$115,142Average Value$116Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
The busy neighborhood built around industry
REO Town, also known as Midtown, is a bustling community brimming with small businesses, a rich history and established architecture. Featuring South Lansing’s signature triple smokestack skyline, manufacturing buildings, and rows of small shops, “REO Town was built around industry,” says Brian Ozbun, a Realtor with Bellabay Realty, LLC.
Residents enjoy modern conveniences including plentiful shopping and dining, simple commute options and a vibrant night scene. This neighborhood is also just east of GM’s Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant, the building site for the Camaro.
Unique restaurants, coffee shops and breweries
“With a vibe of culture, art and creativity, this area has a rich history of the auto industry and has a great mix of cool restaurants, shops and businesses with some very cool architecture,” says Missy Lord, a realtor with RE/MAX.
The neighborhood is named after Ransom E. Olds, whose REO Motor Car Company and Oldsmobile automotive powerhouses helped build the area. Today, the proud manufacturing history is still evident in the repurposed industrial buildings that house some of REO Town’s favorite breweries and dining options.
Good Truckin’ Diner is a laid-back restaurant offering eclectic menu items, like a cross between biscuits and doughnuts affectionally called “Bonuts.” Interestingly, the diner is also a hot spot for Taco Tuesdays. Saddleback BBQ REO Town is the original location of this local chain, best known for Southern barbecue with a Midwestern twist. “Saddleback BBQ is not only a delicious restaurant, but they also have made some huge contributions to our great community,” says Lord.
For a morning boost, Residents head to Blue Owl Coffee Co. And there are several local watering holes, including REO Town Pub.
Enjoy an order of "Bonuts" at Good Truckin' Diner in Reo Town.
Meet with friends or get some work done at Blue Owl Coffee in Reo Town.
Good Truckin' Diner is always a great place to get a good meal in Reo Town.
A favorite hangout in Reo Town is Blue Owl Coffee.
Enjoy a meal with friends at Good Truckin' Diner in Reo Town.
Saddleback BBQ in the Reo Town neighborhood is best known for Southern BBQ.
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Shopping, entertainment and Riverview Church
This vibrant community is home to the REO Town Marketplace, a farmer’s market and an artisan market in one hip venue. For everyday essentials and other grocery needs, residents head 7 miles west to Lansing Towne Center to shop at Target, Aldi and Meijer. Lansing Mall is also just across from the strip mall.
The Robin Theatre is where they can catch a comedy show, poetry reading or touring musical performance. And on Sundays, some head to Riverview Church, a non-denominational, diverse place of worship that features a sign language interpreter.
You'll find only friendly instruction from the teaching artists at Wheel House Studio.
Stop by Cuttin' Up Barbershop in Reo Town for a great haircut and good conversation.
Shops and restaurants of Washington Avenue in the Reo Town neighborhood.
Find small, interesting artisan shops at the Reo Town Marketplace in the Reo Town.
Music shop inside the REO Town Marketplace in the Reo Town neighborhood.
Riverview Church in Reo Town is a diverse and welcoming church on South Washington.
Attend a pottery class with friends at Wheel House Studio in Reo Town.
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Recreation along the Grand River
“REO Town is right by the Grand River, which was one of the main attractions to the area long ago because the river helped create power for the manufacturing community,” Ozbun says. Today, the river is still a big attraction to the area thanks to its recreational opportunities.
Riverpoint Park sits at the confluence of the Grand River and Red Cedar River, inviting summertime kayaking, fishing and hours spent at the local playground. Thanks to the Lansing River Trail, locals can walk, run or cycle their way over 20 miles of the greater Lansing Area, from downtown to REO Town and beyond.
Bridge at River Point Park crossing the Red Cedar River in the Reo Town neighborhood.
A man enjoys fishing in the Red Cedar River along River Point Park in Reo Town.
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Cozy bungalows and sizeable four-squares
Homes are only a few blocks from Midtown dining, art galleries and paved pathways for walking and bicycling around the community. “The homes are affordable around Reo Town and most are within walking distance to all of the fun,” says Lord. Simple bungalows, sizeable American Foursquares and art-deco apartment buildings are the most common architectural styles.
