Why Live in Ida
Ida, a quaint neighborhood in Monroe, features a mix of century-old bungalows, farmhouse cottages, and Colonial Revival homes, with newer ranch-style houses on the outskirts. The area is known for its modest yards and larger properties as you move away from the town center. Ida Fireman's Park, located behind the Ida Branch Library, offers softball diamonds, a soccer field, and a playground, while nearby Monroe provides additional recreational options. Local dining includes Bluestreak Snack Shop, Carl's Hide-A-Way, and The Original Ida Tavern, each offering unique fare. Ida hosts the annual Christmas In Ida festival, a major event with a parade, fireworks, and food trucks, attracting large crowds. The weekly farmers market at the township park is a newer addition, running from spring to October. Ida is a quiet, one-stoplight town with low crime rates, making it safer than the national average. The neighborhood is three miles from South Custer Road, leading to Monroe's City Center, and 20 miles from Toledo. Ida Elementary School is highly rated, contributing to the area's appeal for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ida a good place to live?
Ida is a good place to live. Ida is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ida is a rural neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Ida has 1 park for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.5 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $102,311 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 25.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Ida are home owners, with 7.8% of residents renting and 92.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ida can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ida neighborhood guide.
Is Ida, MI a safe neighborhood?
Ida, MI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ida?
The median home price in Ida is $297,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $63K a year to afford the median home price in Ida. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Ida is $102K.
What are the best public schools in Ida?
The best public schools that serve Ida are:
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Home Trends in Ida, MI
On average, homes in Ida, Monroe sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Ida, Monroe over the last 12 months is $272,650, up 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$272,650
Median Single Family Sale Price
$270,225
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$164
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$297,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
35%
