LANSING, MI

Lansing, Michigan is the state capital set along the Grand River, known for its tree-lined neighborhoods, revitalized downtown and REO Town arts district, and easy access to East Lansing and Michigan State University.

With major employers in government, healthcare, education, and advanced manufacturing, the area offers a steady market of classic bungalows, mid-century ranches, new townhomes, and nearby suburban options like DeWitt, Haslett, and Holt. Weekends mean Old Town festivals, the River Trail, farmers markets, and Lansing Lugnuts games at Jackson Field.

Life in Lansing feels easy and connected. Most commutes across town are short, and weekends fill up with River Trail walks, REO Town art hops, Old Town festivals, and Lugnuts games. Residents enjoy a growing food scene (from cozy diners to breweries), plenty of parks and dog-friendly spaces, and year-round activities from summer farmers markets to winter skating and sledding. With active neighborhood groups, strong libraries, and nearby MSU events, it’s easy to feel at home.

Government: City of Lansing
Schools: Lansing School District
Township: Lansing
County: Ingham County
Commute to Lansing: N/A

Lansing, MI has a population of 112,115 with an average household income of $64,500. Approximately 53.9% of residents own their home, and the median home value is around $119,400. For weather, the average summer high temperature is around 78F and the average yearly rainfall is around 33 inches.

We invite you to explore the local real estate market in Lansing. There are currently 696 residential listings on the market in Lansing with a median list price of homes for sale of $160K. Last month's median sold listing price in Lansing was $167K.

Lansing, MI Demographics

  • Population: 112,115

  • Average Income: $64,500

  • Average Age: 33.9 Years

  • Gender: 49.3% Male / 50.7% Female

  • Number of Households: 52,849 (33.5% with Children)

  • Median Property Value: $119,400

  • Occupancy: 53.9% Owned / 46.1% Rented

  • Average Residency: 12.3 Years

  • Education:
    20.7% High School
    7.49% Associate
    14.8% Bachelor
    9.98% Graduate