Where Living Is A Vacation – Lake Orion

LO Living.

What started as a playground destination back in the 1800’s continues to be a place where you come to enjoy life! It’s where the lakes start and your worries end. Where relaxation finds its way into everyday life.

This is Lake Orion, and we are the Heart & Hub of the Orion Community. Filled with friendly, fun and welcoming people, we’re dedicated to art, music and preserving our historic heritage. You can see visions of this rich heritage being realized today, with a fresh face in our historic downtown, dragons around every corner and new businesses saying YES to economic development.

We invite you to take a stroll through our downtown. Dine with us, listen to music and discover our unique traditions. Whether you’re new or if you already live, work and play here, you’ll love spending time in Lake Orion, where living is a vacation!

OUR RESIDENTS LOVE IT HERE

“I grew up in Lake Orion but then moved out of state for many years.  There was never a question that my husband and I would want our kids to grow up here and when we decided to move our family back three and a half years ago, I was a little worried we wouldn’t have much to do. Now that we’re back, I’m really pleased with all the changes that have taken place over the past few years. Lake Orion’s no longer a sleepy little village. Now the Downtown has tons of new shops and restaurants and there always seems to be some kind of an event to look forward to. My family and I are very grateful to the Village and the DDA for creating such a vibrant community.” 

– Molly Stevenson

 

 “The quality of the products in every store and restaurant, score high in my experience. All of the business owners are professional and make you feel like family. They are of high integrity and go out of their way to offer assistance. Many are all into partnering to help the whole work together as a team. They are involved in charitable efforts to give back to not only Orion residence, but beyond. It’s a great time to walk into any establishment. A big plus is the people here are off the charts with a sense of humor. Something the world needs more of. YES!”  

– Dolly Gott

“I love it here. It has the small town feel, but there’s always something going on – great places to eat, music, lots of parks and trails. I tell everyone I finally live in the town I’ve always wanted to, and I didn’t have to move. It just grew up around me!” 

– Carol Anne Roughton 

“My family moved to Oxford over 20 years ago, my husband’s family has lived in Orion Township for almost 30 years now and after we got married we bought the perfect house for us in the Village of Lake Orion 5 years ago. I love living here and I love all the work the DDA has done for the village in the 6 years I’ve been here!
We have 3 small children and the parks, the shops, the events and the walkability make living here too hard to leave.”

– Jessica Watterworth

OUR BUSINESS OWNERS DO, TOO

” When searching for the next location to open our Fork N’ Pint restaurant, we wanted a place where family operations were valued and participation in local events and happens was encouraged. The Village of Lake Orion was the perfect location. From the eclectic group of family-owned shops and businesses to the multiple events in the downtown and surrounding area, we believed the sense of family and community values were strong and prevalent. We at Fork N’ Pint are proud to open our doors, to serve and be part of this wonderful community.” 

– DOUG YOUNG, Restaurant Owner

 

“Lake Orion is a great place to have a business. I have seen a lot of positive changes over the last 10 years and think the future looks bright. I’m proud to be a part of this community.”

– DIA ZARAGA, Owner of Sagebrush Cantina

“As a longtime resident of Lake Orion, I have always wanted to locate my restaurant in the Village of Lake Orion. The downtown is vibrant and a great gathering place for everyone. Walking through the Village and enjoying the local shops and restaurants is always a good time. I am excited to be able to open Lockhart’s BBQ in such a great community.”

– DREW CIORA, Owner of 313 Pizza Bar 

“I am excited to join the great businesses in the Village of Lake Orion by adding an acoustic music venue, social café & creamery to the already great offerings in the area. I chose Lake Orion because I have been a resident for more than 20 year and love our downtown. Our location next to a music school and the arts center feels like a divinely planned “arts district” and we are happy to be at the center of it and only a block from great retail and dining options.”

– ALLAN GOETZ, Owner of 20 Front St.

Diverse Real Estate

Lakefront living to historic neighborhoods, new construction to country setting. Many build-able lots available. Buy, build or renovate – we’ve got it all covered!

 

historic downtown

Downtown is a Nationally Registered Historic District filled with restaurants, shopping and many services.

 

 

blue ribbon school district

Lake Orion Community Schools welcome you!

 

 

united community 

Many notable community events like Dragon on the Lake, Flower & Art Fair, Lake Orion Jubilee & many more.

 

 

active lifestyle

 Ride or bike on the Paint Creek or Polly Ann trails, visit our state recreation area or one of Lake Orion’s 27 Lakes.