Pearl Beach, MI

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Population
4,506
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
579 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$301,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$83,208
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Pearl Beach is a quiet waterfront community tucked along the North Channel of the St. Clair River delta in southeastern Michigan. Home to roughly 4,700 residents within Clay Township, the neighborhood offers a relaxed, water-oriented lifestyle bordered by the scenic St. Johns Marsh and Lake St. Clair. Many residential streets feature canal access and river views, making it a popular haven for boaters, anglers, and nature enthusiasts. A local public pier gives residents an easy spot to cast a line, launch a kayak, or simply watch boats pass along the channel.

Families moving to Pearl Beach are served by Algonac Community Schools, with everyday conveniences and local dining located just minutes away in neighboring Algonac. State Route M-29 serves as the main artery through town, providing a scenic coastal drive north toward Marine City and west toward Metro Detroit. Daily life here revolves around the water, from summer afternoons cruising the delta to peaceful mornings along the marsh. For prospective buyers, Pearl Beach delivers a tranquil, laid-back setting with immediate access to some of the Great Lakes' finest boating waters.

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