Petoskey

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Petoskey, MI

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Unwind and enjoy nature in this Michigan treasure

Coastal Lakeside Scenic Charming Active Historic Vibrant Family-Friendly Quaint Welcoming

Situated in the northern part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, Petoskey rests on the shores of Lake Michigan, boasting stunning natural beauty that has inspired famous creators like Ernest Hemingway and Sufjan Stevens. Petoskey’s scenic environment draws thousands of visitors year-round to swim and lounge on beaches in the summer and to partake in sports like sledding, ice hockey, and skiing in the winter.

Known for its Victorian architecture, Petoskey is steeped in history evident throughout the walkable Gaslight Shopping District. Numerous wineries are convenient to Petoskey, including Mackinaw Trail Winery, Maple Moon Sugarbush and Winery, and Petoskey Farms Vineyard and Winery. Petoskey is home to Michigan’s official state stone, a prehistoric fossil called the Petoskey Stone, which is commonly found in Petoskey State Park, Magnus City Park Beach, and various retailers in town.

Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

40

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

Lincoln School

Public

Grades K-5

226 Students

9
out of 10

Sheridan School

Public

Grades PK-5

269 Students

8
out of 10

Central Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

249 Students

7
out of 10

Ottawa Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

248 Students

6
out of 10

Petoskey Montessori Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

28 Students

Rating Unavailable

Petoskey Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

582 Students

7
out of 10

Petoskey High School

Public

Grades 9-12

909 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Petoskey State Park
  • Nub's Nob
  • Young State Park
  • Thorne Swift Nature Preserve
  • Pond Hill Farm

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.