Ferndale City Property Records in Michigan

Ferndale property records generally include parcel ownership, assessed value, tax history, legal descriptions, deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and transfer records. For Ferndale, Michigan, users can access assessment and local tax information through the City of Ferndale Assessor’s Office and the City of Ferndale Treasurer’s Office. Recorded land documents—such as deeds, mortgages, and liens—are maintained by the Oakland County Register of Deeds. Countywide parcel data and tax details may also be available through Oakland County Property Gateway and the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office. For property-related lawsuits, foreclosures, or judgments, users may search records through the Oakland County Circuit Court or the 43rd District Court where applicable. Always rely on these official government sources for the most accurate and legally recognized property information.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$91,732
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$233,600
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$3,768
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
2%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,235 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
68%
Population
Population:
19,156

Ferndale Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Ferndale, Michigan. It groups crime into violent crimes, which include murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, which include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. It shows how many incidents of each type were reported in the city.

The data shows 0 reported murders, 5 reported robberies, and 29 reported assaults in the violent crime group. In the property crime group, there were 291 reported property crimes, including 32 burglaries and 67 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts show how much reported crime of each type Ferndale had. Readers can use them to see the mix of violent and property crime, though the figures do not explain the causes of crime or show every incident that occurred.

Robberies
Robberies:
5
Burglary
Burglary:
32
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
67
Theft
Theft:
192
Assault
Assault:
29
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
5

What Is the Population Profile of Ferndale

Ferndale's Race and Ethnicity data shows the city's racial and ethnic makeup, with the number of residents and the percentage of the population in each group. The three largest groups are White (81%, 15,501 residents), Black (6%, 1,069 residents), and Hispanic (5%, 962 residents). The data also includes other racial and ethnic groups.

White
81%
15,501
Black
6%
1,069
Hispanic
5%
962
Two + Races
4%
841
Asian
3%
544
Other Race
1%
229
American Indian
0.05%
10
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Ferndale, Ratings Compared Across Michigan A

Ferndale's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Nightlife (A+), Access to Bars (A+), and Access to Coffee Shops (A+). Other notable ratings include Jobs (A), Walkability (A), and Public Schools (C). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A-
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
A+
Weather
Weather
C+
Commute
Commute
B-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
A+
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B
Good for Families
Good for Families
A-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A+
Housing
Housing
B+
Jobs
Jobs
A
Walkability
Walkability
A

How Educated Is Ferndale

Ferndale's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (36%), Masters Degree (16%), and High School (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
36%
Masters Degree
16%
High School
15%
Some College
13%
Associate Degree
6%
Below High School
4%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

Ferndale's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (46%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (30%) and 1960 - 1979 (15%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
46%
1940 - 1959
30%
1960 - 1979
15%
2000 - Present
5%
1980 - 1999
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Ferndale's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (42%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (37%) and 1 Bedroom (12%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
42%
2 Bedrooms
37%
1 Bedroom
12%
4 Bedrooms
8%
No Bedrooms
1%
5 or More Bedrooms
0.56%

What Is the Average Age

Ferndale's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (31%), 35 - 44 (18%), and 45 - 54 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
31%
35 - 44
18%
45 - 54
13%
65 Plus
11%
55 - 64
9%
Under 10
8%
18 - 24
6%
10 - 17
3%

Property Market Trends at Ferndale

Ferndale's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $233,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,235 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Ferndale's dynamic real estate landscape.

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