Lansing is home to a diverse network of communities, each with its own flavor. With bustling hubs, arts districts, and charming small towns, there’s a place for everyone across our region.
Communities
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Across Lansing's communities, all roads seem to lead to Downtown. Here, you don’t have to settle for traffic or cringe-worthy rent prices to enjoy the perks of city living.
The Eastside is the ideal spot for those craving the city vibe who still want to get to know their neighbors. It’s the kind of community where familiar faces effortlessly become old friends.
A walkable urban district with a rich past, Old Town blends classic charm with creative ingenuity. No matter your interests, there’s a good chance you’ll find a festival full of like-minds in Old Town.
With expanding apartments and new businesses opening their doors, Red Cedar is for those who like to get in on the ground floor.
REO Town is an involved community with perpetual opportunities to find your people. An insider secret? Pronounce it like “REO” instead of “R.E.O.”, and you’ll pass for a local.
Lansing’s South Side is known for its strong culture, bustling corridors, and tight-knit neighborhoods.
Whether you’re headed to school, work, or dinner, walkability is paramount on the Westside.
Bath is a natural sanctuary in mid-Michigan, meaning you can experience natural wildlife and wonder without hauling it way up north. What's better than having nature in your own backyard?
Situated halfway between Downtown Lansing and Battle Creek, Charlotte offers a strong sense of community and a peaceful escape from the hustle of the city.
Close to the action but with a personality all its own, Delta-Waverly makes for an ideal homebase with its wide range of housing options and easy access to local amenities.
With a central school district and numerous community activities, DeWitt is one of those cities where you'll always run into someone you know at the grocery store.
Intrinsically intertwined with MSU, East Lansing’s got a vibe like the next big thing is just around the corner (literally) and you got in on the ground floor.
Eaton Rapids is a bedroom community on-the-go, with unique festivals, charming historical sites and loads of opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Whether scaling the historic sandstone ledges or simply enjoying the downtown shops and eateries, you can explore the best of the outdoors (and indoors) in Grand Ledge.
Located in the center of Haslett, Lake Lansing offers gentle waves and tranquil shores available to access at a moment’s notice.
Just ten miles south of the bustle of Lansing, Holt provides residents with peaceful, tucked away neighborhoods and an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities.
Open year-round, Laingsburg’s Sleepy Hollow State Park houses more than 2,600 acres of forests, fields, trails and lakefront for nature lovers and tree-huggers to enjoy.
After just one visit to Mason, you'll understand what makes this city "Hometown U.S.A." (Literally. That's its nickname.)
At Michigan State University, surround yourself with culture and opportunity. Every day spent on campus is one step closer to achieving your goals.
Why choose between a sprawling yard and the urban happenings of Lansing when you can easily have both? In Okemos, you’re moments away from the action.
On the banks of the Shiawassee river, this small, inviting town has attractions for art lovers, history buffs, and fans of cute downtown scenes.
Offering the best of both worlds, Pewamo and Westphalia offer growing opportunities in a rural escape, where the pace of life is just right.
In Portland, natural beauty and an abundance of friendly neighbors create the ideal backdrop for putting down roots.
Potterville’s commitment to green spaces ensures plenty of opportunities for picnics, family gatherings, and fresh air.
Surrounded by tilled soil, apple orchards, and many farms, St. Johns is your beautiful home just north of the capital urban center.
Exceptional schools, parks, and opportunities to get involved make Webberville an ideal spot to put down roots.
With a historic downtown district full of beautiful architecture and plenty of eateries, Williamston makes for an ideal place to put down roots or enjoy a cozy weekend getaway.