 years of experience helping families relocate to Farmington Hills and across Oakland County Michigan. Free consultation. No pressure. Just honest local expertise from someone who knows every neighborhood intimately.
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- Farmington Hills is the second largest city in Oakland County and one of the most sought after communities in Metro Detroit for relocating families and professionals.
- Farmington Public Schools rank among the top districts in Michigan — including the award-winning Farmington STEAM Academy and Oakland Early College.
- Home values average $385,085 in Spring 2026 with well priced homes going pending in as few as 6 days.
- Major employers including Bosch USA, Dell, Panasonic, and Hitachi Automotive are headquartered or have major operations right here in Farmington Hills.
- 30 minutes from downtown Detroit via I-696 and I-275 — suburban peace without sacrificing urban convenience.
If you are helping a client relocate to the Detroit Metro area — or if you are relocating yourself — I want to save you months of research right now.
After 24 years of helping families move to Farmington Hills and across Oakland County Michigan I can tell you with complete confidence — Farmington Hills belongs at the top of every relocation shortlist for Metro Detroit.
It delivers the full package — outstanding schools, exceptional safety, abundant amenities, strong property values, and a 30-minute commute to downtown Detroit — all without the premium price tags of Birmingham or Bloomfield Hills.
Farmington Hills Michigan — Spring 2026 at a Glance
Average Home Value
$385,085
Spring 2026
Days To Pending
6 Days
Well priced homes
US News Ranking
#57
Best places to live nationally
Languages Spoken
80+
One of Michigan's most diverse cities
Why Farmington Hills Is My First Recommendation for Relocating Families
I have had this conversation hundreds of times. A family is relocating to Metro Detroit — usually for a corporate transfer or a new job — and they ask me where they should live. My answer almost always starts with Farmington Hills.
💬 Tom Gilliam | RE/MAX Classic | Farmington Hills MI
"Farmington Hills is my home base and primary market for 24 years — and for good reason. It consistently delivers exceptional value combining top-ranked schools, strong public safety, abundant parks and recreation, and one of the most diverse employer bases in Oakland County."
Schools — What Relocating Families Need to Know
For relocating families with children this is almost always the first question — and Farmington Hills delivers. Farmington Public Schools earns a Niche A-minus grade and ranks 53rd best district in all of Michigan.
| School | Type | Notable Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington STEAM Academy | K-8 Magnet | Top 20 K-8 in Michigan |
| Oakland Early College | High School | Top 10% in Michigan statewide |
| North Farmington High School | High School | International Baccalaureate program |
| Harrison High School | High School | Flex-tech career training programs |
💡 Pro Tip — Tom Gilliam RE/MAX Classic
Parts of Farmington Hills fall within the Walled Lake Consolidated School District rather than Farmington Public Schools. Always verify which district a specific home is zoned for before your client falls in love with it. I confirm school district boundaries for every relocating family before we narrow down the search area.
Commute Times From Farmington Hills
| Destination | Approx. Drive Time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Detroit | 30 minutes | I-696 East |
| Southfield | 15 minutes | I-696 East or M-10 |
| Auburn Hills | 25 minutes | I-75 North |
| Ann Arbor | 35 minutes | I-96 West |
| Detroit Metro Airport | 30 minutes | I-275 South |
| Novi / Twelve Oaks Mall | 10 minutes | I-96 West or M-5 |
My Take After 24 Years
The families I have helped relocate to Farmington Hills over the past 24 years almost universally tell me the same thing a year or two after they move in — they wish they had done it sooner.
It is that kind of community. And in Spring 2026 with home values averaging $385,085 and homes going pending in just 6 days — relocating buyers need to be prepared and ready to move quickly when the right home comes available.
Read the complete Farmington Hills relocation guide including neighborhood profiles, school breakdown, employer directory, lifestyle guide, and step by step buying process at → Moving to Farmington Hills Michigan: The Complete 2026 Relocation Guide — Homes2MoveYou.com
Recommended Reading
- Moving to Farmington Hills Michigan: The Complete 2026 Relocation Guide — Homes2MoveYou.com
- Best Suburbs Near Detroit — Oakland County Michigan 2026 Guide — Homes2MoveYou.com
- Why Oakland County Home Buyers Need a Qualified Local Realtor — Homes2MoveYou.com
- Understanding the Home Buying Process From Start to Finish — Homes2MoveYou.com
Ready to Help Your Clients Relocate to Farmington Hills Michigan?
I welcome referrals from agents across the country whose clients are relocating to Metro Detroit and Oakland County Michigan. Free consultation. No pressure. I will take exceptional care of every family you send my way.
📞 Call 248-790-5594 Start Your Farmington Hills Search →Tom Gilliam | RE/MAX Classic | 29630 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills MI 48334 | ABR | SRES | SFR | RE/MAX Hall of Fame | RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement | Top 1% Oakland County | 24 Years | 700+ Transactions | 248-790-5594 | Homes2MoveYou.com
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