Colonial Acres

Colonial Acres is a 55+ community in South Lyon, Michigan. This established community has 818 attached homes featuring low-maintenance exteriors and spacious floor plans within a small-town atmosphere. In addition to quality home designs, residents can enjoy charming amenities that promote an active and social lifestyle. The community’s prime location provides residents with easy access to the shopping center of Novi as well as the big-city entertainment of Detroit that is just a short drive away. 

Homebuyers seeking an attached home for sale in South Lyon, MI will love what Colonial Acres has to offer. 

Colonial Acres Amenities & Lifestyle 

Residents of Colonial Acres have access to well-appointed amenities including a clubhouse with a multipurpose room. The amenities continue outdoors as residents can enjoy swimming laps in the pool or lounge on the patio. The community also provides plenty of natural space as well as parks and scenic ponds for a tranquil setting. 

Members of the community enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a homeowners’ association that takes care of landscaping, common area maintenance, snow removal, and water. With more free time, homeowners can connect with neighbors at the clubhouse or spend quality time with family. 

Colonial Acres Homes & Real Estate 

Colonial Acres was built between 1977 and 1988 and has a total of 818 ranch-style attached homes available as resale. The attached homes range from 900 to 1,800 square feet and have one to three bedrooms and one to two bathrooms. Most homes have assigned outdoor parking spaces. 

Features in homes include central air conditioning, master bedrooms with walk-in closets, laminate cabinets and countertops, gourmet kitchens, double stainless steel sinks, and bathrooms with ceramic tile. Some homes may also have updated thermal windows and doors, sound suppressing walls, heated full basements, and a laundry tub. 

Surrounding Area 

Colonial Acres is located in South Lyon, just 45 minutes from Detroit. This location puts residents in easy reach of daily needs and fun urban opportunities. 

Residents of Colonial Acres are also close to any daily conveniences they may need, including Meijer, Kroger, and Walmart. Pharmacy needs can be met at Walgreens, CVS, Meijer Pharmacy, or Walmart Pharmacy. 

Colonial Acres is also close to multiple health care providers, including Brighton Hospital, University of Michigan Hospital, and St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor.

Those who are looking for entertainment or dining options in the area, can travel along I-96 into neighboring city Novi, which is a hub for local eateries, bars, and retail shops. There are also a variety of attractions in the area, including Belle Isle Aquarium, Charles H. Wright Museum, and Detroit Institute of Arts.

Those who want to get outside can find plenty of options to explore in the area. There are multiple greenspaces and parks to choose from, including McHattie Park, Huron Valley Trail, Paul F. Baker Memorial Park, and Magic Forest Trail. Golfers can also find multiple courses to tee of at, including Moose Ridge Golf Course, Tanglewood Golf Course, and Cattails Golf Club.

Members of the community who want to visit nearby metropolitan areas are in luck. Colonial Acres is a 45-minute drive to Downtown Detroit, providing easy access to everything the city has to offer. For longer trips, Coleman A. Young International Airport is just under an hour away.