Grosse Pointe Shores

Grosse Pointe Shores is a city in the Detroit metropolitan area that stretches along Lake St. Clair and is largely bordered by water. It spans across two counties with separate administrative systems governing different sections.

The area became a city in 2009, transitioning from village status to formal city governance. This change gave it new administrative authority and local decision-making structures.

Residents gather regularly at local events and council meetings, creating tight community connections. This personal engagement shapes how people experience daily life here.

The area is served by two separate school districts covering different sections. Residents can use online services for bills and have access to local emergency response systems.

The city's borders follow county lines between two counties, meaning neighbors sometimes live under different tax systems and regulations. This unusual split creates a patchwork of different rules within the same community.

Location: Michigan

Inception: 1911

Elevation above the sea: 177 m

Shares border with: St. Clair Shores, Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse Pointe Farms

Website: http://gpshoresmi.gov

GPS coordinates: 42.43861,-82.87083

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08