Living in Ann Arbor, MichiganAnn Arborites absolutely love it here, for so many reasons. Although it is a relatively small city, with fewer than 130,000 residents, it is home to the illustrious University of Michigan, which brings it so many advantages. Ann Arbor is presented with an incredibly rich array of concerts, theatre, lectures, artworks, and more, enjoyed by few cities of its size. For example, for the past three years Ann Arbor has been one of just two U.S. cities to host residencies of the Royal Shakespeare Company. A successful college athletic program is another of the benefits provided by U of M. There’s nothing like a football Saturday in Ann Arbor and the ‘Big House,’ Michigan’s historic football stadium which claims the largest gathering of football fans in the country, every home Saturday. Following the game, fans enjoy Ann Arbor’s restaurants, where the cuisine of choice is certain to be found among the hundreds of establishments around town.
Recreation of all sorts is readily available in Ann Arbor. A Tree City USA designee for 25 years, Ann Arbor boasts more than 150 parks scattered throughout the city, as well as over 1,700 acres of parkland along the Huron River, all within 10 minutes of downtown. To this, the University adds the 123-acre Nichols Arboretum and the 350-acre Matthei Botanical Garden and greenhouse. You’ll find dozens of lakes within a half hour of Ann Arbor, and two major state recreation areas offering hiking, hunting and fishing throughout the year. Golfers will find six public or semi-private courses in Ann Arbor, as well as several private clubs; within a short drive, you’ll find nearly thirty courses. Skiing and snowmobiling are popular winter sports. For those who enjoy watching professional sports, the Detroit Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons and Shock are just an hour away.
Ann Arbor is located 25 minutes from a major airport, and is within 4 hours of Chicago, 5 hours of Toronto, and the attractions of Detroit are just an hour away. Amtrak makes several stops a day in Ann Arbor, providing a rail link to major cities across the country and Canada.
Ann Arbor has found itself on list after list over the years, including Business Week Magazine, where in 2009 it was named the “Best Place to Raise Kids,” and AARP’s 2008 report ranking Ann Arbor as the “Nation’s Healthiest Hometown for Retirement.” The Ann Arbor housing market reflects upon this by maintaining a strong average single family home price of around $277,609 and condominium price of $156,095. Ann Arbor boasts everything under the sun when it comes to types of residences, including new construction, historic homes, condominiums, investment properties, vacant land and more. The Ann Arborites have known they have it good, and the word is getting out! | More Local Area InformationAnn Arbor is a spectacular city situated in the southern part of the state just 35 miles west of Detroit. It is an area with four seasons and beaut... Read moreAnn Arbor is the seventh largest city in Michigan, with a population of 113,206 (according to the 2006 U.S. Census Bureau). 32% are university o... Read moreLocated between Detroit and Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti is perfectly sited to take advantage of the best of what southeast Michigan has to offer. The hom... Read moreYpsilanti is within Washtenaw County, between Ann Arbor and metro Detroit. According to the 2000 census the city population is 22,362. Ypsilanti i... Read moreSaline has been named by CNN Money Magazine to the annual list of "Best Places to Live: Top 100 in the United States" three times in a row... Read moreLocated in Washtenaw County, Saline, MI is just 9 miles south of the greater Ann Arbor area and has a population of 8,034 people (according to th... Read moreSaline, Michigan, a city of about 9000, is located seven miles southwest of Ann Arbor and is the gateway to the Irish Hills, an exceptionally sceni... Read moreDexter is a village in Washtenaw County, just outside the greater Ann Arbor area, with a population of 2,338 people (according to the 2000 census)... Read moreDexter, Michigan is a growing village located eight miles west of Ann Arbor and has a population of about 4,000. Although its residents depend to ... Read moreOne of the fastest growing communities in the US, Canton Township has grown to over 50,000 residents over the past 30 years. Normally called Canton... Read moreReminiscent of a small New England Village, Plymouth, Michigan is one of the oldest communities in Michigan. The population of around over 8,00... Read moreBelleville is a diverse community with approximately 3,900 residents. The city has a total area of 1.2 square miles with 1.1 square miles of land an... Read moreChelsea, Michigan is a growing city of about 4,500 located 15 miles west of Ann Arbor, offering all the charm of a small town within an easy drive o... Read moreChelsea is a picture-perfect town located about 25 miles west of the greater Ann Arbor area. With a population of 4,398 (according to the 200... Read moreManchester, MI is located within Washtenaw County. The village has a population of 2,160 people, according to the 2000 census. Conveniently locate... Read moreLivonia is a large suburb, in fact Michigan’s eighth largest city, located in the northwest part of Wayne County. The city is a part of the Detroi... Read moreThe city of Tecumseh within Lenawee County, about 25 miles south of Ann Arbor and 60 miles southwest of Detroit. According to the 2000 census, th... Read moreWith so much to offer new residents—peaceful streets, a vibrant, inviting community, and fun attractions all in a convenient location—the village o... Read moreThe village of Dundee is part of Monroe County, Michigan, centrally located 27 miles south of Ann Arbor, 58 miles southwest of Detroit, and 30 mile... Read moreFrom shopping vintage antiques to golfing the 9-hole Dundee Golf Club course, there are always things to do in Dundee. Dundee and its neighborin... Read more |
