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Downtown Jackson Homes for Sale

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    $465,000

    223 W Washington Ave, Jackson, MI 49201

    Prime opportunity to own a fully occupied 6-unit brick multifamily building in the heart of Downtown Jackson at 223 W Washington Ave. This low-maintenance, city-certified rental property (2024) features 4,872 sq ft of updated living space with consistent rental demand and zero vacancy. $60,000+/year gross income! Tenants enjoy coin-operated laundry, basement storage, and easy access to

    Pouria Namazi NCDG REALTY & PROPERTY MANAGE

    223 W Washington Ave, Jackson, MI 49201
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    $140,000

    536 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI 49201

    This City Certified Duplex offers an upper and lower unit. Each unit contains 3 bedrooms with 1 bath and are over 1300 sq ft each. You could live in one and rent the other or a great investment property. Schedule your showing today!

    Pamela Mackinder C-21 Affiliated - Jackson

    536 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI 49201
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    $54,000

    • Land
    • 7.51 Acres
    • $7,190 per Acre

    0 Lansing Ave Unit 21038028, Jackson, MI 49201

    7.51 acres in Blackman Township off Lansing Avenue in front of Stonegate Farms. Ideal for development and general commercial use.

    Tom Schindler TOM SCHINDLER

    0 Lansing Ave Unit 21038028, Jackson, MI 49201

Why Live in Downtown Jackson

Downtown Jackson is the cultural and economic hub of southern Michigan, renowned for its vibrant artistic scene and diverse community. The neighborhood is adorned with photorealistic portraits, abstract paintings, and geometric murals, a testament to its five-year run of outdoor art festivals. Residents and visitors can find numerous things to do, from casual dining and library visits to axe-throwing at Axe Play and barhopping. The Downtown Jackson Social District offers varied entertainment options, including pinball at Tilted Arcade Bar, concerts at Weatherwax Hall, and the monthly Cruise-In & Concert series. Dining highlights include RJ’s Metropolitan Ice Cream Co., Ogma Brewing Company, and Junk Yard Dog, while shopping options range from the Jackson Antique Mall to D&D Bicycles. Homes in the area are primarily early to mid-20th century American Foursquares and traditional properties, with most featuring freestanding garages or streetside parking. Horace Blackman Park and Bucky Harris Park serve as central gathering spots, hosting events like food truck rodeos and family film screenings. Public school students attend schools within the Jackson Public School District, with Jackson High School offering Advanced Placement classes and a college and career connection program. The neighborhood is safer than the national average and well-connected, with bike lanes, major thoroughfares, and public transportation options, including the Amtrak rail system and Jackson Area Transit Authority. Downtown Jackson is approximately 35 miles west of Ann Arbor and 60 miles from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Jackson a good place to live?
Downtown Jackson is a good place to live. Downtown Jackson is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable. Downtown Jackson has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.3 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $30,465 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 6.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Jackson are renters, with 86.4% of residents renting and 13.6% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Downtown Jackson can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Downtown Jackson neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Jackson?
The median home price in Downtown Jackson is $259,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $51,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,290 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $55K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Jackson. The average household income in Downtown Jackson is $30K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Jackson?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Jackson are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Jackson?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Jackson are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI?
The most popular zip codes in Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI include 49201, 49202, 49203, 49254 and 49269.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI?
The most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI are Health District, Arts District, Partnership Park, Bennett and Nicholls.

Home Trends in Downtown Jackson, MI

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$240,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$46,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$292,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$123
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Months of Supply
0.00
Median List Price
$259,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
108%
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