--- title: "Ann Arbor Neighborhoods" url: https://www.hereannarbor.com/neighborhoods-ann-arbor-mi/ date: 2026-06-22T15:23:51-04:00 modified: 2026-06-22T15:23:51-04:00 author: "" site: "HERE Ann Arbor" attribution: "HERE Ann Arbor" --- # Ann Arbor Neighborhoods *Source: [HERE Ann Arbor](https://www.hereannarbor.com/neighborhoods-ann-arbor-mi/) — June 22, 2026 by * REAL ESTATE MARKETAnn Arbor Home Prices Continue Upward Trend•DEVELOPMENTNew Mixed-Use Development Breaks Ground in Ann Arbor•LISTINGSNew Listings Available Across Ann Arbor This Week•ZONINGCounty Council Reviews Zoning Changes for Residential Growth Areas• Neighborhoods & Areas · Ann Arbor, MI # Live HERE! Your complete guide to living in Ann Arbor. Neighborhoods, real estate, schools, and everything you need to call Ann Arbor home. Shopping Parks & Outdoors [Schools & Education](https://www.hereannarbor.com/schools-ann-arbor-mi/) Nightlife Homes & Listings Restaurants [Relocation Resources](#lh-resources) ![Coldwell Banker logo — sample real estate firm placement](https://www.hereannarbor.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/cb_logo_2x.png) Available in 30 Days Be the real estate firm Ann Arbor buyers and sellers see at the top of Live HERE. One firm. Twelve months of presence. [Become a Sponsor](/section-sponsorship/?section=live-here) Sample placement shown. Logo for visual reference only; no affiliation implied. Washtenaw is part of **Southeast Michigan** , Michigan. The **Ann Arbor** area offers a diverse mix of neighborhoods — from walkable urban cores to quieter residential communities — drawing new residents from across the region and the country. The neighborhood landscape across Washtenaw spans a wide range of living experiences, with options for urban renters, first-time buyers, growing families, and buyers seeking established communities with long-term value. The regulatory environment in Michigan offers homeowners meaningful advantages. The legal residence exemption lowers the assessment ratio for owner-occupied properties, significantly reducing annual tax bills for primary residents — but the application must be filed with the [Washtenaw](#) assessor within one year of closing. School assignments, utility districts, and zoning boundaries all vary by location and are key factors for buyers evaluating specific neighborhoods. HEREAnnArbor covers every corner of this market: neighborhood development milestones, growth-management decisions, affordability snapshots, utility rate cases, and school-zone boundary changes. If it changes what Washtenaw costs to live in, it’s HERE. Interactive Neighborhood Finder Find Your Ann Arbor Neighborhood Pick a price range and a part of Ann Arbor — we’ll match you to subdivisions with full neighborhood guides. Choose Price Range Under $300K $300K – $500K $500K – $700K $700K – $1M $1M – $2M $2M+ Choose Ann Arbor Area All Areas city Match My Neighborhoods → Reset Explore ANN ARBOR ## Featured Neighborhoods [View All Neighborhoods →](#lh-areas) /burns-park/ FamilyHistoricWalkableSoutheastPark Adjacent Burns Park Washtenaw County Ann Arbor's most beloved family neighborhood — tree-lined streets, a beloved city park, and a century of community identity anchoring the southeast side. [Explore Burns Park →](/burns-park/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /old-west-side/ HistoricNrhpWalkableWest Side19th Century Old West Side Washtenaw County Ann Arbor's National Register historic district — 19th-century workers' cottages and Victorian homes a short walk from downtown. [Explore Old West Side →](/old-west-side/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /kerrytown/ UrbanArtisanFoodFarmers MarketWalkable Kerrytown Washtenaw County Ann Arbor's culinary and artisan district — the historic Farmers Market, specialty food shops, and independent boutiques in a walkable downtown-edge neighborhood. [Explore Kerrytown →](/kerrytown/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /water-hill/ ArtsMusicNorthwestCreativeCommunity Water Hill Washtenaw County Ann Arbor's artsy neighborhood known for the annual Water Hill Music Festival — where front yards become stages every spring. [Explore Water Hill →](/water-hill/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /ann-arbor-hills/ UpscaleWoodedEast SideContemporaryLarge Lots Ann Arbor Hills Washtenaw County Ann Arbor's most prestigious residential enclave — large lots, mid-century ranch homes and contemporaries on the wooded east side. [Explore Ann Arbor Hills →](/ann-arbor-hills/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /northside/ NorthAffordableHuron RiverRanch HomesNature Access Northside Washtenaw County Ann Arbor's northside residential corridor — affordable bungalows and mid-century homes between the Huron River and M-14. [Explore Northside →](/northside/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /lower-burns-park/ FamilySoutheastSchoolsPark AdjacentSuburban Lower Burns Park Washtenaw County The quieter south side of the Burns Park corridor — larger lots, well-regarded AAPS