Lakewood: an Ann Arbor neighborhood
A west-side Ann Arbor area named for First and Second Sister Lakes and the woods around Dolph Park, with housing from 1980s subdivisions to newer condos.
Where the name comes from
Lakewood takes its name from First Sister and Second Sister lakes and the woods around Dolph Park, on Ann Arbor's west side. The broader area extends west past the city line into Scio and Lodi townships.
The houses
The mix is wide: detached ranches, townhouses, larger homes on big lots, and even farms further out. Subdivisions such as Burr Oak, Liberty Pointe and Liberty Oaks date to the 1980s, while condominium communities like Parkwood and Scio Village are newer. The Devine Preserve trails are nearby, and Jackson Avenue and I-94 run along parts of the area.
Selling in Lakewood
Because "Lakewood" covers city addresses and township addresses, two similar houses a short drive apart can have different taxes, services and municipal rules. That matters when you price a home and when you explain it to buyers. If you're selling here, it's worth knowing exactly which jurisdiction your address falls in, and how buyers' property taxes can change after a sale (Michigan's tax uncapping, explained).
Frequently asked questions about Lakewood
Why is it called Lakewood?
The name refers to First Sister and Second Sister lakes and the woods around Dolph Park on Ann Arbor's west side.
Is all of Lakewood inside the City of Ann Arbor?
No. The area commonly called Lakewood extends west into Scio and Lodi townships, so check the specific address to know which municipality it's in.
Thinking about selling in Lakewood?
Call before you clean, repair or stage. I'll walk through what your house actually needs (and what it doesn't), what it's likely to sell for, and how to reach the buyers looking in Lakewood right now.