Millburg is a small, rural community near Benton Harbor
About 7 miles east of Benton Harbor, Millburg is a small community of less than 600 people. It falls into a region known as the “Wedding Belt" of Southwest Michigan, where the farmland and woodlands have become popular backdrops for wedding venues, including two in the neighborhood. Territorial Road runs through the center of the community, complete with a small town center and a few local businesses. Kassie Prisk and her husband own D&V Motorsports, a local auto shop, and a recently reopened a convenience store. “It’s just a nice, quiet area with friendly people,” Prisk says. Millburg's CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10 is below the national average.
Ranch-style homes with acres of land
Home prices in Millburg range from $130,000 to $270,000. Ranch-style homes are common, many including a built-in garage. Most homes were built between the mid- to late 1900s on an acre or more, with spacious backyards and wooded backdrops. Homes near town center tend to be closer together with smaller yards.
One bar and a few local businesses in the town center
Millburg’s short, three-block town center on Territorial Road has a few auto shops, a gas station and the neighborhood’s sole restaurant, Chief’s Bar, a family-run staple. The rustic bar has served burgers and its famous prime rib since 1948. “The bar is very friendly and welcoming,” says Prisk. “It reminds me of Cheers, where everyone knows everyone but they welcome in new people.” Chief’s is an established late-night hangout spot, especially on the weekends, when it’s open until 2 a.m. Shoppers can also hit up Dollar General, about 1 mile from town center. Benton Harbor’s main shopping corridor, about 7 miles away, has dozens of big-box retailers.
A few miles from Randall Park and Sarett Nature Center
While Millburg doesn’t have any parks, there are plenty of playgrounds and other recreational activities a short drive away. Randall Park, about 5 miles away in Coloma, has a wooden castle playground and picnic pavilions. Sarett Nature Center, about 4 miles away, offers 8 miles of hiking and cross-country skiing trails, a butterfly exhibit and educational activities for kids.
Free tours at Carter's Christmas Wonderland
Every holiday season, locals look forward to Carter’s Christmas Wonderland, a winter tradition started by Nicholas and Julia Carter back in 2004. Their yard is decorated with more than 70,000 lights, hundreds of inflatables and a walking path for people to explore the display for free while sipping hot chocolate. “They have something special each night,” says Prisk. “They’ll have Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch and live reindeer. They do fun stuff the whole month of December.”
Education through Benton Harbor Area Schools
Students start at Martin Luther King Jr. Lower Elementary School followed by Fair Plain East Elementary for fourth and fifth grade. Both schools receive a D-plus grade from Niche. Students then head to Fair Plain Middle School, rated D, and Benton Harbor High, rated C-minus.
A 10-minute drive to Benton Harbor and Lake Michigan beaches
From Territorial Road, it’s about a 10-minute drive to downtown Benton Harbor and Lake Michigan beaches. The road also leads to Interstate 94, which runs across the state to Detroit, 180 miles away. Grand Rapids is about 80 miles, and South Bend International Airport is about 35 miles.
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Transit
Airport
South Bend International
50 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Millburg
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Millburg, Benton Harbor sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Millburg, Benton Harbor over the last 12 months is $185,650, down 33% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
552
Median Age
44
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,018
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,073
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.7%
College Graduates
21.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9%
% Population in Labor Force
60.3%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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