Chesterfield Township : Michigan
Living a Lakeside Lifestyle in Chesterfield Township, Michigan
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Where to Retire in Chesterfield Township and Home Prices
Chesterfield Township is made up nine communities, and Zillow reports the median home value was $308,025, in mid-2022. There is an active adult community here, see link at left.
What Is Special about Chesterfield Township
The community features a lake with boating and marinas, hiking, and parks. It offers a low cost of living and is close to a major city (Detroit). The Historical Society here is dedicated to preserving the history of the township and is very active offering programs and events.
What Is Not Special about Chesterfield Township
The area is cold in the winter with over 40 inches of snow; property taxes are higher here than in most Michigan counties.
Climate and Physical Environment
January's average temperature is 27 degrees, July's average is 75 degrees. Chesterfield Township gets about 40" of snow annually.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Lake St. Clair features a mile of shoreline and a 1,6000 foot boardwalk and is a popular place for boaters, fishermen and swimmers. The Chesterfield Historical Society is an important and active part of the community and presents many programs, festivals, and events. Because Chesterfield Township is made up of several communities, there are many parks that offer a lot to do which includes Pollard Park, made up of 128 acres and offers baseball fields, soccer fields, and hike and bike paths, Brandenburg Park is a waterfront park on the shores of Anchor Bay and features tennis, boat launches, a picnic area, horseshoes and volleyball. History buffs will enjoy Chesterfield Township's Historical Village, Michigan Transit Museum, Selfridge Military Air Museum and Stahl's Automotive Foundation's vintage vehicle collections. For Cultural events and great restaurants, Detroit is nearby.
Crime
The crime rate here is low.
Medical Facilities
Henry Ford Macomb Health Center is located here.
Transportation
The township offers Senior Transportation Services; the nearest international airport is in Windsor, Canada, about 45 miles away, Detroit's airport is about 50 miles away.
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