Housing
It’s Time To Put Down Roots
How does it sound to live in one of the most affordable states in the U.S. without giving up any of the amenities? With housing options from urban apartments to rural cabins, buying a home in Michigan lets you do just that.
Nestle into a spacious new build in Brighton, for example, or a historic home full of character in Grand Rapids’ Heritage Hill. The state capital of Lansing and surrounding areas provide family-friendly living, thriving neighborhoods and a short commute to work. If it’s a city close to nightlife and events with other young professionals you’re looking for, you can find it in Michigan.
Or be closer to nature with a waterfront property in the Upper Peninsula or towns like Alpena, Ludington, Port Huron, or on one of the 11,000 inland lakes in the state. With Michigan’s low cost of living compared to other coastal locations, owning a vacation home or lake house doesn’t have to be out of reach.
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Housing by the Numbers
Of the Most Affordable American Cities You Should Totally Move to (Grand Rapids)
Thrillist, 2021Michigan Affordability
Michigan is among the most affordable states in the country considering overall cost of living and housing affordability. Hear from real Michiganders about their experience living and working in Michigan.
What Michiganders Are Saying
“What Michigan has is what a lot of other places don’t — a chance to live in a great town or a great state and be part of a global development community and also have a great quality of life. I think that’s rare, and that’s exciting.”
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Unlock an Affordable and Vibrant Lifestyle
Are you looking for a rental in a community that supports your remote work life? Michigan has walkable college towns like East Lansing and Ann Arbor, plus vibrant city neighborhoods like Midtown Detroit and Grand Rapid’s West Side. Want a quiet spot near the lake? Check out the condos in Elk Rapids or Grand Haven. If you want to be right near the action, the population in Downtown Detroit has grown by 30% over the last decade – with new housing developments, entertainment and events always on the rise across the state.
First-Place Homes for First-Time Homebuyers
Whether you’re looking for a mid-century modern abode or a cute suburban cape cod, an affordable starter home or a luxurious waterfront estate, the Great Lakes State has a variety of options at costs well below the national average.
The city of Farmington offers a mix of homes for purchase at a median sale price that’s 7% less than the national average, while the Grand Rapids area’s urban and suburban living communities were ranked the best place to raise a family in the U.S. by Rocket Homes in 2022. Between our diverse, affordable housing options and our easy-to-use resources, it’s a breeze to search for your dream home in Michigan.
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Michigan State Housing Development Authority
MSHDA’s Homeownership division provides a variety of programs and products for both homebuyers and homeowners. We can help if you’re trying to purchase a home, improve your current property and more.
Michigan Reconnect
The Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity and Michigan Reconnect work together to provide eligible individuals with free tuition to community colleges across the state.
Pure Michigan Talent Connect
Pure Michigan Talent Connect is your launch pad for new jobs and careers. It is an online marketplace connecting Michigan’s jobseekers and employers across all industries and occupations.
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Kettering University, MEDC announce the state’s largest incoming class of The Michigander Scholars
FLINT, Mich. – Kettering University and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) today introduced the 26 Kettering students who represent the university’s inaugural class of The Michigander Scholars recipients, the largest incoming class total produced by any Michigan public or private university. The program offers scholarships for $5,000 to $10,000 to qualifying Scholars who complete […]
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Marquette Named a Top Ten Best Small Town Cultural Scene in the Country
Marquette has proudly secured its place among the Top Ten best small town cultural scenes in the United States, according to a ranking by USA Today’s 10Best. This recognition highlights Marquette’s rich cultural community, where galleries, museums, festivals, and performing arts thrive alongside the natural beauty that defines the region. Residents and visitors alike enjoy […]
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8 Reasons To Put Alpena, MI On Your Summer Bucket List
by Visit Alpena There are way more than 8 reasons why you should put Alpena, Michigan on your summer bucket list! We’ve narrowed it down to 8 adventures that you absolutely MUST see and do during your Alpena vacation. The Lady Michigan & Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center Dive into this one and only […]
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