$103,389Average Value$78Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
An approachable city lifestyle south of downtown Jackson
One of the communities making up Jackson, Michigan’s Southside region, Flat Iron offers convenient access to the Midwestern city’s amenities with the vintage flair of some of the city’s longest-standing homes. Locals are less than 2 miles removed from the events and businesses of downtown Jackson, with major thoroughfare Greenwood Avenue connecting the neighborhood to its surrounding area. Properties with lower prices than Jackson’s westernmost areas contribute to the area’s appeal, with resident-driven plans to update the neighborhood and its surrounding area underway.
The Flat Iron neighborhood is just a few minutes drive from downtown Jackson.
Homes neatly line the streets of Flat Iron.
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Late 1880s homes in Southside Jackson
Flat Iron’s residential streets are occupied by some of Jackson’s earliest properties. The area is dominated by traditional homes built between the 1880s and the 1930s. Remodels vary widely between homes. Buyers can find turnkey properties brought into today’s landscape with extensive exterior and interior updates, lightly renovated homes with straightforward changes to ensure comfortable home living and fixer-uppers awaiting a personalized touch. Single-family properties can go from $6,200 up to $160,000, depending on factors like interior and exterior changes, size and building materials. Multi-unit properties have a similarly broad range, selling between $15,000 and $140,000.
Owners take great pride in maintaining their homes in Flat Iron.
A wide array of architectural styles can be found in Flat Iron.
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Blocks away from Jackson parks and the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center
Just north of the neighborhood along Greenwood Avenue, Governor Austin Blair Park (formerly Greenwood Park) is a small recreational space with a playground and plaque commemorating the park’s namesake. To the neighborhood’s east, the Howard Woods Recreation Complex is a hub for activities and community engagement. The Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center on the grounds provides an open gym, fitness room and after-school services for local youth. Outdoor amenities include two ball fields, connections to the Falling Water Trail and Martin Luther King Jr. Equality Trail, and courts for basketball and tennis.
Your kids will love the playground at Austin Blair Park.
The Howard Woods Recreation Complex is a 10-acre park in southern Jackson.
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Study time at Jackson High School
Public school students in Jackson can enroll in schools based on a choice system, so families can choose to attend schools in the Jackson Public Schools district or other districts in Jackson County. The nearest public school for young students, Cascades Elementary School, has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio and earns a C grade on Niche. Middle School at Parkside earns a C grade. Jackson High School offers seven musical ensembles for students. The school earns a B-plus grade on Niche.
Jackson High School's Britton Hall is styled after a vintage English hall in Stratford, England.
Cascades Elementary School serves over 400 students in southwest Jackson.
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Local churches, Downtown Jackson favorites and the Cascades
1208 Greenwood Free Methodist Church hosts monthly Greenwood Street Food block parties, serving food to the community alongside fellowship. Other houses of worship nearby include the Islamic Society of Jackson, Trinity United Methodist Church and Macedonia Baptist Church, reflecting Southside Jackson’s range of populations and communities. To the north in Downtown Jackson, guests can explore the Social District during designated hours with refreshments from local bars or attend the Cruise-In Concert series during the summer to enjoy live music and classic car showcases. West of the neighborhood, The Cascades is a summer favorite in Jackson for annual fireworks shows over a glowing, man-made waterfall.
Bright Walls is a public art and mural festival in Jackson, Michigan.
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Less than 2 miles from Downtown Jackson
High Street and Morrell Street are Flat Iron’s primary east-west thoroughfares, while Greenwood Avenue is the area’s primary north-south connection to the greater Jackson area. Residents are about 1.2 miles south of Downtown Jackson, 38 miles west of Ann Arbor and 41 miles south of Lansing. Bus stops for the Jackson Area Transit Authority system are available along First Street and South Jackson Street. The nearest hospital, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, is about 2 miles northeast of the neighborhood. Flights beyond the south Michigan area depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 61 miles east of the neighborhood.
Flat Iron locals enjoy the tree-covered neighborhood.
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Fresh doughnuts and ample shopping options in nearby Jackson areas
Immediately accessible options for shopping and dining are limited, but locals don’t have to venture too far to reach popular businesses in downtown Jackson and the city’s northwest side. New Quickie Mart is a small convenience store in the area, while Dollar General sits just north of the neighborhood. Hinkley Bakery is a family-owned store with a 110-year history of serving doughnuts, bread and other treats. About 2 miles northeast, locals can find Walmart and JCPenney at Westwood Mall. Additional major retailers such as Kroger, Target and Kohl’s are available at Jackson Crossing 3 miles north.
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Important things to know
Flat Iron, alongside other Jackson communities in the Southside area, is set to receive new amenities and updates in the coming years. Resident-led efforts led to the approval and creation of the Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority in 2020, a board formed to direct business growth in the area and engage with residents to determine the course of the Southside’s future.
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Parks in this Area
Ella Sharp Park
Sparks Foundation County Park
Howard Woods Recreation Complex
Workers Memorial Park
Exchange Park
Grover Leake Park
Friendship Park
Governor Austin Blair Memorial Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Flat Iron
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Flat Iron Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Flat Iron, Jackson sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Flat Iron, Jackson over the last 12 months is $89,900, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled on top of a small hill, this charming 1920s Craftsman-style home exudesvintage character with its original hardwood floors, original hardwood trim and doors,and a wood burning fireplace. The spacious front porch, adorned with wooden columns,invites you to imagine lazy afternoons with a glass of lemonade. Many of the majorupdates have been made, including updated electrical boxes, new
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Beautifully renovated 3-bedroom home featuring a brand new kitchen with new appliances, updated lighting, new flooring, fresh paint, and new carpet throughout. The home also boasts a new roof, charming wood siding, and updated electrical for peace of mind. Move-in ready with modern updates and timeless character, this home is located in a convenient Jackson neighborhood—don’t miss your chance to
Welcome to 1232 Maple St, Jackson, MI 49203 - a spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 1,350 sq ft of potential. With a brand new furnace and water heater already installed, this home is primed for comfort and efficiency.While it's ready for your personal touch with a few cosmetic updates, this property offers an excellent opportunity to create your dream home or make a solid investment.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,423
Median Age
33
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,686
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,779
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
10.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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