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Holly, MI

Holly is a village in north Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 5,997 at the 2020 census. The village is located within Holly Township. It is about 15 miles (24 km) south of Flint and 55 miles (89 km) northwest of Detroit. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.04 sq mi (7.87 km2), of which 2.76 sq mi (7.15 km2) (90.79%) is land and 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) (9.21%) is water.

As of February 2024, Holly Academy was a K-8 charter school with a roll of 586, authorized and supported by Central Michigan University. Holly is the site of the Annual Holly Dickens Festival, as well as the Michigan Renaissance Festival, which was the main shooting location for the romantic comedy film All's Faire in Love (2009). Holly is the starting point of the Shiawassee River Heritage Water Trail at WaterWorks Park.

Mount Holly, a large ski/snowboard resort in southeastern Michigan, is located 3 miles (5 km) northeast of the village in Groveland Township. Nearby is the state-owned Holly Recreation Area.

Crapo Park, named after Michigan Governor Henry H. Crapo (1804–1869), located near the junction of the CSX Saginaw Subdivision and Canadian National Railway's Holly Subdivision, is a popular viewing location for railfans. Both lines were formerly served by Holly's small (now abandoned) Holly Union Depot, built in 1886. A nonprofit group is currently attempting to restore the neglected building to its former glory. The town of Holly was featured as a campaign stop in the Clint Eastwood political action thriller film In The Line Of Fire (1993).

Holly places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Healing Minds Oasis provides a relaxing retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs. Ethos Yoga hosts yoga and Pilates classes that enhance core strength and flexibility. Advanced Care Chiropractic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Snap Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Crystal Mountain Michigan offers luxurious treatments like hot stone massages and aromatherapy. Ascension Genesys Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

Top sites in Holly, MI are Seven Lakes State Park, Holly Recreation Area, and Groveland Oaks County Park.

Population: 5,980 (2024). ZIP code: 48442. Area code: 248. Elevation: 928 ft (283 m). Area: 3.13 sq mi (8.09 km2).

FAQs

What is Holly, MI famous for?

A quintessential small town with a celebrated historic Main Street and a unique blend of shops and restaurants, perfect for a stroll or some serious shopping. If outdoor adventure is more your style, Holly offers countless amenities from canoeing and camping to mountain biking and skiing. Two state parks are right in our backyard.

What is the crime rate in Holly, MI?

Holly is safer than the majority of cities, towns, and villages in America (79%) and also has a lower crime rate than 78% of the communities in Michigan, according to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime data. Your chance of becoming a victim in Holly is one in 237 based on the total crime rate (violent and property crimes, combined). In America overall, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 43. This means Holly is one of the safest places in America in which to live for its size, a very important finding.

Is Holly, MI expensive?

Holly, Michigan's cost of living is 13% lower than the national average. Holly's housing expenses are 53% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 6% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are about the same as the national average. Holly has grocery prices that are 1% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Holly is 13% higher than the national average.

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Village of Holly

Michigan

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Seven Lakes State Park

Holly Recreation Area

Groveland Oaks County Park

Healing Minds Oasis 

Anytime Fitness

Ethos Yoga

Advanced Care Chiropractic

Snap Fitness

Crystal Mountain Michigan

Ascension Genesys Hospital

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