Boulder Ridge, Ann Arbor: A Neighborhood Guide (Pittsfield Township)
Boulder Ridge sits just off Oak Valley Drive, tucked behind Village Centre on the southwest side of town. It has an Ann Arbor mailing address and a Pittsfield Township tax bill, and that combination is a big part of its story. Here's what the homes are like, what's nearby, and the trade-offs worth knowing before you buy or sell here.
Prefer to watch? Here's the 90-second ride-along through the neighborhood.
Quick facts
Location: Pittsfield Township, with an Ann Arbor mailing address
Built: between 1995 and 1998
Main streets: Silver Spring Drive, Green Valley Drive and Court, and Spring Ridge Drive
Getting in: off Oak Valley Drive, with a second way in from Waters Road
Utilities: city water and sewer
The homes
Most of Boulder Ridge is two-story homes, with some ranches mixed in. They generally run from about 1,400 to 2,500 square feet, with three to five bedrooms. Lots are around a quarter acre, and some have walkout basements.
These houses are close to 30 years old, so condition varies a lot from one to the next. Some have been updated top to bottom and some haven't.
Ann Arbor address, Pittsfield Township
The mailing address says Ann Arbor, but the neighborhood is in Pittsfield Township. In practice, that means three things:
Schools: Boulder Ridge is in Ann Arbor Public Schools. Homes here are assigned to Lawton Elementary, Slauson Middle, and Pioneer High. Assignments can change, so confirm with AAPS for a specific address.
Taxes: You pay Pittsfield Township taxes, not City of Ann Arbor taxes. Listings in the neighborhood often point to lower taxes. Your actual bill depends on the home, so check the tax history on any house you're considering.
Library: The Ann Arbor District Library's boundaries match the school district's, so Boulder Ridge residents use AADL.
What's nearby
Village Centre, right behind the neighborhood. Tenants as of this writing include First Watch, Outback Steakhouse, and Jet's Pizza.
Oak Valley Centre, with Target, Old Navy, Ross, Five Below, and Crunch Fitness.
Meijer, at Ann Arbor-Saline Road and Oak Valley Drive.
Grewal Park, at Waters and Oak Valley. It opened in August 2025 on nearly four acres, with a playground, a pavilion, and volleyball and pickleball courts. WEMU reported it as the first neighborhood park in the township's northwest corner. It's named for Mandy Grewal, who served four terms as township supervisor.
Pittsfield Branch Library, on Oak Valley Drive next to the Ann Arbor Ice Cube. It was built on a wetland at the headwaters of Malletts Creek, and it was the district's first branch outside Ann Arbor city limits.
TheRide bus routes 25 and 27 stop nearby. Briarwood Mall and I-94 are a short drive.
The honest trade-offs
Errands on foot, downtown by car. Groceries and dinner are close. Downtown Ann Arbor is a drive.
Older homes. At close to 30 years old, roofs, windows, and mechanicals matter. Ask what's been updated, and when.
Shopping this close means traffic this close. Drive Oak Valley on a Saturday before you decide.
Thinking about selling in Boulder Ridge?
Buyers looking here will weigh the same things in this guide: the township and school setup, how updated the house is, and how close it sits to the shopping. If you're curious what your home would do in today's market, I'm happy to walk through it with you, no pressure. Call or text me at 734-274-9521.
FAQ
Is Boulder Ridge in Ann Arbor?
It has an Ann Arbor mailing address, but it's in Pittsfield Township.
What school district is Boulder Ridge in?
Ann Arbor Public Schools. Confirm assignments with AAPS.
When was Boulder Ridge built?
Between 1995 and 1998.
Is there an HOA?
Yes. Ask for the current dues and bylaws when you look at a home.
Where is Boulder Ridge?
Off Oak Valley Drive near Waters Road, behind Village Centre, on Ann Arbor's southwest side.
