Marquette
Neighborhood in Muskegon, Michigan
Muskegon County 49442
Older houses get a new lease on life with modern renovations
Gridded streets and sidewalks frame the neighborhood with Marquette Elementary school and shared parkland in the center. Fences, neat gardens and ornamental trees are common, as is a varied selection of housing styles. “Some older houses here have recently gotten a new lease on life,” says David Medendorp, a Realtor with Medendorp Real Estate Group. “Investors with big pockets have put a lot of money into the neighborhood, so an older house might now have a brand-new kitchen, siding or roof.” Styles include bungalows, ranches and new construction contemporaries. Most houses are priced between $150,000 and $300,000. Townhomes and condominium rental communities are also available, with prices ranging from $860 per month for one bedroom to $1,200 per month for three bedrooms.
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Picnics are common at Beukema Park
The creek bordering the neighborhood to the north, Fourmile Creek, does not have a designated park, but the open marsh field allows locals to stroll through or birdwatch. The closest park, Beukema Park, is adjacent to Marquette Elementary and features a playground, swings, a picnic area, a baseball diamond and a sports field with bleachers. The picnic area is covered, and tall trees shade the playground and swings. The large sports field is used for soccer, football both informally and by recreational sports teams. Ryerson Creek runs across the neighborhood's south side, forming a green buffer between otherwise-adjoining neighborhoods.
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Marquette Elementary offers Spanish immersion lessons
Students growing up in Marquette benefit from the local elementary school’s Pre-K For All program. Marquette Elementary School, in the middle of the neighborhood, offers free full-day preschool for 4-year-olds on weekdays. “Plus, the Marquette Elementary School is the only one in the city that does Spanish immersion, so kids can learn a second language from kindergarten through 6th grade,” says Medendorp. “Kids can be fluent by the end of their time in the program.” Students may attend Marquette Elementary School, graded C- by Niche; Orchard View Middle School, graded C; and Orchard View High School, graded C+. Just east of Marquette, Muskegon Community College provides college credits and support services to high schoolers through its Early College Muskegon County (ECMC) program. Once graduated from high school, students may enroll in one or more of the college’s 80+ degree and certificate options. The publicly run Wesley School in the neighborhood is a center for special educational needs, serving students from ages 3-26 from surrounding school districts.
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Getting downtown is simple with public transit
Muskegon Area Transit bus routes run through the city, with stops at Marquette Elementary School and throughout the neighborhood. Locals can drive from home to downtown in under 5 minutes. Muskegon County Airport is around 8 miles south of the neighborhood and offers direct flights to Chicago, where travelers can catch adjoining flights to their final destinations.Beltline Plaza has restaurants and shops nearby
The closest dining and grocery options are at Beltline Plaza, southeast of Marquette. Biggby Coffee is a popular regional chain. A few doors down, Mr. B’s Pancake House has been in business for 50 years, serving classic American brunch food, including stuffed hash browns, breakfast bowls, pancakes and eggs. The nearest grocery store is Aldi, also in the Beltline Plaza.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lori Chesebro
Lori Chesebro
RE/MAX West
(231) 666-0511
135 Total Sales
1 in Marquette
$136,000 Price
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Hunter Nelson
Hunter Nelson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Clyde Hendrick
(616) 254-2117
88 Total Sales
2 in Marquette
$43K - $150K Price Range
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Andrea Crossman
Andrea Crossman
Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
(616) 312-2291
566 Total Sales
1 in Marquette
$100,000 Price
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Claire Ritter
Claire Ritter
Five Star Real Estate
(616) 816-5169
52 Total Sales
1 in Marquette
$257,800 Price
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Chris Simpson
Chris Simpson
Nexes Realty Muskegon
(231) 638-4616
111 Total Sales
1 in Marquette
$250,000 Price
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Tricia Carlson
Tricia Carlson
Responds QuicklyFive Star Real Estate Whitehall
(231) 666-0202
171 Total Sales
2 in Marquette
$110K - $226K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Marsh Field
Hackley Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Heritage Landing
Smith-Ryerson Park
St Joseph Park
Riverside Park
Aamodt Park
Beukema Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Marquette | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Marquette Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Marquette, Muskegon sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Marquette, Muskegon over the last 12 months is $195,950, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$229,900
Median Sale Price
$195,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$229,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
645
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1968
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,204
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,597
Median Age
32
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,023
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,754
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
17.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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