Marshall
Poised between Kalamazoo and Ann Arbor at the intersection of I-94 and I-69, Marshall has been deemed a “virtual textbook of 19th-Century American architecture” by the National Register of Historic Places. Historic buildings, restaurants, and shops comprise Marshall’s vibrant downtown area. Renting in Marshall allows you to grab a bite to eat at Schuler’s Restaurant or Dark Horse Brewing Company, learn more about history and architecture at the Honolulu House Museum, and discover the wonder of magic again at the American Museum of Magic, often referred to as “the Smithsonian of American magic." With seven designated park areas, Marshall residents are never short on opportunities to engage in outdoor activities and appreciate nature.
Toledo
Regarded as the Water Recreation Capital of the Midwest, Toledo rests on the banks of Lake Erie and the Maumee River in Northwest Ohio near the Ohio-Michigan border. While boating and fishing are popular pastimes in Toledo, there are also many other attractions Toledo residents enjoy. Should you choose to rent in Toledo, you will have the opportunity to see the Mud Hens play ball at Fifth Third Field, eat Hungarian hotdogs at Tony Packo’s, take the kids on a scientific adventure at Imagination Station, marvel at the ornate architecture of the Rosary Cathedral, peruse the shops at Franklin Park Mall and Hensville, hike through one of Toledo’s many Metroparks, tour the Toledo Zoo, and catch a race at Toledo Speedway. You can also see the Toledo Symphony Orchestra at Peristyle Concert Hall, the Toledo Opera at the historic Valentine Theatre Downtown, and the expansive collection in the Toledo Museum of Art. A short drive from Detroit and Cleveland, Toledo residents savor access to major highways, TARTA buses, and Toledo Express Airport.
Augusta
Most people are familiar with Augusta as the site of the Masters Golf Tournament, which effectively takes over the city every April. While golf is certainly an integral thread in the community’s identity, there’s quite a bit more to the story. As Georgia’s second-largest city, Augusta combines Old-South elegance with modern sophistication, often on the same block. Downtown and its surrounding neighborhoods are full of historic homes and buildings, with a dining and nightlife scene that may surprise you with its diverse offerings. The local economy employs folks in a wide range of major fields, from the well-established medical and higher education communities to the growing tech sector and military population stationed at nearby Fort Gordon. And while golf is certainly a popular pastime, Augusta’s recreational options extend far beyond the links: parks and nature preserves abound, and minor league baseball games at Olmstead Lake Stadium draw big crowds. For a more unique twist on Augusta’s most famous sport, the area features several disc golf courses, and is actually home to the Professional Disc Golf Association.
