Rural community on the east outskirts of Jackson County
Straightforward village living awaits in Napoleon, a township and unincorporated area in the eastern reaches of Jackson County. Linked to the Jackson and Michigan Center communities by winding roads that cut through rural homesteads and major lakes, locals can enjoy meals at the varied stops along Brooklyn Road, enjoy days on the water at one of the many lakes nearby, or take flight at a local skydiving center. A blues club rounds out the entertainment options immediately nearby, while additional options for shopping and leisure are an 11 mile drive away in Jackson.
Folk houses along spacious country roads
Napoleon residents live in conventional homes on medium to large lots. The area’s oldest properties date back to the 1900s, though most homes in the neighborhood were built between the 1950s and 1990s. Early homes have a minimal traditional style characterized by straightforward construction and materials like brick and wood. Later properties share the modest aesthetic but switch out the materials for alternatives such as vinyl siding. Manufactured homes are also common, particularly near the north end of the community. Property values generally fall between $27,000 and $380,000, with prices mostly based on property conditions and lot sizes.
Larger colonials and Cape Cods are other common home styles found throughout Napoleon.
A variety of manufactured home styles can be found in the northeast corner of Napoleon.
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Fishing days on Wolf Lake
Napoleon’s location within rural Jackson County makes it easy for residents to reach many of the area’s waterways. To the north, Wolf Lake is one of the seven lakes in the winding Michigan Center Chain of Lakes, which offer plentiful spaces for experienced and novice fishers to catch largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and other freshwater species. The area nearby also hosts the 208-acre Lefglen Nature Sanctuary, the Wolf Lake Yacht Club and Little Wolf Lake County Park. In the summertime, kids can join the day camp and overnight programs at YMCA Storer Camps to the west, with activities on and around the waters of Stony Lake. Norvell Lake offers a boat launch on the east side of town, while the River Raisin runs along the community’s southern boundary.
Little Wolf Lake is another lake nearby to Napoleon with over 100-acres of open water.
Lefglen Nature Sanctuary is home to over 50 local bird species and a variety of flora.
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Restaurants along Brooklyn Road
Napoleon’s primary shopping and dining options are peppered along Brooklyn Road. Dollar General is the nearest choice for most everyday items, alongside small convenience stores such as Kelly Express Mart and Vic’s. B&B Hardware specializes in supplies for DIY projects and construction. For dining in town, Aggie’s Sports Bar is a local choice for classic American fare, including burgers, waffle fries and wings. The Galley offers pizza, ice cream and varied sides for take-out, with Subway available under the same roof. Crowe’s Nest Café is a casual favorite for brunch, and Napoleon Café offers a diner-style menu alongside its pies, which are sold by the slice or in full. Additional businesses are available to the south in Brooklyn, which offers shopping choices such as Dollar Tree and Polly’s Country Market alongside a mix of local restaurants and casual chains.
Dollar General on Brooklyn road is the quickest stop in Napoleon for home goods and groceries.
The Galley has a full menu of cold treats to curb the sweet tooth of any Napoleon local.
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Sports nights at Napoleon High School
Public school students in Napoleon can attend schools within the Napoleon Community Schools District. Ezra Eby Elementary School has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio and earns a B grade on Niche. Napoleon Middle School also earns a B grade. Napoleon High School offers more than 30 athletic programs and earns a C-plus grade on Niche.
Ezra Eby Elementary School proudly boasts its "Pirate country" athletics.
School rating site Niche.com highly rates Napoleon Middle School teachers at an overall B-minus.
A looping drive brings parents to the entrance of Napoleon High School for drop-offs.
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Take Brooklyn Road to Jackson and other communities
Brooklyn Road is Napoleon’s primary connection to the greater Jackson County area. Locals are about 11 miles southeast of Downtown Jackson, 34 miles southwest of Ann Arbor and 50 miles south of Lansing. For medical emergencies, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is 10 miles northwest of the neighborhood. Residents traveling beyond south Michigan can fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 52 miles east of the community.
Live music at BLUEStage Jams
Locals can enjoy billiards, games and sports on the TVs at Aggie’s Sports Bar, which also hosts weekly trivia, karaoke nights and motorcycle rider meetups. BLUEStage Jams is a dedicated venue for blues music on the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, featuring local and touring acts. On the northwest end of the community, Skydive Tecumseh lets licensed jumpers and first-timers get a thrilling new perspective of the Jackson area. In Jackson, residents can visit downtown to enjoy adult beverages while exploring businesses within the city’s Social District, attend events at the Jackson County Fairgrounds or see the laser light shows at the Cascades waterfall in the summertime.
Thirsty diners from across Napoleon congregate at the local sports bar, Aggies.
Skydive Tecumseh in Napoleon is Michigan's highest rated skydiving center.
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Parks in this Area
Napoleon Athletic Fields
Kimball Park
Little Wolf Lake County Park
Lefglen Nature Sanctuary
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Napoleon
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Napoleon, Brooklyn sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Napoleon, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $195,235, down 1% 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
956
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,463
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,334
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.2%
College Graduates
23.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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