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Muskegon, MI

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A lovely little city on Michigan’s west coast.

Beach Museums Maritime Outdoors Winter Sports Active

Muskegon is home to the largest beach in Western Michigan, and the coastline serves as a major attraction for locals and visitors alike. The city takes pride in keeping the beaches clean and pet-friendly, and boating and fishing are very popular here as well. Believe it or not, a small but dedicated community of surfers takes full advantage of the Lake Michigan wave action in Muskegon.

There’s an abundance of outdoor family activities year-round, with the Michigan’s Adventure amusement park in the summer and Muskegon Winter Sports Complex offering everything from luge to cross-country skiing when it gets cold. The city contains several landmarks celebrating the area’s history as both a lumber region and a maritime center.

The arts and culture scene incorporates the Muskegon Museum of Art, Broadway musicals at the Frauenthal, and performances by the West Michigan Symphony Orchestra. Less than an hour outside of town, folks renting in Muskegon can easily get to Grand Rapids or the sprawling natural splendor of Manistee National Forest.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Muskegon, MI is $761 for a studio, $984 for one bedroom, $1,230 for two bedrooms, and $1,383 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Muskegon has increased by 6.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$984/month
647 Sq Ft
House
$1,295/month
1,113 Sq Ft
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Transportation

43

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

46

Somewhat Bikeable

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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

Beach Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

308 Students

9
out of 10

ReethsPuffer Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

603 Students

7
out of 10

Lincoln Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

418 Students

7
out of 10

Churchill Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

408 Students

7
out of 10

Shettler School

Public

Grades PK-5

318 Students

7
out of 10

North Muskegon Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

223 Students

7
out of 10

Oakridge Lower Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-7

557 Students

5
out of 10

ReethsPuffer Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

542 Students

5
out of 10

Mona Shores Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

902 Students

4
out of 10

Oakridge Middle School

Public

Grades 5-12

283 Students

4
out of 10

Mona Shores High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,268 Students

7
out of 10

North Muskegon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

335 Students

7
out of 10

ReethsPuffer High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,177 Students

6
out of 10

Oakridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

561 Students

5
out of 10

Muskegon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,039 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center
  • Hoffmaster State Park
  • Muskegon State Park

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