50+ Parks & Recreation Facilities – including community parks, mini‑parks, nature reserves covering over 310 acres
Memorial Park (24 acres) – baseball, softball, football, tennis courts, playground, pavilion, concessions, and WWII Legacy Memorial
Normandy Oaks Park (40 acres) – splash pad, large playground, soccer fields, paved and nature trails, and restrooms & pavilion
Starr Jaycee Park & Tenhave Woods – natural playgrounds, Frisbee golf, woodland trails
Modern Skate & Surf Indoor Skate Park – over 1 acre of ramps, rails, and bowl—great for skateboarding & BMX
Municipal Facilities & Recreation – pavilion rentals (Memorial Park, Normandy Oaks) and community center-style programs
Outdoor Recreation – sled hills, playgrounds, walking loops in city parks; proximity to Detroit Zoo, Huron‑Clinton Metroparks for hiking and boating
Oak City Grille – American bar & grill on 6th Street with live music nightly
Fifth Avenue – landmark sports bar/nightclub featuring games, TVs, rotating taps
Johnny’s Speakeasy – secret‑entry cocktail bar praised for top‑tier drinks
Iron Horse, Bar Louie, Three Cats, Lily’s Seafood & Brewery, HopCat – for craft cocktails, seafood, and laid‑back eats
O.W.L. Diner – popular late‑night Mexican‑American spot on Woodward (open past midnight)
Pinky’s Rooftop – rooftop dining & drinks with views
Live Entertainment – Royal Oak Music Theatre (1,700‑seat historic vaudeville venue) and a vibrant downtown arts scene
Shopping & Services – boutiques, salons, galleries throughout downtown; walkable and transit-ready
Community Events – summer concerts, festivals, farmers markets, and city‑sponsored programs in parks
Population & Diversity – ~58,200 people, median household income ~$95K, 97% US citizens; 66% homeownership
Home Market – median listing price ~$375–383K; typical sale price ~$352K; high turnover (med. 12 days on market)
Housing Stock – mix of historic early‑20th‑century homes, mid‑century bungalows, townhomes, and apartments; walkable neighborhoods
Education – Served by Royal Oak and Royal Oak Schools, alongside private/charter options; close to Detroit Zoo and Huron‑Clinton parks for field trips
Recreation Programs – Active youth sports, outdoor events, senior programs, pavilion rentals, and skate programs via Parks & Rec
Location – ~12 mi north of Detroit, bounded by Woodward, I‑75, and I‑696; average 24-min commute and 2 cars per household
Transit & Walkability – Very walkable city core with shops and nightlife; SMART bus service; car-oriented beyond downtown
Sam and SK Group have the experience to help a wide range of clients from first-time buyers to multi-property investors. We recognize the uniqueness of each situation and strive to provide a personalized approach to meet the needs of each client.