Ypsilanti
Find a Fresh Start in Ypsilanti
Want to be on a first-name basis with this hip town? Just refer to it as “Ypsi” from now on, and you’ll fit right in with the locals. An influx of people from near and far are settling down in Ypsi due to its authentic and innovative atmosphere. This unconventional getaway spot is truly a place for everyone, and we can promise you’ll never want to leave once you experience Ypsilanti.
Want to see the real Yspi? Let’s explore.
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Live, Work, and Play in Ypsilanti
An edgy college town
Ypsilanti is everything you would expect from a college town—rich in character and full of pride for its local campus and surrounding community. A vibrant blend of youthful and wise, Ypsi is home to Eastern Michigan University students and long-standing locals. Eastern Michigan graduates love to stick around Ypsi and contribute to the area’s various local businesses.
Job opportunities
Less than 20 minutes from its neighboring city of Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti offers plenty of job opportunities for its residents within a short commute. However, for residents who want to work in the heart of town, Eastern Michigan University employs more than 1,400 professionals. Automotive manufacturing is also a popular industry in the area, with Ford Motor Company as a top employer.
Schools
Ypsilanti Community Schools features several specialty schools in addition to public schools. ACTech High School students receive individualized instruction on the arts, humanities, and logistics. To expose students to a more collegiate-like experience, ACTech encourages students to participate in educational workshops and research projects.
Ypsilanti is home to Eastern Michigan University, which has an enrollment of approximately 17,500 undergraduate students and 4,800 graduate students.
Year in and year out events
Many of Ypsilanti’s annual events revolve around the arts and live entertainment. One in particular will surely have you saying, “Thank you, Thank you very much!”—Ypsi’s Elvisfest is the largest Elvis tribute concert in the country. First Fridays Ypsilanti and DIYpsi accommodate the area’s art lovers with monthly art and culture walks.
Wondering What's Around?
Our Favorite Local Picks
Ypsilanti Farmers Market
Growing Hope, a nonprofit working to increase community access to fresh and healthy food, operates farmers markets in the area’s two main districts—Depot Town and Downtown. The farmers markets feature a variety of vendors, including fresh produce and home goods.
VISIT THE MARKET »Unicorn Feed & Supply
Experience the magic of Ypsi at Unicorn Feed & Supply, an imaginative oasis of all things sparkly. Add some flair to your everyday with one of the store’s unique stickers, terrariums, or fairy gardens.
SHOP NOW »734 Brewing Company
Deemed the place to be on Friday nights in Ypsi, 734 Brewing Company has live music and local food. Grab the mic on Tuesdays for their weekly karaoke night.
GRAB THE MIC »Rolling Hills Waterpark
Craving summer fun? Dive into Rolling Hills Water Park, Ypsilanti's oasis with slides, waves, and a lazy river!
Make a Splash »FAQs About Living in Ypsilanti, Michigan
1. What is it like to live in Ypsilanti, Michigan?
Ypsilanti offers a distinctive mix of historic neighborhoods, local restaurants and shops, arts and entertainment, community events, and the energy surrounding Eastern Michigan University. Residents can enjoy both Downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town while remaining close to employment, healthcare, shopping, and entertainment throughout the greater Ann Arbor area.
2. What types of homes can buyers find in Ypsilanti?
Ypsilanti offers a wide variety of housing, including historic homes, bungalows, traditional single-family properties, condos, and homes in established residential communities. Buyers can also explore neighborhoods such as Ford Lake Heights and Whittaker Village to compare different settings and housing options in the area.
3. How close is Ypsilanti to Ann Arbor?
Ypsilanti is located just east of Ann Arbor, making it convenient for people who work, attend school, or regularly travel between the two cities. Residents can access major employers, healthcare systems, the University of Michigan, dining, shopping, and entertainment in Ann Arbor while enjoying Ypsilanti's own downtown districts and community amenities. Buyers comparing the two areas can also explore living in Ann Arbor.
4. What are Downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town like?
Downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town are two of the city's best-known districts, offering local restaurants, shops, entertainment, community events, and historic architecture. Each has its own character, giving residents and visitors multiple places to enjoy dining, live music, arts, markets, and locally owned businesses.
5. How does Eastern Michigan University influence life in Ypsilanti?
Eastern Michigan University is an important part of Ypsilanti's identity and contributes to the area's employment, events, dining, businesses, and overall college-town atmosphere. Buyers interested in living near campus may want to consider commute time, neighborhood setting, property type, and proximity to Downtown Ypsilanti when comparing homes.
6. What should home buyers know about schools in Ypsilanti?
School assignments can vary based on a property's exact location, so buyers should verify current district boundaries and attendance information for any home they are considering. The Picknell Team's local schools resource can help you begin researching educational options in Ypsilanti and surrounding Washtenaw County communities.
7. How do I start searching for homes for sale in Ypsilanti?
Start by identifying your preferred price range, housing style, neighborhood setting, commute, and must-have features. Because Ypsilanti includes historic districts, suburban neighborhoods, condos, and homes near Eastern Michigan University, comparing several parts of the area can help you find the right fit. The Picknell Team's home buyer resources can help you prepare for your Ypsilanti home search.
In Love with Ypsilanti?
If you’re ready to get groovin’ in Ypsilanti, we don’t blame you. This town is truly a breath of fresh air, and we’d love to help you find the home of your dreams here. Get in touch with the Picknell Team to learn more about the area—we can even schedule a showing of your favorite Ypsilanti homes!
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