Under the Oaks
Neighborhood in Jackson, Michigan
Jackson County 49201, 49203
Under the Oaks Historic District
Most houses are from the early 1900s, with some from the late 1800s that have been renovated. Suppose a house in this neighborhood is updated. In that case, the city’s Historic District Commission must grant permission to ensure that the improvements to single-family and multi-family homes stay true to the historic aesthetic. That includes updates to roofs and gutters or replacing windows. Victorian, Colonial and Tudor Revival houses are priced between $120,000 and $330,000. Multi-family homes are also in classic styles like Queen Anne and range from $100,000 to $200,000. The community also includes a handful of condos in the multi-family buildings along Michigan Avenue, a primary thoroughfare that's also lined by houses of worship such as Jackson's First Presbyterian Church, Temple Beth Israel, Central Wesleyan Church and Immanuel Lutheran Church. Condo prices range from about $25,000 to $70,000.The neighborhood's overall CAP crime score is 6, above the national average of 4. However, it does score a 7 for homicide.
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Jackson High School
Those living in the northern part of the neighborhood are close to Jackson High School. During Friday nights in the fall, a crowd roar can be heard when the Vikings score a touchdown. That part of the neighborhood is close to Withington Community Stadium. The field is named after Jackson native and former NFL coach Tony Dungy and his family. Dungy’s mother taught for many years at Jackson High. The school gets a B-plus grade from Niche. Students living in Under the Oaks can attend schools in the Jackson Public School District or choose among other districts in Jackson County through the school choice program. Hunt Elementary is rated a C-plus and has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Middle School at Parkside earns a C grade on Niche.
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Proximity to downtown Jackson
Under the Oaks is just west of downtown, with several shops, restaurants and activities. Various food trucks are at Horace Blackman Park for Food Truck Tuesdays from June through the middle of September from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. An antique car show and live music occur on the fourth Friday of the summer from 5 to 8 p.m. Attractions include the Michigan Theatre of Jackson, a restored 1930s movie house that shows films and has stage & musical performances. The Jackson District Library also has a branch downtown.Under the Oaks Park
The neighborhood's historical marker is located at Under the Oaks Park, a tiny square with a few interpretive signs, plaques and a flag pole flying the Stars and Stripes. Recreation opportunities close to the neighborhood include a place to take the family's four-legged member. Betty’s Dog Park is on the western edge of downtown Jackson and has a separate area for large and small breeds and a secure gate. Dogs and their humans can explore outside the fenced-in area with walking paths, picnic tables and shade trees. A couple of larger parks are two miles away, including Cascades Park, named after the popular attraction of an artificial waterfall that is part of an LED light show Wednesday through Sunday evenings throughout the summer. Ella Sharp Park is nearly 600 acres, located along the Grand River, and borders an 18-hole golf course. The park has a fishing area, lighted softball fields, and tennis and pickleball courts.
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Jackson Area Transportation Authority Reserve-a-Ride
The Jackson Area Transportation Authority's bus system has limited routes, but it does offer the Reserve-A-Ride program. Smaller buses will pick a customer up at their house and take them wherever they request. The rides are available on a first-come, first-served basis and have hours every day. Rides can be scheduled by contacting the Jackson Area Transportation Authority. They also have a Rides to Wellness program, offering a lift to non-emergency doctor visits. The neighborhood is 2 miles from Interstate 94 at its intersection with North West Avenue, 60 miles from the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and 80 miles from downtown Detroit. It’s also 35 miles west of Ann Arbor, the home to the University of Michigan.Hinkley Bakery is close to the neighborhood
Residents won't have to drive too far to reach commercial businesses. About a half mile south is Hinkley Bakery, a place loved by Jackson residents. “Once you have one of their donuts, you never want one from anywhere else,” says Valerie Stover, owner and head broker with the Val Stover Real Estate Team with over 30 years of experience and lifelong Jackson resident. “They just melt in your mouth.” On the other end of the spectrum, Healthy Vibes Jackson has protein snacks and a long list of shakes between 200 and 250 calories - some are gluten-free. Grocery stores in the area include Walmart Supercenter, as part of Westwood Mall, about a mile and a half northwest, and it’s a 2-mile drive to Kroger, which is near Interstate 94.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Heather Herndon
Heather Herndon
Howard Hanna Real Estate
(517) 742-3134
807 Total Sales
12 in Under the Oaks
$21K - $240K Price Range
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Kirsten Knueppel-Mogle
Kirsten Knueppel-Mogle
RE/MAX Mid-Michigan
(517) 684-3016
202 Total Sales
1 in Under the Oaks
$235,000 Price
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Skylar Harris
Skylar Harris
Responds QuicklyThe Brokerage House
(208) 540-9182
65 Total Sales
1 in Under the Oaks
$170,000 Price
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Todd Rowe
Todd Rowe
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
(517) 684-3011
81 Total Sales
1 in Under the Oaks
$129,900 Price
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Doug Beiswanger
Doug Beiswanger
Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
(517) 684-2922
519 Total Sales
5 in Under the Oaks
$42K - $240K Price Range
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Brittany Miles
Brittany Miles
Responds QuicklyERA Reardon Realty
(517) 684-2899
102 Total Sales
1 in Under the Oaks
$175,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Blackman Park
Under the Oaks
Sparks Foundation County Park
Betty's Dog Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Under the Oaks | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Under the Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Under the Oaks, Jackson sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Under the Oaks, Jackson over the last 12 months is $71,000, down 51% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$76,000
Median Sale Price
$71,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$102,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$56,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-51%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$79
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
179
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,625
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,057
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
532
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$775 - $900 per month
- Renaissance Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 720 W Michigan Ave
- Jackson, MI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,435
Median Age
35
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,664
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,510
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
18.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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