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Ann Arbor, MI. Neighborhoods

Ann Arbor's population density, thriving social scene, and active job market make it a very desirable place to live in Michigan. However, that desirability does drive up prices in the area. Therefore, people looking to move to one of the neighborhoods throughout this city may need to choose carefully to find a home that works for their needs. These neighborhoods include:

• Plymouth Road/Green Road: This neighborhood has a median real estate price of $948,394, which is more expensive than 99.8% of Michigan neighborhoods and 94.4% of the rest of the US. The rental median is $1,827, higher than 88.2% of communities in the state.
• Foster: Foster's median real estate cost ($630,018) is far lower than Plymouth Road/Green Road but higher than 99% of all Michigan neighborhoods. The rental price here is $2,173, which is higher than 94.5% of areas in Michigan.
• West Liberty Road/South Wagner Road: Ann Arbor's cheapest neighborhood has a median real estate price of $555,815, which costs more than 97.7% of all Michigan neighborhoods. Rent here is $2,047, higher than about 92.5% of all Michigan areas.

Ann Arbor, MI. School District

Ann Arbor takes education very seriously, and the Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) district includes multiple elementary, middle, and high schools. These include Huron and Skyline, two schools focusing heavily on arts education, particularly music. Many private schools, including Emerson, Father Gabriel Richard, Rudolf Steiner School, Clonlara, Michigan Islamic Academy, and Greenhills School. Some of these schools are religious, and others are not.

No article examining Ann Arbor's education would be complete without discussing the University of Michigan. The town centers on this university and its well-known and respected hospital. Other higher education options in the area include Washtenaw Community College and the Thomas M. Cooley Law School.

Moving to Ann Arbor, MI. Resource Guide

Ann Arbor's modern government is very adaptable to new residents, mainly as many students come and go throughout the years. They provide resources like snow removal, trash help, sewage, and more.

New residents will also find plenty of fun outdoor activities to keep them busy during the beautiful Michigan summers, including a trip to nearby Lake Huron or Erie. Things you can do right within the city's limits include:

• Visiting the Ann Arbor Farmer's Market
• Play basketball with friends or student
• Bike one of the many trails
• Kayak in one of the area's rivers
• Visit a disc golf course and improve your game
• Head out to a lake and go fishing
• Hit the hockey rink both in summer and winter seasons

Ann Arbor, MI. Housing

Ann Arbor's dense student population and professional atmosphere, combined with its relatively small area, give it an overall cost of living rating of 117.5, well over Michigan's 89.6 and the nation's 100 ratings. The biggest reason for this change is the housing costs (164.2) which is well over Michigan's (65.5) and the nation's (100) rating. Ann Arbor housing consists of many one-family homes, with some two-family or even three-family houses in denser areas.