Oakland County, Michigan · eXp Realty
Clarkston, MI Homes for Sale
Clarkston and Independence Township offer a walkable downtown village, larger lots, and a range of homes from historic in-village houses to newer subdivisions.
I'm ShaNayta (Shay) McClain — most people call me Shay — a Michigan REALTOR® with eXp Realty. Everything below is here to help you search Clarkston / Independence Township on your own terms. When you want a real answer on a specific house, call or text me.
Clarkston ZIP codes: 48346, 48347, 48348. See all Michigan ZIP codes.
What the Clarkston housing market looks like
Searches for "Clarkston" cover two different things: the City of the Village of Clarkston, a small historic village, and the surrounding Independence Township, where most listings with a Clarkston mailing address actually sit. Village homes are older and on smaller lots; township listings run from 1990s and 2000s subdivisions to larger acreage parcels.
What to check when you search in Clarkston
- Check whether a listing is inside the village limits or in Independence Township — taxing jurisdiction and lot size usually differ.
- Historic village homes can have their own exterior review requirements; ask before planning changes.
- Larger township parcels are often on well and septic, which affects inspection and lender requirements.
- Subdivision homes here frequently carry an HOA; get the dues and the bylaws early.
Local reference points
- Downtown Clarkston historic district
- Independence Oaks County Park
- Pine Knob area
- I-75 at Sashabaw Road
Housing information on this page is general and objective. For school information, use the State of Michigan's official MI School Data site. I don't make claims about neighborhoods or who should live in them — that's your decision, and Fair Housing law requires it be yours.
Search Clarkston MLS Listings
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ShaNayta (Shay) McClain, Real Estate Agent · Brokerage: eXp Realty. Realcomp II Ltd. is the multiple listing service, not the brokerage.
Buying in Clarkston
Clarkston inventory tends to be tighter than the surrounding area, so timing matters. I'll keep an eye on new listings and coming-soons and get you in the door early rather than after the weekend rush.
Schedule a ShowingShowing requests are sent to me and aren't confirmed until I get back to you.
What could my Clarkston home sell for?
Preparation makes a real difference on Clarkston homes — photos, timing, and pricing. I'll tell you what's worth doing before the listing goes live and what isn't worth your money.
See the full seller checklistCommon questions about Clarkston homes
- How do I see houses for sale in Clarkston, MI?
- Call or text me at 248-270-8529 and tell me your price range and the areas you like. I'll set up a live search so new Clarkston listings reach you as they hit the market, and I can get you inside a home the same week in most cases.
- How much is my Clarkston home worth?
- There's no honest way to answer that from a website alone. I'll look at what has actually sold near you, walk the home, and give you a realistic range with the reasoning behind it. It's free and there's no obligation to list.
- Do I need 20% down to buy in Clarkston?
- Usually not. FHA loans publish a 3.5% down payment at a 580 score, VA and USDA loans have no published down payment requirement for buyers who qualify, and MSHDA runs down payment assistance for Michigan buyers. My down payment help page links to each agency's own page.
- What are property taxes like in Clarkston?
- Michigan taxes depend on the home's taxable value and whether you claim it as your principal residence, so two homes on the same street can differ. My property tax estimator gives you a ballpark by city, and I'll confirm the actual figures on any home before you write an offer.
- Why do Clarkston listings look so different from each other?
- Because the name covers a small historic village and a much larger township around it. A 1900s village house and a 2005 subdivision colonial can both be listed as Clarkston. I'll tell you which one a listing actually is before you drive out.