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Southeast Jackson community with Polish-American roots
One of Jackson’s most tenured Catholic parishes sits on Elm Avenue and Pringle Avenue on the city’s southeast side. In 1920, St. Stanislaus Kostka opened on the corner as a religious haven for the Polish families living nearby. More than 100 years later, the church still holds a vigil mass on Saturdays in the neighborhood. Inspired by its ethnic heritage, the neighborhood shares its name with a larger counterpart near Detroit. In Jackson's Poletown, local organizations like the Polish Falcons have ensured that the neighborhood’s identity endures, while 20th-century homes in a familiar traditional style have given the area a broad appeal for residents from all walks of life.
Early 20th-century homes along Michigan Avenue
Many homes share a straightforward, national folk style in Poletown. Homes typically have simple forms with minimal ornamentation, gabled roofs and covered or enclosed porches. Foursquare-style homes are a popular variation of the general style. “It’s a very cozy area -- they’re really solid homes, and a lot of them are kind of treasured. They may or may not have been updated with modern touches, but a lot of people buying today can really appreciate those earlier homes,” says Kathy Byerly, an associate broker with ERA Reardon Realty in Jackson. Byerly has sold homes in Jackson and other Michigan communities for more than 20 years. Single-family homes in the area generally range from about $27,000 to $80,000 for properties with higher upkeep needs and $87,000 to $138,000 for move-in-ready properties. Duplexes and multi-unit properties typically range from $27,000 to $115,000. According to the First Street Foundation's Flood Factor index, some areas in the neighborhood may have a higher risk of flooding. Locals living near major roads may experience higher noise levels. The Consumers Energy Jackson power plant is located within the neighborhood on Chapin Street.
Homes closer to Poletown's south side feature larger average lot sizes.
Folk style homes in Poletown often feature colonial revival features and attached porches.
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Meals done just right at Baby Bear Burger
Michigan Avenue and Page Avenue are home to the neighborhood’s main shopping and dining stops. Blue Moon Café, paralleling freight rail tracks in the more industrial-oriented Page Avenue corridor, is a daytime favorite for diner-style breakfast and lunch on the south side. Down the avenue, A&A II Meat Market opened in 1930 and offers more than 30 kielbasa and sausage varieties. Residents can also stop by for fresh cuts of beef, poultry, pork, other grocery items and deli sandwiches. Next to the meat market, Baby Bear Burger specializes in ‘just right’ burgers that Jackson Magazine dubbed the best in the city in 2024. The restaurant originally started as a food truck in 2020 before opening at its brick-and-mortar location three years later. On the neighborhood’s north side, Family Dollar is a close stop for everyday items and St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store offers gently used clothing and home goods. Other common stops, such as Aldi and Meijer, are available on Michigan Avenue to the northeast.
The closest retail location to Poletown is a convenient Family Dollar.
Locals can shop for groceries at Aldi or Meijer on Michigan Ave east of Poletown.
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Club gatherings at the Polish National Alliance lodge
Several organizations in the area help the area maintain a strong connection with its roots. The Polish National Alliance and Polish Falcons Nest each have lodges in the neighborhood that host private member events and community gatherings like fish fries, pool tournaments and weddings. Barb’s Star Bar and Sarah’s Place each offer casual hangout bar spaces on the neighborhood’s south side. On the north side of Poletown near Michigan Avenue, Game On Sports Bar offers a dedicated space for billiards and watch parties for big games. Additional shows and citywide celebrations are held in Downtown Jackson to the west.
Learning the basics at Jackson Public Schools
Through the state's school choice program, public school students in southeast Jackson can attend schools within the Jackson Public Schools district or other nearby school districts. Northeast Elementary School has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio and a C-plus grade on Niche. Middle School at Parkside earns a C grade. The B-plus ranked Jackson High School offers dual enrollment classes for college-bound students, Advanced Placement and technical education courses.
Over four hundred Jackson area student attend Northeast Elementary School.
Middle School at Parkside serves nearly 800 students from across Jackson.
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Neighborhood parks on Jackson’s east side
Rotary Park offers an open green space, play area and ball courts between Deyo Street and Plymouth Street. Norm Creger Memorial Park is another small recreational area near Pringle Street and Pleasant Street. To the neighborhood’s north, Loomis Park offers one of the largest park areas on the east side of Jackson, making it a popular choice for events and gatherings.
The playground at Norm Creger Memorial Park is a favorite for kids in Jackson.
Rotary Playground has a modern playground for local kids to enjoy.
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About 40 miles to Lansing and Ann Arbor
Locals’ primary connection to the greater Jackson area is Michigan Avenue, which runs along the neighborhood's north end. Page Avenue connects to Michigan Avenue on the area's west side before running southeast. Downtown Jackson is 2 miles west of the neighborhood, and locals commuting to Ann Arbor or Lansing can expect a 40 mile journey to either city. Jackson Area Transit Authority bus stops are available in the neighborhood along Michigan Avenue, Elm Street and Gorham Street. The Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is just northwest of the neighborhood near Michigan Avenue, less than 2 miles out from most residents. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 60 miles east of the neighborhood for travel beyond the south Michigan area.
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Parks in this Area
Loomis Park
Rotary Playground
Norm Creger Memorial Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Poletown
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Poletown, Jackson sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Poletown, Jackson over the last 12 months is $81,214, down 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
The Sanctuary at Brills Lake wooded 1 acre lot. This beautiful lot includes deeded lake access to Brills Lake. The 140 acre subdivision has street lights, paved roads, walking trails and a community dock. Most recent home sales in the neighborhood have exceeded $550,000 and new construction is also underway. Easy access to I-94 makes it great for commuters!
The Sanctuary at Brills Lake 2.2 acre wooded lot. This beautiful lot includes association access to Brills Lake. The 140 acre subdivision has street lights, paved roads, walking trails and a community dock. Most recent home sales in the neighborhood have exceeded $550,000 and new construction is also underway. Easy access to I-94 makes it great for commuters!
The Sanctuary at Brills Lake wooded lakefront lot. This beautiful lot includes over 200 ft. of frontage on Brills Lake. The 140 acre subdivision has street lights, paved roads, walking trails and a community dock. Most recent home sales in the neighborhood have exceeded $550,000 and new construction is also underway. Easy access to I-94 makes it great for commuters!
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
1,860
Median Age
35
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,571
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,946
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.1%
College Graduates
5.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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