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Northtown

Northtown

Suburban Neighborhood in Lansing, Michigan

Ingham County 48906, 48912

$99,947 Average Value
$102 Average Price per Sq Ft
12 Homes For Sale

East of Old Town, west of Bancroft Park

Located just east of Lansing’s Old Town, Northtown is a longstanding community of homeowners and small businesses offering proximity to many of the city’s most popular spots, like Jackson Field, as well as East Lansing and Michigan State University. “I grew up in the community, and it’s coming back,” says Brian Ozbun, a Lansing Realtor with Bellabay Realty, LLC.
Enjoy the Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field, located near Northtown.
Enjoy the Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field, located near Northtown.
MSU, in East Lansing, is located just minutes from the Northtown Neighborhood.
MSU, in East Lansing, is located just minutes from the Northtown Neighborhood.
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Homes on The State Streets

Those driving through Northtown pass American Foursquare homes with large porches, signature gambler roofs of Dutch Colonials and colorful bungalows. Some of the homes were recently renovated, while others need a few repairs. Because of this, prices can range from less than $100,000 to around $300,000. Many of the streets are named after states, from New York Avenue to Indiana Avenue, so the area is also referred to as The State Streets.

Northtown is also popular for families looking for creative alternatives for student housing. “It’s so close to Michigan State University and student housing can be expensive,” Ozbun says, “so some parents will buy a home here in Northtown, outside of the college area, while their children are at school and have them stay in the house with their college student friends.”
Northtown is made up of traditional housing stock, such as American Foursquare homes.
Northtown is made up of traditional housing stock, such as American Foursquare homes.
Homes such as American Foursquare and Dutch Colonials line the streets of Northtown.
Homes such as American Foursquare and Dutch Colonials line the streets of Northtown.
Lush trees shade the homes and their well-manicured lawns in Northtown.
Lush trees shade the homes and their well-manicured lawns in Northtown.
Traditional, yet Colorful Foursquare home on Vermont Avenue in the Northtown neighborhood
Traditional, yet Colorful Foursquare home on Vermont Avenue in the Northtown neighborhood
A unique Dutch Colonial home sits on a quiet street in the Northtown neighborhood.
A unique Dutch Colonial home sits on a quiet street in the Northtown neighborhood.
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Living next to Bancroft Park

Residents explore winding, paved pathways through Bancroft Park. These trails navigate the park’s rolling hills in the otherwise flat Lansing area, making them perfect for joggers and cyclists looking for some elevation change. That doesn’t mean, however, that dog walkers and nature lovers can’t enjoy a leisurely stroll in the woodlands and wetlands right in their backyard. Porter Park is another community park that welcomes residents looking for wide open spaces and playground play.
Porter Park Playground in the Northtown neighborhood
Porter Park Playground in the Northtown neighborhood
Bancroft Park has a 1.4-mile paved walking path to enjoy, located in Northtown.
Bancroft Park has a 1.4-mile paved walking path to enjoy, located in Northtown.
A family goes on a nature hike in Bancroft Park, a large park located in Northtown.
A family goes on a nature hike in Bancroft Park, a large park located in Northtown.
Porter Park is a large green space, located in the Northtown neighborhood of Lansing.
Porter Park is a large green space, located in the Northtown neighborhood of Lansing.
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Schools for Northtown-based students

Before heading off to Michigan State University or Lansing Community College, students in Northtown can enroll in Gier Park Elementary School. Niche rates this school a C-plus; it offers low student-teacher ratios and one-on-one tutoring. They move on to Sheridan Road STEM Magnet School, which earns a C. At Eastern High School, students can enroll in Project Lead the Way, a STEM-based program that specifically focuses on biotechnological topics, from environmental protection to immune systems. The school earns a B-minus from Niche.
Gier Park Elementary School holds a C-plus rating on Niche.com.
Gier Park Elementary School holds a C-plus rating on Niche.com.
The Sheridan Road STEM Magnet School in Lansing, Michigan has a C rating on Niche.
The Sheridan Road STEM Magnet School in Lansing, Michigan has a C rating on Niche.
Students at Eastern High School can enroll in Project Lead the Way, a STEM-based program.
Students at Eastern High School can enroll in Project Lead the Way, a STEM-based program.
MSU, in East Lansing, is located just minutes from the Northtown Neighborhood.
MSU, in East Lansing, is located just minutes from the Northtown Neighborhood.
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Events

Though Northtown’s neighborhood association is no longer active, the area is also home to Cristo Rey Community Center, which runs a community kitchen and food pantry and has been the site for marches and other events for Northtown residents.

