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Old Forest Homes for Sale

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    $1,150

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,576 Sq Ft

    831 N Chestnut St, Lansing, MI 48906

    Very nice duplex for lease in the city of Lansing. Both units are completely renovated, ready to move in! Unit 1 monthly rent is $1,150. Unit 2 monthly rent is $990. Both apartment units are 675 sq ft estimate. Both units are 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom. Features all new appliances and fixtures, a fresh updated modern kitchen. Full basement. Yard space and driveway parking. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED

    Gary Newton RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals

    831 N Chestnut St, Lansing, MI 48906
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    $110,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,460 Sq Ft

    921 N Sycamore St, Lansing, MI 48906

    Great investment or owner occupied home. Home is conveniently located to downtown, East Lansing, and transportation. This 3 bedroom home is a registered rental with the city of Lansing.

    Dale Huber DS Huber Real Estate Group LLC

    921 N Sycamore St, Lansing, MI 48906
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    $29,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,024 Sq Ft

    413 W Oakland Ave, Lansing, MI 48906

    This 3 bed 1 full 1 half bath 2 story home is ready to be restored. Listed for value of land and structure of home. Home is on neat list and utility meters have been removed. Nice floor plan with living room, dining, kitchen, main floor bedroom and mud room on 1st floor. 2nd floor offers 2 more bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Will need a roof, windows, plumbing and some electrical has been cut in

    Joseph Vitale Century 21 Affiliated

    413 W Oakland Ave, Lansing, MI 48906
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    $97,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 931 Sq Ft

    1017 W Oakland Ave, Lansing, MI 48915

    Welcome to 1017 W Oakland Ave! This charming property boasts 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a detached single-car garage, offering nearly 1,000 square feet of living space. Move-in ready, you'll appreciate the spacious living room, dining area, and kitchen. Upstairs, you will find two good-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. Recent upgrades include a full drain pipe replacement and six primary

    Oddie Sira Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

    1017 W Oakland Ave, Lansing, MI 48915
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    $59,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 982 Sq Ft

    1022 N Martin Luther King jr Blvd, Lansing, MI 48915

    This home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Great opportunity for investor or a first-time buyer, less than rent for a 3 bedroom. Spacious living room which flows into dining room with several built-in. One bedroom on first floor, two bedrooms upstairs. This home has lots of potential. Room sizes are estimates.

    Sandi Solomon Williams Keller Williams Realty Lansing

    1022 N Martin Luther King jr Blvd, Lansing, MI 48915
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    $90,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 960 Sq Ft

    1019 Daleford St, Lansing, MI 48915

    Investors Welcome! Great 3 bedroom. Currently rented. This property is part of a large portfolio - see attached documents for other properties. 48 hour notice required for all showings. Property sold as-is.

    Brian Ozbun Bellabay Realty, LLC

    1019 Daleford St, Lansing, MI 48915
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    $130,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 900 Sq Ft

    1104 N Martin Luther King Junior Blvd, Lansing, MI 48915

    Tara Fatteh 1 World Realty, LLC

    1104 N Martin Luther King Junior Blvd, Lansing, MI 48915

Why Live in Old Forest

Old Forest in Lansing is a neighborhood situated just north of Downtown Lansing and west of Old Town, known for its competitive home prices and walkable streets. The area is popular among investors, college students, and first-time homebuyers, with 60% of the population being renters. Home styles include older bungalows, Craftsman-style homes, and remodeled American Foursquares, with prices ranging from $40,000 to $175,000. The neighborhood is highly accessible, featuring bus routes 3 and 12, and is just 3 miles from Capital Region International Airport. Michigan State University is a 10-minute drive via Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and I-495. Residents enjoy dining options like Capital City BBQ and El Azteco, and shopping at Gorman’s Food Market and Capital City Market. For more extensive shopping, Lansing Mall is 4 miles west in Waverly. Comstock Park offers green space and a playground, while the Lansing River Trail provides a 20-mile pathway for walking and cycling. Lansing Community College and Michigan State University are nearby, with MSU being highly rated. Old Forest experiences less flooding than areas closer to the Grand River. However, noise pollution from the nearby airport can be an issue. Overall, Old Forest provides a mix of affordability, convenience, and local features, making it a practical choice for various residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Forest a good place to live?
Old Forest is a good place to live. Old Forest is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Old Forest is a suburban neighborhood. Old Forest has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.4 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $46,905 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 29.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Old Forest are renters, with 65.1% of residents renting and 34.9% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Old Forest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Old Forest neighborhood guide.
Is Old Forest, MI a safe neighborhood?
Old Forest, MI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Old Forest?
The median home price in Old Forest is $729,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $145,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $162K a year to afford the median home price in Old Forest. The average household income in Old Forest is $47K.
What are the best public schools in Old Forest?
The best public schools that serve Old Forest are:
What are the best private schools in Old Forest?
The best private schools that serve Old Forest are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Old Forest, Lansing, MI?
The most popular zip codes in Old Forest, Lansing, MI include 48906, 48915, 48933, 48912 and 48917.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Old Forest, Lansing, MI?
The most popular neighborhoods near Old Forest, Lansing, MI are Knollwood Willow, Old Town, Downtown Lansing, Hull Court Park and Westside.

Home Trends in Old Forest, MI

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$685,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$160,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$685,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Months of Supply
0.50
Median List Price
$729,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
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