Living in Howell, MI
National Main Street Award-winning Victorian downtown, spacious acreage lots, Thompson Lake recreation, and strong family values.
Welcome to Howell
As the county seat of Livingston County, Howell boasts a Great American Main Street Award-winning downtown lined with 19th-century Victorian buildings, independent boutiques, the historic Howell Opera House, and the famous Sunday Farmers Market.
Surrounding townships (Marion, Oceola, Howell, and Genoa) offer buyers generous multi-acre homesites, modern family subdivisions, and lakeside living around Thompson Lake and Chemung Lake.
What Locals Love About Howell
Dining & Shopping
Award-winning historic Downtown Howell featuring Diamonds Steak & Seafood, Silver Pig, Aberrant Ales, and local bakeries.
Parks & Recreation
Scofield Park & City Beach on Thompson Lake, Howell Nature Center, and Tanger Outlets Howell nearby.
Schools & Education
Served by Howell Public Schools and adjacent A-rated Hartland Consolidated Schools.
Commute & Location
Direct I-96 access provides smooth commutes east to Brighton/Novi and west toward East Lansing.
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View AllFrequently Asked Questions About Howell, MI Real Estate
What makes Howell, MI attractive to homebuyers?
Howell offers an award-winning historic downtown, larger lot sizes and acreage options, low Livingston County taxes, and an accessible average home price near $415,000.
Are there lakefront homes in Howell?
Yes, all-sports Thompson Lake right in Howell and nearby Lake Chemung offer popular lakefront and lake-access homes.
How far is Howell from Brighton and Novi?
Howell is just 10 minutes west of Brighton and 25 minutes west of Novi along I-96.
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