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Artistic flair and distinctive businesses in a midsized Midwest city
Photorealistic portraits, abstract paintings and geometric masterpieces are an everyday sight in downtown Jackson, the cultural and economic center of the southern Michigan city. A five year run of outdoor art festivals in the neighborhood was a key part of redefining the city's identity, drawing the attention of international creatives and invigorating the pride of the businesses along Michigan Avenue and its surrounding blocks. The murals around the district accompany a broad range of options for locals to spend some time out, with everything from casual dinners and days at the library to nights of axe-throwing and barhopping. “We take pride in our diverse and inclusive community. With a vibrant artistic culture, our members are always willing to roll up their sleeves to enhance our shared space,” says Beth Kuiper, the executive director of the Jackson Downtown Development Authority. The Jackson DDA organizes events in the community, promotes economic growth and handles preservation efforts in the area.
Unique experiences at bars and venues in the Social District
On the weekends in spring and summer, the neighborhood’s Downtown Jackson Social District's businesses and parks provide entertainment for varied interests. Pinball tables and game cabinets line the walls at Tilted Arcade Bar, where the most skilled players can make it onto the chalkboard of high scores. Concertgoers can enjoy shows at Weatherwax Hall, home of the Jackson Symphony Orchestra and the multi-genre Music on Tap series. The Cruise-In & Concert series also happens monthly during the summertime, blending live jams from local bands with one of the city’s largest car shows. Other options for outings include axe-throwing nights at Axe Play, happy hours at Grand River Brewery and movies in an old-school cinema setting at the Michigan Theatre of Jackson. “It’s an area that’s been redeveloping itself and getting better and better,” says Valerie Stover, a lifelong resident of the Jackson area and the head broker and owner at the Val Stover Real Estate Team. Stover has sold homes in the community for more than 30 years.
Drinks are served up under the shadow of a biplane at Downtown Jackson's Dirty Bird bar.
The historic Michigan Theatre hosts regular shows in Downtown Jackson.
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Independent shops and beloved restaurants in the Rose City
Downtown Jackson offers some of the city’s most highly regarded restaurants and bars. RJ’s Metropolitan Ice Cream Co. offers a full suite of sweet treats, but visitors can also stop by for the popular smash burgers with unlimited toppings. Ogma Brewing Company has a rotating selection of house-made craft beer and elevated pub fare, while the menu at Junk Yard Dog lives up to its name with loaded hot dogs and other American classics. Mom-and-pop shops and independent retailers are also common along the streets of the neighborhood. Clothes, home décor and miscellaneous items line the shelves at the Jackson Antique Mall, while D&D Bicycles sales fitness equipment in addition to cycling supplies and services. For 40 years, Nostalgia Ink has been a local favorite for comics, collectibles and toys. Right next door, Game Place is a go-to for tabletop game materials. Locals can buy groceries and other necessities by following Michigan Avenue west to Walmart or heading north to Kroger and other big-box options
Sweet treats are the flavor of the day at Downtown Jackson's RJ's Metropolitan Ice Cream Co.
Downtown Jackson shoppers looking for groceries can head north to Kroger or west to Walmart.
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Traditional homes to the north and south of central Jackson
Select homes from the early to mid-20th century are available in the area, though availability can be rare. American Foursquares, older folk homes with minimal styling and other traditional properties share roads with businesses and commercial facilities. Most dwellings either have freestanding garages or rely on driveways and streetside parking, as integrated garages are rare. Prices generally range from about $90,000 to $310,000.
Downtown Jackson homes tend to be of simpler construction styles with gabled rooflines.
Larger colonial style homes feature compact lots on the outskirts of Downtown Jackson.
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Community gatherings at Horace Blackman Park
Located at the heart of the neighborhood, Horace Blackman Park is a common gathering place and social square in the city. The park hosts events such as biweekly food truck rodeos and family film screenings during the summer, while installations such as a playground and an art showcase are available year-round. Right across Jackson Street, Bucky Harris Park has a fire pit available during the winter months, along with a stage for live performances. Other neighborhood parks in the area include Austin Blair Park to the south and Nixon Park, which has a skate park and an aquatic center, to the north.
