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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Norton Shores

Located 10 minutes from half dozen restaurants 5 minute walk to gas station, 5 minutes to court house or Walmart.

I live on a dead end street. My backyard is half woods that go down an incline to a creek that goes into the lake We daily have deer in our yard. The grocery store and restaurants are not far away

It's generally quiet, and the people are mostly friendly. It is only a 5-15 minute drive to most places I need to be.

Close to stores and parks and schools. Big back yard with a lot of room for kids to play and dog to run.

I like that it's a safe neighborhood and we have a variety to choose from when it comes to cuisine. We are very lucky that we have a lot of good local restaurants.

the pool and the park is very fun to hang out with friends.also my garage is very cooling to me and love it.

Who Lives Here

Norton Shores Demographics

Education

High School

20%

Associate's

25%

Bachelor's

14%

Master's

5%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

47%

3 people

24%

4 people

17%

5 people

7%

6+ people

5%

Household Income

0-50k

39%

50-100k

36%

100-150k

15%

150-200k

5%

200k+

5%

Age

0-10

11%

10-20

13%

20-45

29%

45-65

27%

65+

20%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Norton Shores?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Nov '23-$725$875$925
Oct '23-$725$875$925
Sep '23-$725$875$925
Aug '23-$725$875$925
Jul '23-$725$875$925
Jun '23-$725$875$925
May '23-$725$875$925
Apr '23-$725$875$925
Mar '23-$725$875$925
Feb '23-$725$875$925
Jan '23-$725$875$925
Dec '22-$725$875$925
Nov '22-$725$875$925

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Norton Shores

Norton Shores Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

42%

15-30 Mins

38%

30-40 Mins

7%

40-60 Mins

8%

60+ Mins

5%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 2727

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 9 of 15 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 11 of 15 renters

Percentage: 3838

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 12 of 15 renters

Top Scores: Pet, Medicine, Gas

Things To Do In Norton Shores

Top Score

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Norton Shores could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 38% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 24% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Norton Shores's access to medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. 25% more medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 12% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 46% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This supermarket score is far from superior.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 73% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 32% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Better stock your pantry because the restaurant scene is paltry.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 71% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 20% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 82% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 62% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 70% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 47% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Room for improvement. More parks please.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer shops than average
  3. 100% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Do you even lift, bro? Norton Shores is weak on fitness.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 100% fewer gyms than average
  3. 100% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An all around mediocre performance for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 100% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 100% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Norton Shores Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 15 of 15 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 15 of 15 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 14 of 15 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 14 of 15 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 13 of 15 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 13 of 15 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 12 of 15 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 11 of 15 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 11 of 15 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 11 of 15 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 11 of 15 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 10 of 15 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 10 of 15 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 9 of 15 renters

Well Lit

Yes

Say 9 of 15 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 8 of 15 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

Yes

Say 8 of 15 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 11 of 15 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 12 of 15 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 13 of 15 renters

Norton Shores Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Norton Shores

10/10

Rosy Mound Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

10/10

Park Elemementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Oakwood Intermediate School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Lake Hills Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

9/10

Holmes Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

8/10

Peach Plains Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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Living in Norton Shores, MI

Norton Shores, a small city in Michigan, has a population of approximately 24,000. Retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (20%) here than nationally (14%), while young professionals are less well-represented. Only 19% of residents rent in Norton Shores, as the majority own their homes. The average rent for Norton Shores is $103 a month more than the state average.

There are plenty of industries from which to choose in Norton Shores, the most common four of which are manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and entertainment. Together, these industries make up 30% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in sales, as 8% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of just over $69K, Norton Shores workers take home about $8,000 more than their peers elsewhere in the state. Norton Shores, however, compares less favorably to the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average (19%), Norton Shores has a relatively large number of residents over the age of 25 who have completed some level of post-secondary education, as 22% have earned a Bachelor's or Associate's degree. In addition, 6% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate.

Norton Shores has an average commute time of about 21 minutes, quicker than the Michigan average of about 25 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the typical way to get to work, chosen by 46% of workers, while public transportation isn't extensively used. Not many commuters walk to work.