Ferndale City Property Records in Washington

Ferndale property records typically include ownership history, deeds, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, mortgages, liens, and sales data. For Ferndale, Michigan, users can access assessment and parcel details through The City of Ferndale Assessor’s Office or the city’s property/tax lookup resources. Official recorded documents—such as deeds, mortgages, releases, and liens—are maintained by the Oakland County Register of Deeds. Property tax billing and payment information may be available through The City of Ferndale Treasurer’s Office, while county-level tax or delinquency details can be checked with The Oakland County Treasurer’s Office. Broader parcel mapping, ownership, and assessment data may also be available through Oakland County Property Gateway. For disputes, foreclosures, probate-related property matters, or litigation involving real estate, relevant case records may be accessed through The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan or other applicable Michigan courts.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$83,839
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$492,400
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$3,181
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.65%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,461 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
66%
Population
Population:
15,447

Ferndale Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section shows reported crime in Ferndale, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crimes include murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

Ferndale recorded 0 murders, 2 robberies, and 11 assaults in the violent crime category. Reported property crimes total 261, including 38 burglaries and 12 motor vehicle thefts.

Users can use these counts to see which types of reported crime occur most often in Ferndale and how the violent and property categories compare. The figures reflect reported incidents only, so they show recorded activity rather than a complete measure of crime in the city.

Robberies
Robberies:
2
Burglary
Burglary:
38
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
12
Theft
Theft:
211
Assault
Assault:
11
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
4

What Is the Population Profile of Ferndale

In Ferndale, White residents are the largest group at 69% (10,595 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 16% (2,457) and Asian residents at 7% (1,119). Residents of two or more races make up 6% (904), and American Indian residents 2% (304). Black residents account for 0.29% (45), Other Race for 0.10% (15), and Pacific Islander for 0.05% (8).

White
69%
10,595
Hispanic
16%
2,457
Asian
7%
1,119
Two + Races
6%
904
American Indian
2%
304
Black
0.29%
45
Other Race
0.10%
15
Pacific Islander
0.05%
8

Ferndale, Ratings Compared Across Washington B-

Ferndale's ratings cover a range of aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Weather (A+), Access to Outdoor Activities (A), and Health & Fitness (A-). Other notable ratings include Commute (B+), Access to Parks (B+), and Public Schools (B-), while Jobs and Walkability each receive a C+. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

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

How Educated Is Ferndale

Ferndale's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (22%), Bachelor Degree (19%), and Some College (19%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
22%
Some College
19%
Bachelor Degree
19%
Masters Degree
10%
Associate Degree
9%
Below High School
6%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Ferndale's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. The largest share of homes was built during 2000 - Present (42%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (29%) and 1960 - 1979 (19%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

2000 - Present
42%
1980 - 1999
29%
1960 - 1979
19%
Before 1939
6%
1940 - 1959
5%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Ferndale's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. The largest share of homes has 3 Bedrooms (43%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (22%) and 4 Bedrooms (20%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
43%
2 Bedrooms
22%
4 Bedrooms
20%
5 or More Bedrooms
6%
1 Bedroom
6%
No Bedrooms
3%

What Is the Average Age

Ferndale's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (18%), Under 10 (15%), and 65 Plus (15%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
18%
Under 10
15%
65 Plus
15%
35 - 44
14%
45 - 54
12%
10 - 17
12%
55 - 64
8%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Ferndale

Ferndale's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $492,400. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,461 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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