Blackman Park is at the heart of downtown Jackson on Michigan Ave.
Downtown Jackson is adorned with over thirty murals from local and international creatives.
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Learning experiences at Jackson Public Schools
Public school students in downtown Jackson can attend local schools within the Jackson Public School District or other districts in the Jackson County area based on parent choice. Schools in the area include Hunt Elementary School, which has an 18:1 student-teacher ratio and a C-plus grade on Niche. Middle School at Parkside earns a C grade. Jackson High School offers college-bound students the option of enrolling in Advanced Placement classes or participating in the Jackson Area College & Career Connection program. The school earns a B-plus grade on Niche.
Over three-hundred students attend Hunt Elementary in Jackson.
The student to teacher ratio for Jackson's Middle School at Parkside is fourteen to one.
Jackson High School's Britton Hall is styled after a vintage English hall in Stratford, England.
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The heart of the Rose City, with easy access to Lansing and Ann Arbor
With shops, dining and other points of interest close by, Downtown Jackson offers the area’s best alternatives to car-based travel. Jackson Street, Mechanic Street and a few other areas nearby offer bike lanes and trails, though cyclists will likely need to use shared roads in other parts of the neighborhood. For longer commutes and trips, Louis Glick Highway/I-94 Emergency and West Washington Avenue are Downtown Jackson’s two major thoroughfares, connecting the area to the Business 127 highway and major streets such as Michigan Avenue. The nearest hospital, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, is about 1 mile east of the neighborhood. Jackson Station, located on the east side of the neighborhood near Michigan Avenue, connects the city to the Amtrak rail system. The Jackson Area Transit Authority transfer center near Washington Avenue and Cortland Street offers services to most of the city’s bus lines and doubles as a Greyhound station for long-distance travel. Downtown Jackson is about 35 miles west of Ann Arbor, 41 miles south of Lansing and 76 miles west of Detroit. For longer out-of-state trips, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 60 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Blackman Park
Bucky Harris Park
Workers Memorial Park
William J Nixon Park
Grand River Memorial Park
Withington Park
Betty's Dog Park
Governor Austin Blair Memorial Park
Downtown Jackson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Jackson, Jackson sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Jackson, Jackson over the last 12 months is $511,364.
Charming Historic Home with Oversized Heated Garage and Workshop!Welcome to 419 W Ganson Street—an updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Jackson. Built in 1880, this classic home offers 1,263 square feet of living space with modern updates while retaining its character. Inside you'll find a traditional layout, main-floor laundry, and bonus attic and basement storage. The home is
Welcome to City View Lofts, where historic charm meets modern luxury in the heart of downtown Jackson. Once a bustling corset factory, this beautifully repurposed building now offers one-of-a-kind urban living—and this particular unit is truly special. A rare opportunity to own the only 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath loft in the building! Step inside and be greeted by soaring 12-foot ceilings and expansive
Location, Community, Quality Living....It Starts Here!At Grand River Ridge Apartments, located in Jackson, MI. We feature one, two and three-bedroom apartment homes with spacious floor plans. Residents of our cat-friendly community have easy access to I-94 and US Route 127. We are minutes away from the fairgrounds, downtown, restaurants and shopping. Resident satisfaction is our top
Spacious 3 bedroom, first floor apartment close to all the fun in recently revitalized downtown Jackson. All appliances included, fresh paint, move right in!
The Epitome of Downtown Jackson LivingWelcome to the heart of Downtown Jackson, where urban living reaches its pinnacle at the Lofts on Louis. Stepping into this grandeur, you immediately sense the melding of modern luxury with historic charm. Encompassed within a majestic four-story brick edifice, the Lofts sprawl across a whopping 46,280 square feet, dedicated to both high-end retail
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,663
Median Age
43
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,923
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$30,465
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77%
College Graduates
6.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
% Population in Labor Force
37.8%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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