Getting around from Northtown

Some parts of Lansing, like Old Town, are within walking distance, and CATA buses line the major streets in Northtown, taking residents without cars the 2 miles downtown and 4 to East Lansing and Michigan State University. They’re 2 miles north of E.W. Sparrow Hospital. Locals heading overseas or across the country can head just 3 miles northwest to Capital Region International Airport.

Grabbing a bite in Old Town

Northtown residents are easily drawn into the gravity of energetic Old Town, where modern murals adorn historic Classical Revival buildings featuring the city’s latest eateries and dive bars. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a bad choice among the local establishments, but a crowd favorite is Meat BBQ, slow-smoking protein-heavy entrees and side dishes to deliver what they proudly refer to as “carnivore cuisine.” Neighbors can kick back at Zoobie’s Old Town Tavern, which serves up cocktail or craft beer and pub fare with unusual twists. For groceries, residents head east to the Meijer across U.S. 127, or pick up items from the reliable One Stop Food Mart on Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Grab a drink with friends while you enjoy some barbeque at Meat BBQ in Old Town, near Northtown.
Grab a drink with friends while you enjoy some barbeque at Meat BBQ in Old Town, near Northtown.
Friends enjoy a drink at the bar in Zoobie's Tavern, an Old Town favorite near Northtown.
Friends enjoy a drink at the bar in Zoobie's Tavern, an Old Town favorite near Northtown.
Artic Corner is a favorite located on hot days in Old Towne, minutes from Northtown.
Artic Corner is a favorite located on hot days in Old Towne, minutes from Northtown.
Zoobie's Old Town Tavern, near Northside, features indoor and outdoor seating.
Zoobie's Old Town Tavern, near Northside, features indoor and outdoor seating.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Lisa Fletcher

    Lisa Fletcher

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

    (517) 816-8074

    281 Total Sales

    1 in Northtown

    $100,000 Price

    Lisa Fletcher
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  • Morgan Meredith

    Morgan Meredith

    KELLER WILLIAMS LANSING

    (517) 777-8043

    306 Total Sales

    4 in Northtown

    $97K - $160K Price Range

    Morgan Meredith
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  • Brock Fletcher

    Brock Fletcher

    Keller Williams Lansing East

    (517) 696-6275

    299 Total Sales

    3 in Northtown

    $89K - $110K Price Range

    Brock Fletcher
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  • Christopher Silker

    Christopher Silker

    Keller Williams Realty Lansing

    (517) 816-9368

    295 Total Sales

    4 in Northtown

    $55K - $178K Price Range

    Christopher Silker
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  • Travis Conti

    Travis Conti

    RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals

    (517) 777-8068

    309 Total Sales

    3 in Northtown

    $80K - $118K Price Range

    Travis Conti
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  • Mary Miller

    Mary Miller

    RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals

    (517) 742-2943

    163 Total Sales

    3 in Northtown

    $60K - $105K Price Range

    Mary Miller
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Capital Region International

9 min drive

Bus

Nbd Pennsylvania Past Saginaw St

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Wbd Oakland Past Mahlon St

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Wbd Grand River Past Massachusetts

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Sbd Wood Past Barritt St

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Wbd Lake Lansing Before Chamberlain

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Wbd Grand River Past Wood St

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Ebd Grand River After Case

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Northtown US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Northtown Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Northtown, Lansing sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Northtown, Lansing over the last 12 months is $105,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$105,500
Median Sale Price
$105,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$105,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$152,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
166
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$102

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
852
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1924
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,175
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,160
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Monday, Jun 30
    1 - 3pm

    1420 E Oakland Ave, Lansing, MI 48906

    $25,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 720 Sq Ft
    • 1420 E Oakland Ave
    • New 28 days ago

    This is an AUCTION. $25,000.00 is the opening bid. Online bidding will end July 8 at 1:00 pm. Visit to register and for all the details. This charming 720 square foot bungalow is rich with original hardwood floors and functional layout. With 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath it is the perfect starter home, or investment.

    Stacy Byers Sheridan Sheridan Realty and Auction Co.

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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,597
Median Age
34
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$47,521
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,509

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.7%
College Graduates
21.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
72''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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