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Lansing, MI

Lansing is a college town and the capital city of Michigan that is a great destination for those who are looking to move to an area and find an immediate sense of community. Lansing offers residents a high quality of life with many outdoor attractions during both the summer and winter months. With a population that exceeds 110,000, the city offers great shopping, dining, and entertainment options with a small town feel.

Michigan State University is the area's top employer, and the Spartans are one of the top engineering schools in the state. In addition to being a good academic school, they are consistently have one of the best football teams and basketball teams in the entire Big Ten Conference. In fact, Tim Izzo and them boys have been able to bring home a couple of National Championship trophies in basketball during his tenure at the school.

If you are looking for things to do once you have moved to the area, you should check out the Potter Park Zoo. This zoo is famous for its amazing rhinoceros exhibit that will get you up close and personal with this majestic creature. Impression 5 Science Center is an interactive experience that introduces children to the wonders of science in a fun and playful way. It is also great for older kids who have a blast at the center and learn a lot without evening realizing it. Touring the Michigan State Capitol Building is a great way to spend an afternoon. You will learn a lot of facts about the state on a guided tour.

Home prices in Lansing are affordable, given those own own or rent in the area more disposable income to spend on entertainment and travel. Fabulous Acres, Moores Park, and Old Oakland are just a few of the areas in the city that you should check out if you are looking to rent or buy. Getting around Lansing is easy, and traffic is not an issue that will be on the top of your mind. Many of the students in the area get around without their own car by bus, walking, or bike. The Capital Area Transit Authority operates bus service that is reliable, affordable, and dependable.

Lansing has a growing dining scene that offers foodies a chance to explore different tastes. Deluca's Restaurant is a top choice in Lansing that consistently receives high reviews from critics and casual diners. The Creole Burger & Southern Kitchen is another Lansing favorite that brings big flavors and a little bit of spice up to the state's capital. Good Truckin' Diner offers up some of your favorite comfort dishes on those days when you just don't want to cook.