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A community of modest homes, industrial jobs and commercial activity
As the name suggests, East Muskegon is the easternmost neighborhood of Muskegon, right next to the small city of Muskegon Heights. The four corners of the neighborhood are broken out into different sections. The northwest corner is the residential segment – a subdivision with around 200 single-family homes with a median price of $98,000. Because these are some of the lowest-priced homes in the city, it’s a common place for first-time homebuyers to settle down. “A lot of families live here,” says Terry Puffer, a local Realtor and team lead with Five Star Real Estate. “If you have kids, it’s a great spot because your neighbor will most likely have kids, too.” The northeast corner of the neighborhood is known as Industrial Row, home to many of the city’s manufacturing plants. Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital and connected medical offices take up the southwest corner of the neighborhood while shopping centers in the southeast corner offer convenience to stores and restaurants.
East Muskegon is only a few minutes from downtown Muskegon and Lake Michigan.
Trinity Health is the largest employer in the area surrounding East Muskegon.
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Some of the cheapest houses in Muskegon
The residential section of East Muskegon is primarily made up of bungalows from the early 1900s and ranch-style homes from the mid-1900s. There’s also the occasional house with Dutch Colonial Revival architecture. These homes generally have two to three bedrooms and range from 700 to 900 square feet. Most homes are built on around an eighth of an acre with surrounding trees and greenery. Many of those lots also sit empty. Renovated homes range from $75,000 to $150,000. Those in need of renovations sell for as low as $45,000.
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National chains on Sherman Boulevard, local restaurants on Laketon Avenue
Most of the neighborhood’s commercial activity is on Sherman Boulevard to the south and Laketon Avenue to the north. Two shopping centers are across the street from each other on Sherman Boulevard with big box retailers such as Walmart, Lowe’s and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. This area also has several national chain restaurants. More local restaurants can be found on Laketon Avenue. Mr. Quick Drive Thru is a well-established Muskegon chain, which has been serving milk shakes, burgers, hot dogs and other American classics since 1962. Dog House Saloon is another local favorite, where friends go to hang out until midnight eating bar food, playing pool and singing karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights.
Sherman Blvd in East Muskegon is where you can find all the chain retail and restaurants.
East Muskegon has several big box retailers and chain restaurants along Sherman Blvd.
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Parks less than 2 miles away
While there are no parks in East Muskegon, community green spaces are a short drive away. One of the closest options is Johnny O. Harris Memorial Park, about a mile and a half from East Muskegon, where people can go for a stroll on the boardwalk by Little Black Creek or have fun on the playground. Sheldon Park is also about a mile and a half away, featuring three ball diamonds used by the Muskegon East Little League, and a playground installed in 2024. For some indoor fun, kids can bounce around at Sky Zone Trampoline Park in one of the shopping centers.
Hackley Park is located in Muskegon, Michigan.
Heritage Landing sits along the shoreline of Muskegon Lake.
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High school football champions
Muskegon Public Schools offers a school-choice program for elementary students. The closest option is Oakview Elementary School, which earns a C-minus grade from Niche. Students go on to Charles Hackley Middle School, which has yet to be graded since opening in 2024. Muskegon High School gets a C-plus. The Big Reds have a competitive football team, which won the Division II state championship in 2023.
Muskegon High School is located in Muskegon, Michigan.
Orchard View Middle School is located in Muskegon, Michigan.
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Getting around the neighborhood and Muskegon
Public buses are operated by Muskegon Area Transit System on the neighborhood’s main roads taking riders all over the city. Downtown and Muskegon Lake are less than 3 miles away. It’s also less than 7 miles to Pere Marquette Park, the city’s most prominent beach on Lake Michigan. U.S. 31 goes right through East Muskegon, which runs north and south along Michigan's western edge. It also leads to Muskegon County Airport, about 7 miles south. The airport offers 30-minute flights to Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
Muskegon and Muskegon Heights join forces to curb violent crime
Muskegon Heights's overall CAP crime score is 7 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. Homicide, which scores a 10 of 10, is one of the leading issues. In September 2024, Muskegon Heights and Muskegon announced they would be forming a task force to curb violent crime in the two cities.
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Parks in this Area
Marsh Field
Hidden Cove Park
Hackley Park
Heritage Landing
Smith-Ryerson Park
St Joseph Park
Wesley Avenue Park
Johnny O. Harris Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Gerald R Ford International
64 min drive
Bus
Trinity Hospital
Bus
Muskegon Surgery Center
Bus
Barney & Valley
Bus
Sherman & Taco Bell
Bus
Sherman & Sun Dolphin
Bus
Roberts & Sherman
Bus
Adac Plastics
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Muskegon
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Muskegon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Muskegon, Muskegon sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Muskegon, Muskegon over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in great condition, located just steps from the park! Seller is a licensed broker in the state of Michigan and member of the selling LLC
We are conveniently located near schools, public transportation, medical care, restaurants and major expressways for your daily needs and convenience. Please contact us for more details on our wait list!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,175
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
5.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,542
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$30,679
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.2%
College Graduates
3.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.6%
% Population in Labor Force
6%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
60''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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