Erik Wright
Managing Broker & Founder
In Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township and West Bloomfield, $1 million or more typically buys a 4,000–7,000+ square foot home on a large, often wooded lot, or a lakefront home with private water access. These communities form the core of Oakland County’s luxury market. Bloomfield is known for estate properties and top schools; West Bloomfield is known as the “lake township,” with dozens of lakes and more lakefront options at each price point.
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The luxury market at a glance
Bloomfield Hills (city)
- Population (2020 Census): About 4,500
- $1M+ sales (12 months): [MLS]
- Median $1M+ sale price: [MLS]
- Median $1M+ price per square foot: [MLS]
- Signature setting: Estates, wooded acreage, Cranbrook area
- Main school district: Bloomfield Hills Schools
Bloomfield Township
- Population (2020 Census): About 44,000
- $1M+ sales (12 months): [MLS]
- Median $1M+ sale price: [MLS]
- Median $1M+ price per square foot: [MLS]
- Signature setting: Golf, estate neighborhoods, Birmingham border
- Main school districts: Bloomfield Hills or Birmingham schools
West Bloomfield
- Population (2020 Census): About 65,900
- $1M+ sales (12 months): [MLS]
- Median $1M+ sale price: [MLS]
- Median $1M+ price per square foot: [MLS]
- Signature setting: Lakes, waterfront, newer luxury builds
- Main school districts: West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills or Walled Lake schools
What $1M, $2M and $3M+ buy
$1M–$1.5M
- Bloomfield Hills / Bloomfield Township: An updated 1960s–1990s colonial or ranch, 4,000–5,000 sq ft, on 0.5–1+ acre
- West Bloomfield: A newer-construction home in a gated or private subdivision, or an all-sports lake home needing updates
$1.5M–$3M
- Bloomfield Hills / Bloomfield Township: A renovated estate or newer build, 5,000–7,000 sq ft, on a premium lot
- West Bloomfield: An updated all-sports lakefront home with a dock and walkout lower level
$3M+
- Bloomfield Hills / Bloomfield Township: Gated estates, multi-acre properties and custom architecture
- West Bloomfield: Premier lakefront estates on the largest all-sports lakes
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Bloomfield Hills and Bloomfield Township
Bloomfield Hills is a small, exclusive city surrounded by Bloomfield Township. The area is home to the Cranbrook Educational Community, which includes Cranbrook Schools, the Cranbrook Art Museum and the Cranbrook Institute of Science. Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Township has hosted multiple U.S. Opens and other major championships.
Buyers here prioritize privacy, mature trees, larger lots and access to Bloomfield Hills Schools or Birmingham Public Schools, depending on the address.
West Bloomfield: Oakland County’s lake township
West Bloomfield has dozens of lakes, from small private lakes to large all-sports lakes. Luxury buyers here weigh lake size, frontage, water depth, sunset exposure and whether the lake allows powerboats. The West Bloomfield Trail runs through the township for walking and biking, and Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital is a major local employer. Township details are at wbtownship.org.
Luxury buyer checklist
- Confirm the school district for the exact address. Both communities are split among multiple districts.
- For lakefront, verify lake rules. All-sports vs. no-wake, dock permits, riparian rights and lake association dues.
- Budget for property taxes. Michigan uncaps taxable value on sale, so your taxes will reflect your purchase price, not the seller’s bill.
- Inspect specialty systems. Roofs, multiple HVAC zones, pools, generators, seawalls and septic or well systems where applicable.
- Ask about private and off-market listings. Many luxury sales in these areas happen quietly.
Comparing luxury markets? See Birmingham for walkable luxury and Troy for newer-construction value.
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Luxury homes FAQ
What does $1 million buy in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
Typically an updated 4,000–5,000 square foot home on a half-acre to one-acre-plus lot. Newer construction and larger estates generally start well above $1.5 million.
Is West Bloomfield good for lakefront homes?
Yes. West Bloomfield has dozens of lakes, which gives buyers more lakefront options at more price points than most of Oakland County.
What school districts serve Bloomfield Hills and West Bloomfield?
Bloomfield Hills Schools, Birmingham Public Schools, West Bloomfield School District and Walled Lake Consolidated Schools serve different parts of these communities.
What’s the difference between Bloomfield Hills and Bloomfield Township?
Bloomfield Hills is a small, separate city. Bloomfield Township surrounds it and is much larger. They have separate local governments and tax rates.
