Canton

Canton, MI: A Fast-Growing Detroit Suburb

Canton might be considered a commuter town for Detroit but it’s so much more than that to its residents.

Located about 10 miles west of Detroit city limits, this charter township is considered one of the state’s fastest growing communities. By 2010, it had a population of 90,173, making it the state’s 11th largest community.

This History of this Michigan Community

This community was created by an act of the Michigan Territorial Legislature in March 1834 using a portion of Plymouth Township.

It was named to honor the port and provincial capital of the same name in Imperial China.

In 1982, the Canton Historical Society and Museum opened to help preserve the community’s history. It is still operating to this day.

Modern Day Canton

Today, this 36 square mile community is popular for its easy access to Ann Arbor and Detroit as well as its high quality of life.

Residents also should know that there are two distinct communities located within this modern-day township: Sheldon and Cherry Hill.

Sheldon is located just west of Interstate 275 and was named after Timothy F. Sheldon, who bought the land in 1842.

Cherry Hill is a historic locale situated in the west of the township. It is well-known for its new urbanist community and is located right along the Lower River Rouge.

The Village Theater is also located there.

A Great Local Jobs Market

Residents also love this town for its robust jobs market. Some of the top employers in the city are:

• Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
• Yazaki North America
• Walmart
• AD Transport Express
• Sysco Detroit
• Charter Township of Canton

Publisher Visible Ink Press is also headquartered in Canton

Education Opportunities for Young Canton Residents

Parents of school age children will be pleased to discover that this community has an excellent public school system in the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools district. Schools within this district include:

• Allen Elementary School
• Bentley Elementary School
• Bird Elementary School
• Dodson Elementary School
• Eriksson Elementary School
• Miller Elementary School
• West Middle School
• East Middle School
• Pioneer Middle School
• Plymouth High School
• Salem High School

Residents living in part of this town are also served by some excellent schools within Wayne-Westland Community Schools as well as Van Buren Public Schools.

There are also some charter schools in the area, including:

• Canton Charter Academy
• Achieve Charter Academy
• South Canton Scholars Charter Academy

Plus, there are a number of private schools that serve Canton as well, such as:

• All Saints Catholic School
• Plymouth Christian Academy
• Plymouth Canton Montessori
• Crescent Academy International

Fun With the Family on Weekends

Canton is home to a number of public parks that families love to enjoy on the weekends. These include:

• Heritage Park
• Griffin Park
• Freedom Park

There are also a number of shopping plazas located around the city. And Twelve Oaks Mall in Novi is also close by.

Plus, as previously mentioned, the Village Theater is located within town limits, giving residents a taste of the arts.

Find Your Next Michigan Home in Canton

Doesn’t this sound like a wonderful place to live? If you agree, please take a moment to contact us at the Kekich Team. We will answer any questions you have and also share with you information about available Canton homes for sale.

We’re Your Canton Home Selling Experts Too!

Please contact us if you’re already a resident of this community and you’re interested in listing your property on the market. We’d be happy to assist by first offering a free home evaluation!