Community Overview
Best known as the home of Michigan State University, East Lansing is a quality community that has a small-town ambiance while also offering vibrant nightlife. The mix of restaurants, unique shops, art galleries and entertainment makes East Lansing a fabulous destination for people of all ages. Mark your calendar and plan a visit during one of the many festivals taking place in town, such as the East Lansing Art Festival in May or the Great Lakes Folk Festival in August. Take a stroll on campus amid the buildings both old and new and don't forget to stop at the MSU Dairy store for the freshest and tastiest ice cream you can find.
It was originally a farming community, but Okemos has been entirely absorbed as a Lansing suburb. Downtown Okemos is located at the intersection of Hamilton and Okemos Roads. Stop by the Meridian Historical Village or the Native American Nokomis Learning Center to discover the region's roots. 2019 The Niche School rankings are out! Congratulations to Okemos Public Schools on ranking #2 Best School District in the state!
Haslett is most notable for being the home of Lake Lansing, where both Michigan State University Sailing Club and Lansing Sailing Club are located. In 2007, Haslett was named 42nd best place to raise your kids in America by BusinessWeek Magazine. Pack a lunch and enjoy the beach at Lake Lansing before giving a pedal boat or a canoe a whirl on the lake and then relaxing by the band shell to enjoy an evening of music. 2019 The Niche School rankings, Congratulations to Haslett Public Schools on being ranked #17 Best School District in the state!
Lansing is a diverse, robust capital city with a multitude of strong vibrant neighborhoods. Urban lofts and apartments located downtown blend with the governmental and corporate offices and are occupied by both students and professionals. With over 50 dedicated neighborhood associations, Lansing residents take pride in their hometown. Don't miss the cultural hub on the city's north side - Old Town. This vibrant neighborhood mixes art galleries, boutiques, specialty stores, bars and corporate offices. The architecture of the buildings is a big enough draw, but add in all the festivals (JazzFest, BluesFest, Festival of the Sun and Oktoberfest to name just a few) and you will want to return again and again to explore.
