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Big parks, corporate campuses and a historic downtown next door in Farmington.

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About Farmington Hills

Farmington Hills is one of Oakland County's largest cities by area, a mix of established residential neighborhoods, corporate offices and commercial corridors along Grand River Avenue, Orchard Lake Road and Twelve Mile.

Its park system is a genuine strength. Heritage Park's several hundred acres of woods, trails and nature center sit near the middle of the city, and smaller parks and recreation facilities are spread throughout the neighborhoods.

The much smaller City of Farmington sits entirely surrounded by Farmington Hills, and its compact historic downtown — the Sundquist Pavilion, the farmers market, a handful of restaurants — serves as the shared town center for both communities.

What Farmington Hills is known for

  • Heritage Park and a large city park system
  • Corporate offices and professional services
  • The adjacent historic downtown Farmington
  • A diverse residential population
  • Well-regarded public schools
  • Grand River and Orchard Lake commercial corridors

Neighborhoods and areas

  • Downtown Farmington (adjacent city)
  • Heritage Park area
  • Independence Commons
  • Ramblewood

Farmington Hills questions, answered

Is Farmington Hills the same as Farmington?
No. They are two separate cities. The small City of Farmington, with the historic downtown, is surrounded by the much larger Farmington Hills.
What is the biggest park in Farmington Hills?
Heritage Park, a large wooded park with trails, a nature center and picnic areas near the center of the city.
Where is Farmington Hills in relation to Detroit?
It sits in southwestern Oakland County, northwest of Detroit, with easy access via I-696 and M-5.

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