Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
19%
Chesterfield, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$911
Population
46,609
Renter Mix
18% Rent
A surprisingly affordable waterfront community
Commuter
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Suburb
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Rural
Sitting along Anchor Bay's western shore, Chesterfield offers sunrise views over the water and straightforward I-94 access to Detroit. This Macomb County township balances suburban space with genuine waterfront character—a rare combination. Chesterfield Road and Hall Road anchor the commercial district, lined with grocery stores, local diners, and big-box retailers that keep errands manageable. With Selfridge Air National Guard Base to the south and quiet, tree-lined residential streets throughout, the township maintains a grounded, unhurried feel.
The rental market features garden-style apartments and townhomes, including newer builds with contemporary finishes. Options range from studios to spacious two-bedrooms. Established in 1842 and designated a charter township in 1989, Chesterfield has deep Michigan roots—the area's first European-American settlement dates to 1830, predating the Grand Trunk Railway that later put it on the map.
Explore the City
Chesterfield Township is the perfect place for new families.
Kids will enjoy playing on the expansive playground at Bertha M. Pollard Park.
Spend the day fishing or boating at Brandenburg Park.
Kids will enjoy cooling off at Brandenburg Park's splash pad.
Homeowners enjoy easy access to boat storage located along Jefferson Avenue in Chesterfield Twp.
Even homes located inland in Chesterfield Township can enjoy access to the water.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$85,502
Average: $102,934
Education
11,106
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
25,714
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Chesterfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
18%
Non-Renters
82%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of August 2026, the average apartment rent in Chesterfield, MI is $780 for a studio, $902 for one bedroom, and $1,469 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chesterfield has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$902/month
742 Sq Ft
House
$1,632/month
1,163 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Chesterfield, MI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
382 Students
Francis A. Higgins Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
387 Students
Joseph M. Carkenord Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
642 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
451 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
309 Students
L'anse Creuse Middle School - East
Public
Grades 6-8
591 Students
Anchor Bay Middle School South
Public
Grades 6-8
810 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Wetzel State Recreation Area
- Michigan Transit Museum
- Lake St. Clair Metropark
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.