Auburn Hills, MI

Auburn Hills is an Oakland County city in Metro Detroit, situated along the Clinton River. It began as part of Pontiac Township and later developed into a major suburban employment center. Oakland University is one of its defining institutions, and the city is also known for corporate offices, retail, local parks, and freeway access. Auburn Hills feels more job-centered than many suburbs, with a mix of campus life, business parks, apartments, neighborhoods, and regional shopping tied into the broader Detroit economy.