Strong Schools. Great Amenities. Wayne County Prices.
One of Wayne County's largest townships—Plymouth-Canton schools at a lower price point than Plymouth
$320K
Median Home Price
98,000
Population
17,000
PCCS Students
22
Avg Days on Market
Canton Homes for Sale
Browse active listings filtered specifically for Canton — updated in real time from MLS.
Browse Canton Homes →Why Canton?
Canton is in the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools district—one of the stronger districts in Southeast Michigan—at prices that typically run 20–30% below neighboring Plymouth or Northville. That difference is the main reason family buyers end up here.
The township has solid infrastructure: Summit on the Park for recreation, Cherry Hill Village for a walkable neighborhood feel, and the Ford Road corridor for retail and dining. Most day-to-day needs are within Canton without driving far.
Homes range from entry-level ranches in established subdivisions to larger colonials in Pheasant Ridge and Antique Forest. If you want a good school district in Wayne County without paying Northville or Plymouth prices, Canton is worth a close look.
Plymouth-Canton Schools
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools serves 17,000 students across 26 schools—one of Michigan's largest and most consistently high-performing districts. Canton students are served by Canton High School; Plymouth and Salem High Schools serve neighboring areas. All three are competitive, well-resourced, and consistently produce strong outcomes.
PCCS runs a robust dual-enrollment and AP program, and the athletic and arts programs are among the strongest in Wayne County. For buyers prioritizing school quality, this district punches well above its size.
View on GreatSchools →17,000
Students enrolled
26
Schools in district
3
High schools
Top 15%
Michigan school ranking (per MI Dept. of Education)
Featured: Pheasant Ridge
Canton's established luxury community
Price Range
$565K – $1.05M
Character
Executive Colonials
Location
North Canton
Pheasant Ridge is Canton's upper-end neighborhood—larger lots, higher-end finishes, and homes that commonly include in-ground pools, three-car garages, and finished basements. If you're looking at this price range in Canton, I can pull recent comparable sales and tell you what's currently on the market.
Community Highlights
What keeps buyers coming back to Canton
Summit on the Park
Canton's main recreation center with an aquatics complex, fitness facilities, ice arena, and event space.
Ford Road Corridor
Over 300 businesses along a major commercial corridor, including Michigan's only IKEA. Most day-to-day needs are within the township.
Cherry Hill Village
A mixed-use planned community with walkable streets, townhomes, local shops, and a community park.
Village Theater at Cherry Hill
A 400-seat professional venue hosting touring performances, concerts, and community productions.
Employment & Economy
Canton's economic base is broad. Ford Motor Company facilities and suppliers are within commuting range, healthcare employment is strong through the nearby Trinity Health system, and the Ford Road retail corridor supports thousands of service and retail jobs. The township's industrial parks house a mix of manufacturing, warehousing, and light industrial operations that provide stable employment across income levels.
The bigger picture is access. Canton sits at the intersection of I-275 and I-94, putting it within 30 minutes of Detroit, 20 minutes of Ann Arbor, and 25 minutes of Metro Airport. That location draws buyers whose jobs scatter across the region—and it's the underlying reason the market stays active year-round.
A Look at the City
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Whether you're buying, selling, or just getting a read on the market—I can give you a straight answer.