Pittsfield Township is a diverse mix of rural and urban areas. The northern portion, adjacent to Ann Arbor, is urban, with shopping centers, condominium developments and industrial and business parks that include many high-tech research and development companies. The southern portion is more rural .
Houses there sit on large lots and many farms still operate.
More than 3,300 residential building permits were issued since 1995, according to Housing Consultants in Clarkston. A small portion of the community is serviced by wells and septic tanks. A larger portion has city water and sewers. The community is about 40 minutes from downtown Detroit. Three township parks offer nature trails, softball diamonds, tennis courts, lakes and fishing piers.