Novi

Twelve Oaks, MotorCity Comic Con, and modern Oakland County.

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About Novi

A modern, planned Oakland County city built around Twelve Oaks.

Novi is one of metro Detroit's larger and faster-growing suburbs, with newer subdivisions, planned commercial corridors, and a population of about 67,000. The city sits at the I-96 and Beck Road corridor, making it one of the most commute-friendly addresses on the western edge of Oakland County.

Twelve Oaks Mall is the regional anchor, with more than 185 stores and restaurants across 1.4 million square feet. Anchors include Nordstrom and Macy's, alongside a deep mix of national brands. Just north, the Suburban Collection Showplace hosts MotorCity Comic Con (one of the Midwest's largest comic conventions), the Detroit Boat Show, and dozens of other major events each year.

Novi Community School District ranks #8 out of 619 districts in Michigan according to Niche, drawing families who want both shopping convenience and top-tier schools.

Lifestyle

What life looks like here.

Dining & Shopping

Twelve Oaks Mall, the Fountain Walk, and the Beck Road dining corridor cover most of the inventory. National chains run deep, with a steady flow of newer chef-driven independents.

Parks & Outdoors

Lakeshore Park (367 acres on Walled Lake), Ella Mae Power Park, Rotary Park, and access to the broader Oakland County and Wayne County park systems.

Schools

Novi Community School District ranks 8th in Michigan according to Niche, with a deep reputation for academics, arts, and athletics, and a competitive admissions process for the district's specialty programs.

Things to Do

Twelve Oaks Mall, MotorCity Comic Con, the Suburban Collection Showplace event calendar, Topgolf Novi, and an entertainment scene that runs through any weather thanks to the indoor draw.

Local Favorites

Places worth knowing.

Shopping

Twelve Oaks Mall

1.4 million square feet, 185-plus stores and restaurants. Nordstrom and Macy's anchor the regional draw, with brands you won't find elsewhere in Oakland County.

Annual Event

MotorCity Comic Con

One of the Midwest's largest comic conventions. Held at the Suburban Collection Showplace each spring with celebrity guests, exhibitors, and panels.

Family

Lakeshore Park

A 367-acre park on Walled Lake with hiking trails, mountain bike trails, picnic areas, and one of the prettiest sunsets in Oakland County.

Family

Suburban Collection Showplace

The 700,000-square-foot event venue that hosts MotorCity Comic Con, the Detroit Boat Show, and dozens of major events year-round.

Family

Topgolf Novi

The big indoor-outdoor entertainment hub on Catherine Avenue. Driving range meets hangout.

Outdoors

Walled Lake

The lake that runs along Lakeshore Park's edge. Public access for kayaks, paddleboards, and summer beach days.

Education

Novi Community School District.

Novi Community School District is consistently among Michigan's top-rated districts, ranked #8 out of 619 districts by Niche. The district runs Novi High School, Novi Meadows (an upper elementary), Novi Middle, and several elementary schools.

The district has a strong arts and music tradition, a deep slate of advanced and AP coursework, and a competitive culture in athletics, robotics, and academic teams.

#8 Michigan District (Niche)

1 High School

Strong Robotics & STEM

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