Birmingham-Bloomfield is one of the most desirable areas in Metro Detroit, composed of the City of Birmingham, the City of Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, The Villages of Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms and Franklin. The older downtown areas of Birmingham and Franklin are graced with eclectic housing styles while the surrounding areas include more traditional neighborhoods. The rolling terrain includes many lakes, rivers and natural areas. A variety of incomes, age groups and lifestyles characterize the population of the area. There are many kinds of housing options available, from estates with large acreage parcels to condominiums.
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Recreational opportunities abound with many parks and both private and public golf courses. Oakland Hills Country Club, the host of many US Opens, PGA tournaments and the 2004 Ryder Cup Matches is located in the heart of Bloomfield Township. Bloomfield Hills is the home of the famous Cranbrook School and Community, including a world-famous science center with a planetarium. The quaint Village of Franklin is a quiet enclave, famous for its cider mill and turn of the century shops. Brownstones line the downtown Birmingham area, where you'll find the finest restaurants, shopping and entertainment, all in a walkable community. The public schools system, along with many renowned private schools, is among the finest in the nation.
