Amherstburg
Historic village / small town living in Southwestern Ontario.
What it’s like to live in Amherstburg, who it suits, what homes cost and how to get around — with live listings and local guidance from Kaitlynn Martins.
Lifestyle
Living in Amherstburg
Amherstburg is a historic main street, heritage homes and a strong sense of local character. The historic core is usually walkable; newer subdivisions and rural roads rely on the car.
Amherstburg is a town near the mouth of the Detroit River in Essex County, Ontario, Canada. In 1796, Fort Malden was established here, stimulating growth in the settlement. The fort has been designated as a National Historic Site. The town is approximately 25 kilometres south of the U.S. city of Detroit, Michigan, facing Wyandotte, Grosse Ile Township, Brownstown Charter Township, Trenton, and Gibraltar, Michigan. (Source: Wikipedia)
Who it’s best for
Utilities & services
The village core is usually on municipal services; outlying properties may use well and septic.