Niles, MI Homes for Rent

Once the site of Fort St. Joseph, Niles, Michigan, a city of about 12,000, is the most populous area in Berrien County. Over the centuries, the fort — named for its proximity to the St. Joseph River — changed hands several times. First, it belonged to the French during the French and Indian War, then the British, Indigenous tribes during the Pontiac Rebellion and later the Spanish. Niles' layered history has earned it the nickname "The City of Four Flags," and today, it's the site of ongoing archaeological excavations and historical reenactments. In Niles, kids come together at the fort's site for summer camps, and community members attend educational lecture series. Along with its rich heritage, Niles is also known for its outdoor recreation options, quirky Main Street businesses, year-round festivals and quiet neighborhoods filled with investment opportunities. "It's a wonderful little town," summarizes Lisa Croteau, the city's director of marketing and communications, who's called the area home for nearly 30 years. "It's close to everything. It's affordable, and it's got lovely people," she says. Adding, "Niles is kind of the center of the universe in our Michiana area," —