Oakland, located between Rochester Road and Adams Road, is a residential and park-adjacent Rochester Hills neighborhood with winding subdivision streets and a strong trail-and-greenway feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Rochester Road corridor near Downtown Rochester, where sidewalk dining, indie storefronts, and evening foot traffic set the tone. Architectural cues lean toward late-20th-century colonials and ranches, with mature trees and generous setbacks shaping the streetscape. Paint Creek Trail adds a linear outdoor spine for walks and bike rides. Meadow Brook Hall and the Meadow Brook Amphitheatre bring a cultural counterpoint to the quiet blocks. Seasonal events and farmers-market energy in Downtown Rochester round out the day-to-day rhythm.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Interior features
- Vacant land (no interior living spaces)
Exterior features
- Paved street access
- Public water available at the street
- Public water service
Home design
- Vacant Land / Dockominium
- Vacant land style
- Located in a city (Rochester Hills); mailing city Rochester
Construction
- Residential zoning
Utilities
- Public water
Sale and tax history for 840 John R
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #61012173
Jul 16, 2026
Listed
$275,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Vacant Land
County
Oakland County
APN
701514478046
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rochester, MI • 48306
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
5.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 840 John R
$276,142
$1,142 over list price of $275K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $397K to $650K.