schools, and walkable access to County Farm Park. [Explore Lower Burns Park →](/lower-burns-park/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /orchard-hills/ NorthwestMid CenturyRanchFamilySubdivision Orchard Hills Washtenaw County A peaceful northwest Ann Arbor subdivision with mid-century ranch homes, winding streets, and excellent Huron High School access. [Explore Orchard Hills →](/orchard-hills/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /glacier-highlands/ NortheastUpscaleWoodedNorth CampusResearch Corridor Glacier Highlands Washtenaw County Northeast Ann Arbor's upscale subdivision — larger ranch and split-level homes on wooded lots near the University of Michigan North Campus. [Explore Glacier Highlands →](/glacier-highlands/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) /eberwhite/ SouthwestFamilyElementary AnchorAffordableCraftsman Eberwhite Washtenaw County A quiet southwest Ann Arbor neighborhood with a strong elementary school identity and easy Skyline High School access. [Explore Eberwhite →](/eberwhite/) Presented by Your Name Here [Claim This Area →](/section-sponsorship/?section=neighborhood) View All Neighborhoods → Real Estate Agents ### Have a neighborhood you’d like to sponsor but don’t see it? Click here to let us know and we’ll be happy to set it up for you — your name, photo, and contact info on the Ann Arbor neighborhood guide of your choice. [Click HERE →](https://www.herecity.com/get-started/?prefill_site=hereannarbor&product=neighborhood_sponsor&request=new) Want more than a match? ### Find out more about schools — including SC Dept of Education ratings Report cards, test scores, AP offerings, district maps, school directory, and NIL coverage for every Ann Arbor high school — all in one place. [Go to Education HERE →](/education-hereannarbor-mi/) Interactive Tool ## Right School. Right Neighborhood. HERE! Tell us what matters to your family — schools, community feel, budget — and we'll match you to the right Ann Arbor neighborhood. Step 1 of 6 ### What grades are you shopping schools for? PreK / KindergartenAges 4–6 Elementary (1–5)Ages 6–11 Middle School (6–8)Ages 11–14 High School (9–12)Ages 14–18 Not school age yet — planning aheadFuture family planning Continue → Step 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you in a school? (Select up to 3) Academic PerformanceTest scores, college prep AthleticsCompetitive sports, facilities Arts & ActivitiesMusic, theater, clubs Small Class SizeIndividual attention Diversity & InclusionInclusive community STEM ProgramsScience, tech, engineering, math AP / Honors / IBAdvanced coursework Safety & School CulturePositive environment ← Back Continue → Step 3 of 6 ### What kind of community feels like home? Small & Tight-KnitClose community, know your neighbors — Ann Arbor area Suburban & GrowingNew development, good schools — Washtenaw suburbs Urban & ConnectedAnn Arbor — walkable, arts, dining Rural & SpaciousWashtenaw — land, quiet, small-town feel ← Back Continue → Step 4 of 6 ### Which part of Washtenaw? Burns Park Old West Side Kerrytown Water Hill Ann Arbor Hills Northside Lower Burns Park Open — show me what fits anywhereNo location preference ← Back Continue → Step 5 of 6 ### Tell us about your move Moving Timeline Yes — Actively Looking Yes — Within 6 Months Planning Ahead 1+ Year Just Researching Budget Range Under $200K $200K–$300K $300K–$400K $400K–$600K $600K+ Home to Sell? Yes No (First Home or Renting) Maybe ← Back Continue → Step 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your neighborhood match? We'll email your personalized school & neighborhood report — free, no obligation. Get My Match → No spam. We match you with a local real estate expert only if you want us to. ← Back Your Match ## Your Ann Arbor Neighborhood Match Burns Park Washtenaw Ann Arbor Public Schools — Pioneer High School Ann Arbor offers a range of neighborhoods that match different school and lifestyle priorities. Connect with a local real estate expert to explore what fits your family best. 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What is the average home price in Ann Arbor, MI? + Home prices in the Ann Arbor area vary significantly by neighborhood, home type, and proximity to employment and amenities. Use the neighborhood guides on this page for area-specific price ranges, and watch the real estate news section above for the latest market data. What makes Ann Arbor a great place to live? + Ann Arbor, Southeast Michigan offers a strong quality of life. The area combines affordable housing relative to larger metros, a growing arts and dining scene, and a strong sense of community identity that draws new residents from across the country. What neighborhoods in Ann Arbor have the best nightlife and dining? + Areas such as Burns Park, Old West Side, Kerrytown tend to offer the most walkable dining and entertainment options. Downtown Ann Arbor typically anchors the local nightlife scene with restaurants, bars, and live music venues. 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