A small Muskegon neighborhood with a church-run neighborhood association
Modest single-family homes line the residential streets of Steele, a quarter-square-mile community on the far east side of Muskegon. With Steele being the city's smallest neighborhood, homes are typically in short supply. However, when they hit the market, they usually sell below the citywide median of $190,000. Steele is more than just a small group of homes, though. Jericho Road Church runs the Steele Neighborhood Association, providing helpful services to the community. Pastor Jim Zatko of Jericho Road started the neighborhood association in 2022 and serves as the treasurer. "We were the only neighborhood without an association for 15 to 20 years," says Zatko, "We're big on having monthly meetings and getting people together to talk about their thoughts and concerns." The neighborhood association also provides helpful services to low-income residents, works together to keep the streets clean, and organizes events to foster a close community spirit.
Steele residents are just a short distance away from the restaurants and shops on Apple Avenue.
Jericho Road Church runs the neighborhood association and holds Steele community meetings.
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Bungalows and ranch-style homes
Steele is made up of bungalows and ranch-style homes built between the 1920s and '60s on approximately quarter-acre lots. Though many of these houses rest a few feet apart, some lie next to an empty lot or two. Those on the far north side feature backyards that face woods. Most bungalows have enclosed or covered front porches, and the area's ranch-style homes typically come with attached or detached garages. Both housing styles can be anywhere from 700 to 2,100 square feet, with prices generally ranging from $50,000 to $180,000, though some properties have reached $200,000.
Bungalow homes are plentiful in the Steele neighborhood.
A number of different ranch-style homes can be found in the Steele neighborhood.
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Parks with youth sports fields
Sheldon Park is about a half mile south. The park takes up one block of land with three ball fields used by Muskegon East Little League. During baseball and softball season, the park fills with families cheering on kids and grabbing snacks from the concession stand. Mature red oaks surround the park and provide shade during ball games and for children playing on the new playground, which was installed in 2024. Smith-Ryerson Park offers more outdoor recreation about 1.5 miles away. The 23-acre park features a backdrop of trees and wide-open space that makes room for a football field, basketball court and a picnic shelter.
Sheldon Park is located in Muskegon, Michigan.
Smith-Ryerson Park in Muskegon has basketball courts to practice upon.
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High school football champions
Muskegon Public Schools has a school choice program for elementary students. Two options include Marquette and Oakview Elementary schools, each of which earns a C-minus grade from Niche. Marquette is about 1.5 miles north, while Oakview is less than 1 mile south. Students go on to Charles Hackley Middle School, which has yet to be graded since it was built in 2023, with its first school year starting in 2024. Muskegon High School gets a C grade and stands out with its competitive football program, which took home the Division II state title in 2023.
The Muskegon High School Big Reds football team won the Division Two state championship in 2023.
Oakview Elementary School in Muskegon earns a C-minus grade from Niche.
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Neighborhood meetings, cleanups and fun events
The Steele Neighborhood Association hosts a monthly meeting at Jericho Road Church. Zatko says a different city worker comes to each meeting, whether it be someone with parks and recreation, the city manager or even the mayor. A neighborhood police officer assigned to Steel also attends each meeting to address any safety concerns. Along with having two Dumpster days a year for people to clear out their garbage, the neighborhood association and church run a quarterly cleanup. "We walk around and pick trash," says Zatko. "Often times, residents will join us in that effort." To assist those struggling financially, a food bank is held at the church every Thursday. They also have a Christmas store where people can pick out presents for free to put under the Christmas tree. Residents also participate in fun community events, including an Easter egg hunt, trunk-or-treating and annual block parties. "We do at least two block parties per year," says Zatko. "We'll do a cookout and have bounce houses and games for everyone. It's a good turnout, between 50 to 80 people."
Muskegon Area Transit bus routes to downtown
Most homes are no more than a quarter-mile from a bus stop on either Apple Avenue or Getty Street. Muskegon Area Transit runs buses with routes all over the city. U.S. 31 runs on the east side of Steele, where people can travel north and south through Michigan's western edge. It also leads nearly 9 miles to Muskegon County Airport, which offers Southern Airways Express flights to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Shopping and dining on Apple and Getty
All shopping and dining options are on Apple Avenue and Getty Street. Locals can get groceries from Aldi or shop for Mexican produce at Figueroa Market. There's also a Walgreens, Dollar General and Citi Trends. The east side of Apple Avenue features several fast-food restaurants, while the west side has more local establishments. Some options include China Express, which offers delivery and drive-thru service. Kayla's Tacos is well-known for its tacos but also offers other Mexican staples, such as tamales and quesadillas. Fish N Chicks is all about soul food and is best known for its gizzards.
Aldi is a go-to grocery store for folks in the Steele neighborhood.
Steele folks know Fish N Chicks offers delicious fried chicken, gizzards, perch, and catfish.
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Parks in this Area
Marsh Field
Hackley Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Heritage Landing
Smith-Ryerson Park
St Joseph Park
Sheldon Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Steele
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Steele Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Steele, Muskegon sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Steele, Muskegon over the last 12 months is $137,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$165,000
Median Sale Price
$137,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$137,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
284
Median Year Built
1952
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,256
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
753
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,926
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,145
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.6%
College Graduates
11.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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