Ample shopping near classic homes on the north end of Jackson
At the crown of Jackson to the northwest of the city, Lansing Avenue Heights is a small residential neighborhood next to a large commercial district along the Interstate 94 corridor. While interstate motorists might pass by the concentration of big box stores and fast-food restaurants with little thought, locals delight in visiting the smaller local businesses that are there as well. "I'm a big sushi guy, and I've been all over to places like Las Vegas, but nothing's been better than the stuff I've had at AKA," says Tim Creech, an associate broker with Five Star Real Estate Leaders, says of AKA Sushi, a local favorite since its opening in 2008. The restaurant is just one of many businesses locals can reach within less than a mile, with the Jackson Crossing Mall area to the immediate west offering one of the city’s widest selections of mainstream shopping and dining.
The Lansing Avenue Heights neighborhood is located northwest of downtown Jackson.
Rocky Top Beer BBQ is known for its beer and food in the Lansing Avenue Heights neighborhood.
1/2
Minimal traditional homes along city blocks
Early to mid-20th-century homes are plentiful along Lansing Avenue Heights’ blocks. Properties generally share a minimal traditional style, and common elements include small floorplans, enclosed porch areas and detached garages. Single-family homes average about 1,300 square feet and tend to sell quickly, with an average of about 12 days on the market. Prices range from $100,000 up to $165,000. Residents near West Avenue on the neighborhood's west side may experience higher noise levels from traffic and local businesses.
There is a wide variety of home styles in Lansing Avenue Heights.
Traditional minimal homes in Lansing Avenue Heights are very charming and well-kept.
1/2
Local dining picks and mainstream shopping in Jackson
Lansing Avenue Heights’ connection to West Avenue and the Jackson Crossing Mall area gives residents easy access to one of the city’s broadest selections of dining and shopping options. Miller’s Bar is a famed Michigan pick for burgers, originally established in Dearborn in 1941 before opening its small take-out counter and no-frills dining room in Jackson more than 80 years later. On the other side of the neighborhood, near the Jackson County Health Department and other government offices on Lansing Avenue, Rocky Top Beer BBQ has a rotating menu of brisket, pulled pork and smokehouse fare alongside more than 20 draft brews from Michigan and around the country. Familiar casual stops such as Qdoba Mexican Eats, Potbelly Sandwich Works and Starbucks are also available nearby. Target, Kroger and Meijer are the nearest stops for everyday items, with additional box stores like The Home Depot, Best Buy and Kohl’s available at the mall.
Lansing Avenue Heights locals have many different dining options close to the neighborhood.
Lansing Avenue Heights locals sip a freshly poured craft beer from Rocky Top Beer BBQ.
1/2
Music festivals, movie nights and county fairs
With downtown Jackson a few miles away and connections to the greater Jackson area, Lansing Avenue Heights residents don’t have to travel far for entertainment options. The GQT Jackson 10 theater screens new blockbusters and special event releases, while Apex Sports & Entertainment offers mini-golf, a driving range and indoor golf simulators. Apex also hosts the annual Rockin’ the Tee Box Music Festival each July, bringing a mix of regional acts and well-known national bands to the area. South of the neighborhood, the Jackson County Fair brings agriculture competitions, music, midway games and other attractions to town each August. Popular events in downtown Jackson include the Cruise-In and Concert series, which combines a car show with the sound of local bands once a month during the summer season.
Learning experiences at Jackson schools
Families can enroll students within the Jackson Public Schools district or other Jackson County area districts participating in the Schools of Choice program. Hunt Elementary School has an 14:1 student-teacher ratio and a C-plus grade on Niche. Middle School at Parkside earns a C grade. Jackson High School’s Al Glick Athletic Center, a multi-use facility with a 50-yard practice field and a rubber sprint track, opened for the school’s sports programs in 2022. The school earns a B grade on Niche.
The baseball field at Middle School at Parkside regularly hosts Jackson Vikings ball games.
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities at Jackson High School are home to the Jackson Vikings.
1/2
Parks in the Downtown Jackson area
Residents can travel to nearby areas in Jackson to discover the city’s parks and recreation options. Lions Park offers neighborhood park amenities such as a playground, basketball court and softball fields. The park also connects to the Armory Arts Walk, a walking and biking trail with a path that meets the Grand River. Nixon Water Park opens each summer for residents to enjoy water slides, splash zones and other ways to cool off in the summer sun. Right next door, Nixon Skate Park has a half-pipe, pool and other features built for skateboarding and rollerblading. Year-round picks for indoor leisure include Optimist Ice Arena for ice skating sessions and hockey games and Allskate Fun Center for roller rink days.
Lansing Avenue Heights kids will love the playground at Lions Park.
The William J Nixon Park skate park is a popular spot for skaters to practice their tricks.
1/2
Conveniently connected to North West Avenue
North West Avenue/Business 127 is one of Jackson’s primary north-south thoroughfares and runs along the neighborhood’s west end, while Lansing Avenue does the same on the east side. Downtown Jackson is about 2.5 miles south of the neighborhood, and Jackson Area Transit Authority bus stops are available along Lansing Avenue, Andrew Avenue to the area’s immediate north, and West Avenue. For residents commuting to other south Michigan areas, Ann Arbor is 36 miles east, while Lansing is 39 miles north. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 60 miles east.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Todd Rowe,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Lions Park
William J Nixon Park
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
111
Median Year Built
1929
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,215
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Todd Rowe,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
425
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,682
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,777
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89%
College Graduates
7.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
