Neighborhood in Lansing, Michigan
Ingham County 48912
Between Downtown Lansing and Michigan State University, Foster is a forest of greenery and single-family homes surrounded by trendy bars, restaurants and nightlife. With all the benefits of a college town, this mature area has the atmosphere of a well-established enclave with bungalows and vibrant gardens only a short drive from sporting events and the city's most famous attractions.
Dense foliage and mature trees shade the properties in Foster. This neighborhood has a walk score of 73, indicating most errands can be accomplished on foot due to the well-connected sidewalks. The most common housing styles include Craftsman bungalows, cottages and single-level ranch-style homes. However, Foster’s diverse housing stock features a variety of architecture, from Dutch colonials to American foursquares. Home prices range from $50,000 to $300,000.
Michigan Avenue is home to nightlife, restaurants and cafes. Strange Matter Coffee Eastside is a local coffee shop serving vegan pastries and lattes in a modern space. The People’s Kitchen is a trendy industrial eatery serving brunch dishes and creative cocktails. This area's premier late-night establishment is The Avenue, a hipster bar with pinball machines, live music and a grunge atmosphere. The area’s supermarkets include Kroger and Westlund’s Apple Market, each less than a mile from Foster. The Frandor Shopping Center is also nearby, providing a strip mall with more grocery and retail options.
Michigan State University (MSU) is well known for its basketball team, which has made 10 final four appearances in the NCAA tournament. MSU fans can watch regular season games at the Breslin Center. The city also has the Lansing Lugnuts, a Minor League Baseball team and High-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics, playing at Jackson Field near downtown. Approximately 3 miles south, Potter Park Zoo is another attraction, with more than 350 animals, including big cats and safari wildlife.
The Tollgate Wetlands has boardwalk paths, which lead to a scenic 1-mile route through wetland habitats home to blue herons and deer. Also nearby, the Lansing River Trail is a paved path over 20 miles along the Grand River. Marshall Park features a playground and athletic fields. The Groesbeck Golf Course is an 18-hole municipal course that won the 2024 community’s choice award for best golf course in Lansing. One community landmark is the Foster Community Center, which has been open since the 1980s. It has a public library, fitness classes, and after-school childcare programs. There are also several community gardens that locals can tend to.
Riddle Elementary School earns a C from Niche with interactive lessons incorporating technology and peer-to-peer learning. Pattengill Academy has a C-minus and a STEM curriculum with state-of-the-art labs. Eastern Lansing High School receives a C and offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) program with coursework in biology and medicine. Michigan State University (MSU) is only about 2 miles east. It offers highly ranked bachelor’s degrees in education and supply chain management.
The Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is the local bus system with fixed routes and on-demand service. Downtown Lansing is approximately 3 miles west on state Route 43. Grand Rapids is about 70 west on Interstate 96, while Detroit is roughly 90 miles east. Capital Region International Airport (LAN) provides passenger flights about 5 miles northwest.
Stacee Robison
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
(517) 997-0597
224 Total Sales
1 in Foster
$125,000 Price
Kevin DeVergilio
REALTEAM Real Estate
(947) 500-2485
141 Total Sales
1 in Foster
$160,000 Price
Tom Hands
The Local Element
(517) 319-1601
25 Total Sales
1 in Foster
$129,500 Price
Thomas Barrett
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
(517) 777-0896
145 Total Sales
1 in Foster
$160,000 Price
Lisa Fletcher
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
(517) 816-8074
283 Total Sales
2 in Foster
$120K - $131K Price Range
Morgan Meredith
KELLER WILLIAMS LANSING
(517) 777-8043
296 Total Sales
3 in Foster
$122K - $263K Price Range
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Foster | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Foster, Lansing sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Foster, Lansing over the last 12 months is $163,251, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$979 - $1,750 per month
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