Jackson is located south of Lansing and west of Ann Arbor and the area is is the home to approximately 160,000 people.,The City of Jackson is home to about 33,000 people and provide big city amenities in a stess free environment. It is a relatively large city with a diverse population and there are many different types of homes for sale in Jackson and many different communities. Families, couples, young professionals, retirees, and students all can find their ideal real estate in Jackson. Jackson residents are united by a sense of shared community, interests and history.

Why Move to Jackson, Michigan?

Events, attractions, notable restaurants, event venues, breweries, historic sites, and recreational areas bring in visitors from across the state. Homes for sale in Jackson are appealing to those working nearby in manufacturing, electrical and utility services, healthcare, and corrections. For those seeking to start or change careers, Jackson College, Baker College, Career Quest Learning Center, and Spring Arbor University offer programs in the city, with 15 other secondary education institutions located less than an hour away. With so many opportunities, Jackson real estate options are also plentiful and diverse, with affordable homes located in and around town, large homes with spacious lawns located in nearby subdivisions, and everything in between.

 

Jackson Schools

Families in Jackson have a range of options to choose from for their children, including public, private, and parochial schools. Sixteen elementary schools are located conveniently throughout the area, helping children jump into learning with enthusiasm. Students then transition to one central middle school, a private school or parochial school, before moving on to one of nine high schools. Jackson students have access to four colleges in the area and fifteen others less than an hour away.

Jackson Events

With many historic buildings, hundreds of acres of surrounding natural beauty, multiple music venues and hotspots, and a flourishing craft beer industry, Jackson hosts events for all different tastes and interests. Whether you are craving amazing food and drink, looking to break a sweat, you want to learn about history and culture, or you simply want to be entertained, you can find it all in Jackson.

Jackson Parks and Recreational Areas

For information on the Jackson community, visit experiencejackson.com, cityofjackson.org, or michigan.org/city/jackson.