“It’s a unique area because housing stock and prices are really street by street,” Ozbun says. Depending on the level of renovation needed and the area, homes can range from as low as $20,000 to $150,000.
More than a quarter of structures in the neighborhood are apartments, and more than 80% of residents rent their dwellings. Renters pay anywhere between $875 to $1,300 per month for a 12-month lease.
Foursquare homes are a spacious option in Reo Town.
Beautiful brick bungalow-style home in the Reo Town neighborhood.
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Pre-K through College
Kids attend Lyons Elementary School, where students can join the second and third-grade drama club, and students from first grade and up can join the choir. Lyons serves Pre-K through 4th graders and has a C-plus rating on Niche. As an alternative or next step. Students head south to Gardner Magnet School, which has a C-minus rating and serves students from kindergarten through 8th grade. Eastern High School is a popular choice for 7th through 12th grade students and has a B-minus rating. Lansing Community College is just 2 miles north of this neighborhood, and Michigan State University is 3 miles east.
Children can attend Lyons Elementary School, located just outside the REO Town neighborhood.
Gardner Elementary School holds a C- rating on Niche.com
Eastern Lansing High School is a public high school in Lansing, Michigan.
Lansing Community College offers an affordable education along with community programs.
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496, 96 and South Washington Ave
REO Town is bordered north by I-496, east by I-96 and west by South Washington Ave, so residents have various ways to commute. The community is also very walkable and bikeable with its compact layout, but there are no nearby bus stops.
Noise and crime
While being at the center of entertainment and having access to main highways have upsides, REO Town is a relatively noisy community. The neighborhood also experiences higher than average crime, with a crime index score of 9. For comparison, the US average is 4, with 1 being the lowest number of crimes reported and 10 being the most.
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Parks in this Area
Reutter Park
Cherry Hill Park
Sycamore Park
Riverpoint Park
Barb Dean Tot Lot
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Donora Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Hawk Island Park
Elm Park
Transit
Airport
Capital Region International
11 min drive
Bus
Sbd Washington Past Elm
Bus
Nbd Washington Past Hazel St
Bus
Sbd Cedar Past E Elm St
Bus
Nbd Washington Past Elm St
Bus
Sbd Washington Past South St
Bus
Ebd Malcolm X Past S Grand Ave
Bus
Nbd Cedar Past E Elm St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Reo Town
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
10
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
10
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Reo Town, Lansing sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Reo Town, Lansing over the last 12 months is $121,816, up 42% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautifully renovated four-bedroom, two-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and walkability—just one block from Lansing's vibrant REO Town district. Set on a double lot, enjoy easy access to restaurants, bars, yoga studios, coffee shops, and more. You're also just steps from the River Trail trailhead, connecting you to miles of biking, walking, and riverfront exploring
Rooted Real Esta Of Greater LansingRE/MAX Real Estate Professionals
Walk to Cooley Law, Davenport University and LCC! With so many conveniences and amenities, isn't it time you took advantage and chose to live at REO Town Apartments? Nestled on the banks of the scenic Grand River, REO Town Apartments offer a quiet, peaceful environment in which to study or just relax. The well tended grounds include a picnic area with barbeque grills, a deck overlooking the river
A "Top Rated" award winner in Bohemian REO Town! Walk to the theater, breweries, award winning BBQ, diners, and events! Enjoy expansive views of the city, river and River Trail from your private balcony! Watch Blue Heron, Great Egrets, ducks and geese on the river. Grow your own veggies in our resident gardens! Picnic by our NEW private pool. Stroll to local parks, fishing dock, basketball court
Property Id: 1439102Charming 1 bed, 1 bath unit in Lansing! Enjoy hardwood floors, and vintage character in this cozy first floor apartment. Unit includes spacious front porch, large yard, and on-site laundry. Close to parks, REO Town business district, and Lansing River Trail. Available 5/15/2025 for $800/month. Don't miss out!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
711
Median Age
34
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,422
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,039
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
72''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
62/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
52/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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