BUYING IN METRO DETROIT

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Finding the right home isn't about rushing into a fast contract. We analyze school districts, local infrastructure, and street-by-street market data to help you plant roots at your own pace.

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THE MACFARLAND Mission

CLEAR PATH TO THE RIGHT Home

We don’t just open doors and hand you corporate sales pitches. Whether you are buying your very first home or transitioning out of the house where you raised your family, our approach is built on clear communication, deep local roots, and disarming honesty.

From evaluating public safety and school boundaries to looking closely at home infrastructure, we bring real numbers directly to your kitchen table. We make sure you understand the true heartbeat of the community before you ever sign a single line.

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STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

THE HOMEBUYING ROADMAP

How our team guides you smoothly from our first conversation to your new set of keys.

Consultation & Strategy

We sit down to discuss your long-term goals, financial comfort zone, and exact neighborhood preferences with zero upfront commitments.

Smart Financing

We connect you with trusted local lenders to secure a clear pre-approval, ensuring you move forward with a solid, realistic budget.

Hyperlocal Search

We find properties based on real infrastructure, school boundaries, and true local value—not just automated online filters.

Honest Home Tours

We look past the fresh paint. Our team evaluates the roof, foundation, and major mechanicals to protect your investment.

Data-Driven Offers

No guessing games or overpaying. We back our negotiation strategies with solid local numbers to give you a clear advantage.

Seamless Closing

We manage the inspections, paperwork, and strict timelines flawlessly so you can cross the finish line with complete peace of mind.

Client Stories

Proven Results

"Dave has helped us multiple times in the past, so when we began searching for a family cottage, we knew we had to call MacFarland and Co. Dave helped us find the perfect up north cottage and even negotiated the final price down after some issues were found during the inspection. Dave and his team are very knowledgeable and communicated well from start to finish. The entire process was seamless thanks to Dave and his staff…
nsecor24
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"Dave made the selling process for my husband and I easy, fast, and completely seamless. Dave got us top dollar for our condo sale, beyond what we expected! Any of our constant questions or concerns we had were addressed immediately and explained in detail to make sure we were confident and comfortable with the process. He knew the market well and how to position us to get the best deals possible, all while taking our want…
emilyt5258
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"Dave and the staff at MacFarland & Co Real Estate are professionals and very good at what they do. They took care of all of the many details involved and my house sold in four days.Highly recommended!"
Tom Wri
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Featured Listings

Featured local homes

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$150,000
3128 Elmwood Street
Detroit, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of DTW Experts LLC.
4 Beds 1 Baths 2,094 Sqft
$310,000
1815 Manorhaven Street
Brandon Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of ERA Prime Real Estate Group.
3 Beds 1 Baths 1,568 Sqft
$350,000
662 Coughlan Street
Auburn Hills, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of @properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham.
3 Beds 1 Baths 1,758 Sqft
$224,900
505 Forest Street
Wyandotte, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Real Estate One-Southgate.
5 Beds 2 Baths 2,378 Sqft
$215,000
1703 S Hill Boulevard
Bloomfield Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of DOBI Real Estate.
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,674 Sqft
$3,000
7889 Telegraph Road
Taylor, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Century 21 Curran & Oberski.
3,660 Sqft
$185,000
18633 W McNichols Road
Detroit, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of KW Domain.
800 Sqft
$159,000
3550 Drahner Road
Addison Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Good Company.
4.63 Acres
$845,000
4542 Walden Drive
Bloomfield Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Bajoka Property Group, LLC.
4 Beds 2 Baths 3,596 Sqft
$950,000
640 CHESTERFIELD Avenue
Birmingham, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of KW Domain.
4 Beds 2 Baths 2,425 Sqft
$799,900
5871 Everton Court
Troy, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Vanguard Realty Group LLC.
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,000 Sqft
$459,900
17956 Tall Oaks Court
Huron Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of KW Professionals.
4 Beds 2 Baths 2,400 Sqft
$129,900
32013 W 12 Mile Rd Road 306
Farmington Hills, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Real Estate One-Troy.
1 Beds 1 Baths 701 Sqft
$859,000
411 S Main Street
Rochester, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Epique Inc..
1,722 Sqft
$95,000
2715 Fort Street
Wyandotte, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Century 21 Curran & Oberski.
1,900 Sqft
$124,999
3577 Fort Street
Lincoln Park, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of New Era Real Estate LLC.
1,520 Sqft
$249,900
985 Boston Avenue
Waterford Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC.
2,000 Sqft
$439,900
28700 W 14 Mile Road
West Bloomfield Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of My Realty LLC.
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,288 Sqft
$129,900
2514 Beals Street
Detroit, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of REMAX City Centre.
5 Beds 2 Baths 1,510 Sqft
$300,000
1062 Paint Creek Lane
Rochester Hills, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of BND Realty.
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,220 Sqft
$259,999
5049 W Harvard Avenue
Independence Twp, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Realty Executives Home Towne Shelby.
4 Beds 2 Baths 1,872 Sqft
$350,000
4706 Thorncroft Avenue
Royal Oak, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Realteam Real Estate.
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,211 Sqft
$1,395,000
489 Ballantyne Road
Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Sine & Monaghan LLC.
3 Beds 3 Baths 4,992 Sqft
$242,900
3921 Harding Street
Dearborn Heights, MI
Provided through IDX through Realcomp II Ltd. Courtesy of Prime + Property.
3 Beds 1 Baths 1,215 Sqft

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