Rochester Hills Apartments and Rentals

Situated in 32.2 square miles, Rochester Hills is located on the east central area of Oakland County and has a master land use plan implemented for efficient development. With plenty of recreational facilities, such as golf courses, skiing and swimming, it’s no wonder more than 71,400 residents call Rochester Hills home. The city has experienced a steady increase in population since the early 1990s when the town had roughly 10,000 less residents as it does today.

Rochester Hills apartments for rent are close to all the amenities one may want out of a bustling metropolis in a quiet suburb. Downtown Rochester Hills has national retailers and dining options, as well as local hot spots like Kruse & Muer. With plenty of shopping options, a day isn’t long enough to enjoy everything downtown Rochester Hills has to offer.

Avon Township, which is now Rochester and Rochester Hills was one of the first areas settled in the county. Once a quaint farm community, Rochester Hills was privately owned for the first 33 years of existence in the late 1800s. Between 1910 and 1920, the population of Rochester Hills grew into a bustling city as workers from Detroit moved to the area for larger homes and yards. This caused the rapid addition of 35 subdivisions between 1915 and 1930.

After being hit by the Great Depression, Rochester Hills started to prosper again in the 1940s. Since then, the community has grown into an affluent suburb with superb public amenities all around. Today, rentals in Rochester Hills are near museums, an art center, symphony and public library.

Residents of Rochester Hills have a couple options for post secondary education, including Oakland University and Rochester College. Both schools are located within the city limits and welcome students from the area and beyond. Oakland University is also one of the top employers in Rochester Hills.

Oakland County is one of the fastest growing economies in Michigan, making it a great place to find a career. More than 650 foreign firms from more than 20 different countries have businesses in the area, as well as several Fortune 500 companies. Daimler-Chrysler is located in nearby Auburn Hills and is responsible for many jobs in the area. Between 2004 and 2012, the county experienced $21 million in new investment creating close to 2,500 jobs.

Due to the high quality of life in Rochester Hills and abundance of amenities, the overall cost of living is 5 points higher than the national average. However, food is 8 points lower than the national average, according to Best Places. Utilities are rated as 4 points higher than the rest of the nation, which is likely caused by the long, cold winters in Michigan.

Being in close proximity to virtually everything, apartments for rent in Rochester Hills, MI cost $993, according to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Noted as summer’s best staycation, Festival of the Hills is a cherished community tradition. The family-friendly event hosts Michigan’s second largest fireworks display, local vendors and plenty of summer fun. Since 1977, Rochester Hills has also been the home to the Annual Leader Dog Spring Carnival featuring rides, games and food for the entire family. The International Velodrome at Bloomer Park is one of only 26 velodromes in North America and it hosts a 6-day race each year with live music and homegrown talent.

One of Rochester Hill’s greatest attractions is the Yates Cider Mill, which has been powered by water since 1863. Featuring pony rides and a hot dog stand on the weekends, as well as fresh cider, baked goods and donuts, this is a must visit spot each year. The Middleton Cider Mill is just 3 miles away, where fresh cider and donuts are made daily, along with fresh pies, caramel apples and candy.

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