Why Live in Loomis
Loomis, a neighborhood in Jackson, offers a blend of urban amenities and residential charm. Loomis Park, a central green space, is a focal point with updated facilities including the Boos Recreation Center, which features a gymnasium, party room, and serves as a cooling center in summer. The park's new playground is accessible for all children, and the pavilion hosts community events like the Meet Up and Eat Up program. Residents are close to major employers such as Henry Ford Jackson Hospital and the downtown area, which is 1.5 miles away and features dining options like Veritas, The Dirty Bird, and The Chase Sports Bar. For groceries, Aldi and Meijer are also 1.5 miles away on East Michigan Avenue. The neighborhood is characterized by tightly packed homes in styles such as American Foursquares, National Folk, bungalows, and colonial-style houses, with tree-lined streets and some roads in need of maintenance. Jackson High School, which has a high rating, serves the area, and the district offers the Jackson Area College & Career Connection program. Transportation options include JATA buses, Jackson Station for AMTRAK, and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 59 miles away. Loomis is safer than the national average, providing a secure environment for its residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Loomis a good place to live?
Loomis is a good place to live. Loomis is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable. Loomis has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.8 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $54,489 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Loomis are home owners, with 29% of residents renting and 71% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Loomis can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Loomis neighborhood guide.
Is Loomis, MI a safe neighborhood?
Loomis, MI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Loomis?
The median home price in Loomis is $664,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $133,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,450 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $148K a year to afford the median home price in Loomis. The average household income in Loomis is $54K.
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Home Trends in Loomis, MI
On average, homes in Loomis, Jackson sell after 152 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Loomis, Jackson over the last 12 months is $624,990, up 116% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$624,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$624,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$664,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
116%