Sitting on the border of the United States and Canada, Port Huron has waterfront views, popular restaurants, and plenty to do. Lake Huron provides the city its name, and the parks, waterways, and museums provide its character. It's a quiet, mostly residential city with a dining and shopping district near the Saint Clair River. The river and Lake Huron are the big draws for homebuyers, and much of the city's recreation centers are around the water.
Green spaces near Lake Huron and Saint Clair River
Pine Grove Park is a popular outdoor space near Saint Clair River. The green space has a popular gazebo, baseball diamond and picnic area. It's also a hub for plenty of community events, like a popular holiday light show. Residents also enjoy the Huron Lightship Museum, which is located right near the park and perfect for lighting up an afternoon. The Blue Water River Walk stretches up and down for a mile along the Saint Clair River, and two parks, Heritage and Wetlands County, cap each end of the trail. For views of Lake Huron, residents enjoy lounging at Lighthouse Beach, which is also the site of the iconic Gratiot Lighthouse, Michigan's oldest lighthouse.
Quiet neighborhoods with pre-war homes
Houses in Port Huron start at around $95,000 and can reach up to $250,000. You'll spot pre-war bungalows, ranch homes, and even condominiums that overlook the Saint Clair River from eight-story high rises. The streets are quiet and minutes from the shops and restaurants along the riverfront, and sidewalks are ubiquitous throughout the city, so getting around is simple. Lawns are neat and tidy, and driveways tend to extend through the side yard and provide plenty of room for parking.
Large historical homes provide plenty of room for entertaining guests and family.
Bungalow style homes in Port Huron are ideal choices for first time homebuyers.
Four Square homes are a common sight in Port Huron.
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Eclectic spots to eat and shop
Residents have a city's worth of options to eat in Port Huron. Locals love The Exquisite Corpse, a coffee shop located near the Black River. This quirky spot has plants hanging throughout, skeletal motifs and exposed brick and plaster walls, lending a grim yet welcoming aesthetic to this community favorite. Vintage Tavern welcomes patrons into its warm exterior. With exposed brick walls, a fireplace in the corner, and brightly colored wood floors and tabletops, this old-school tavern is a popular spot for a drink or a bite to eat. It also boasts panoramic views of the city from its dining area. For groceries, Port Huron residents head to Kroger, Sam's Club and Save A Lot.
The Exquisite Corpse in Port Huron is an excellent place to read a book or meet with friends.
The Exquisite Corpse cafe in Port Huron serves locally baked goods and fresh roasted coffee.
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Learn to tee off or bowl a strike at school
Students in the area are part of the Port Huron Area School District, which has a B-minus rating on Niche. The area's youngest learners can begin their educational journey at Garfield Elementary School, which has a C-plus rating. Students continue at Holland Woods Middle School, which has a B-minus rating and finish their secondary education at Port Huron High School, which has a B rating. Port Huron High is known for its diverse sports teams, which include bowling, powerlifting and golf.
Garfield Elementary School is well rated and offers a small 12:1 student to teacher ratio.
Port Huron's Holland Woods Middle School services just over 400 students.
Port Huron Northern High School is well rated, offering small class sizes.
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Blue water busses and hospitals nearby
The Blue Water Area Transit bus line ferries residents around the city, and I-94 winds through the city, providing easy access to the surrounding area. McLaren Port Huron Hospital and Lake Huron Medical Center are both close to the river and located at the north and south ends of the city, respectively.
Port Huron features a robust transit system with several lines running throughout the city.
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