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Mason, MI

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A delightful blend of rural and suburban living

Rural Suburban Historic Charming Convenient Family-Friendly Quiet Scenic

Located about ten miles southeast of Lansing, Mason is the county seat of Ingham County. Mason blends suburban and rural lifestyles, boasting close proximity to Michigan’s capital city as well as a wide variety of farms. Home to several scenic city parks, Mason contains amenities such as a walking trail, skate park, and roller hockey rink. Burchfield Park and Valhalla Park are just minutes from Mason too.

The Ingham County Courthouse is the centerpiece of Mason’s historic downtown area, which blends into the cobblestoned paths of the antiques district. Downtown Mason’s colorful, historic buildings contain a bevy of restaurants, boutiques, and specialty shops along tree-lined Jefferson Street. Mason has been a Tree City USA every year since 1990. Mason’s proud, close-knit community gathers at the annual Ingham County Fair every July. Access to U.S. 127, I-96, and I-496 makes getting around from Mason easy.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Mason, MI is $804 for a studio, $976 for one bedroom, $1,320 for two bedrooms, and $1,030 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mason has increased by 2.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$976/month
689 Sq Ft
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Transportation

30

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Alaiedon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

390 Students

6
out of 10

Steele Street Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

458 Students

5
out of 10

North Aurelius Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

401 Students

4
out of 10

Heartwood School

Public

Grades PK-12

81 Students

Rating Unavailable

North Star School

Public

Grades K-12

33 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mason Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

776 Students

7
out of 10

Heartwood School

Public

Grades PK-12

81 Students

Rating Unavailable

North Star School

Public

Grades K-12

33 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mason High School

Public

Grades 9-12

954 Students

8
out of 10

Heartwood School

Public

Grades PK-12

81 Students

Rating Unavailable

North Star School

Public

Grades K-12

33 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Michigan State Univ. Observatory
  • MSU Horticulture Gardens
  • Harris Nature Center

Airports

  • Capital Region International

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