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Michigan Center has lakeside living in the eastern reaches of Jackson
Situated miles east of Jackson's populated center, Michigan Center’s lakeside culture and small-town character set life apart from its neighboring city. Residents are in one of Jackson County’s prime locales for outdoor leisure, with boating, fishing and other activities popular along Center Lake and its six other neighboring waterways along the Chain of Lakes in the area. Distinctive dining options, a broad home market and a short drive to Jackson’s entertainment and shopping round out the lifestyle of this waterfront community.
Lakefront homes in Michigan Center come with easy access to Center Lake.
Homes on the north side of Michigan Center enjoy larger lot sizes and lush greenery.
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A varied inventory of homes from the 20th century and today
Buyers can find a broad range of home styles, spanning from remodeled 1920s properties to contemporary homes from 2000 onwards. Small- to medium-sized ranch-style homes are common, while custom lakeside residences and bi-level properties are some of the rarer styles available. Garages vary between free-standing, addition and integrated options. Properties typically range between $50,000 and $550,000, with the most high-end properties offering large footprints or lakefront access.
Contemporary and remodeled houses are becoming popular choices in Michigan Center.
Bi-level homes provide Michigan Center residents with a larger floor plan option.
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Waterfront pastimes on the Chain of Lakes
The community sits at the top of the Chain of Lakes, a network of seven connected lakes beloved by locals for fishing, boating and pristine views. Center Lake, the largest one on the chain, has two boat launches at Michigan Center Park. The park is maintained by the Michigan Center Lions Club, has a small green space with a play area and doubles as a gathering space for events. Other recreational options in the area include Lakeland Hills Golf Course, which features an 18-hole layout, an onsite bar and a banquet hall.
Lake life is a central theme throughout Michigan Center's lakeside community.
Center Lake is the largest in the Chain with boat launches at Michigan Center Park.
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Kimmie K's Cafe, home of the "Monster Omelette"
Michigan Center offers a mix of independent businesses, while more familiar brands are available nearby in Jackson. Dani’s Used Books has shelves filled with fiction and nonfiction texts, with a joyful doll on a swing greeting customers at the front window. Mainstream shopping in the area includes a Menards store on the west side of the area near US Route 127 along with Meijer, Aldi and Walgreens to the northwest. Kimmie K’s Café proudly calls itself the “Home of the Monster Omelette,” which has nine eggs, four cheeses, three meats, three vegetables and potato in a single dish. Andy’s Pizza & Coney Island offers Jackson-style Coney dogs and casual Italian-American fare for take-out. Los Tres Amigos is a southern Michigan standby for traditional Mexican fare, while Dairy Queen offers dessert faves in an old-school ice cream stand setting.
Michigan Center's downtown is a small strip of retail and dining.
Kimmie K’s Café in Michigan Center calls itself the “Home of the Monster Omelette”.
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Annual Carp Carnival festivities at Michigan Center Park
One of Michigan Center’s major gatherings is the Carp Carnival. Hosted by Michigan Center’s local Lions Club each summer, the festival offers midway attractions, a themed parade, fishing contests and performances from local musicians. At the Page One Bar, locals can participate in trivia nights and karaoke, or simply visit for draft beer and burgers. Residents can also take a trip to Jackson to see the lights at the Cascades waterfall or visit Ella Sharp Park for the annual Art, Beer and Wine Festival during the summertime.
Learning for life at Michigan Center schools
Children in Michigan Center can attend schools within the Michigan Center School District. Arnold Elementary School has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio and a B-minus grade on Niche. The C-plus-ranked Michigan Center Junior/Senior High School serves students from seventh to twelfth grade and offers fifteen athletic programs.
Michigan Center Junior/Senior High School teachers boast a B-plus rating on Niche.
Over 300 students from Michigan Center attend Arnold Elementary School.
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4 miles out from Jackson
Page Avenue acts as Michigan Center’s primary connection to the greater Jackson County area. 5th Street and Hoyer Road are the two main north-south thoroughfares, connected along Round Lake by Grove Avenue. Residents are about 4 miles away from Downtown Jackson, 36 miles from Ann Arbor and 45 miles from Lansing. Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is about 4 miles west of the neighborhood near downtown Jackson for medical concerns. Residents traveling beyond south Michigan can catch flights at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, about 60 miles east of the community.
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On average, homes in Michigan Center, MI sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Michigan Center, MI over the last 12 months is $190,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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