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Elm Heights

Wayne County · Family-Friendly

Elm Heights

Charming downtown Plymouth homes from the 1920s to new builds — tree-lined streets with easy access to the city’s best schools and parks.

Mix of 1920s bungalows and new construction on quiet tree-lined streets Walkable access to downtown Plymouth and Kellogg Park Strong Plymouth-Canton school access

Quick Facts

ZIP48170
CategoryFamily-Friendly
Platted1920
Main CorridorElm St / Evergreen Ave / Junction St corridor
CountyWayne County

At A Glance

Walkability68/100
Commute5 minutes walk or 2 minutes drive
InterstateI-275 via Ann Arbor Trail, 3 miles east
VibeClassic, family-centered, walkable — Plymouth's central residential core
Best ForFamilies wanting Plymouth-Canton schools within city limits; buyers seeking walkable access to downtown; professionals wanting Plymouth character without premium Hough Park pricing

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Location

Elm Heights is located in central Plymouth, roughly along Elm Street and Evergreen Avenue south of downtown. The neighborhood is within walking distance of Kellogg Park and downtown Plymouth, about half a mile from Main Street. I-275 access is via Ann Arbor Trail about 3 miles east.

Open Elm Heights in Google Maps →42.3700° N, 83.4730° W · ZIP 48170

Character

Elm Heights is a quintessential Plymouth neighborhood — well-maintained older homes alongside modern new builds on modest lots with mature tree canopy. It appeals to families seeking Plymouth-Canton schools within the city of Plymouth itself, and to buyers who want walkability to downtown Plymouth's vibrant restaurant and arts scene.

History

Elm Heights developed in the 1920s and 1930s as Plymouth grew outward from its original town plat. The neighborhood has seen consistent reinvestment with teardowns and new construction, reflecting Plymouth's sustained desirability.

Schools

Elementary
Starkweather Elementary School
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Middle
West Middle School
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
High
Plymouth High School (Wildcats)
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools

Ratings from the South Carolina School Report Card (state Department of Education) — not third-party aggregators.

Nearby Retail & Dining

  • Downtown Plymouth — Main Street / Kellogg Park — Full restaurant row, coffee, boutiques, and events (0.5 mi north)

Healthcare & Essentials

  • Henry Ford Medical Center — Plymouth Medical center (2 mi north)
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School data from the SC Department of Education Report Card. Page maintained by HEREPlymouth.