Howell Apartments and Rentals

Incorporated in 1863, Howell, Mich., is proud of its historic tendencies. Originally named Livingston Centre, Howell is the seat of Livingston County. Once a small town proliferated with public houses, taverns and hotels, Howell remains historically minded to this day. In 1850, the Howell Steam Saw Mill was built, allowing for town-wide growth and increased industry. A post office and a population influx followed the arrival of the saw mill, as many notable residents relocated to Howell from Europe and other parts of the United States.

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Howell's population reached 9,489 in 2010. This true American small town is located about 50 miles from Detroit, allowing residents to drive into the city for urban amenities. Whether residents want to take a daytrip to catch a Tigers baseball game, or see the Pistons play a night game at the Palace, Howell's proximity to Detroit makes it a viable option for an impromptu adventure.

Those searching for Howell apartments for rent will be certain to enjoy the city's diverse age demographic: Howell's population is spread out evenly, with a median age of 35.2 years.

Howell residents enjoy a beautiful and historic downtown, free from needing any kind of redevelopment. Howell boasts a simple way of life, offering community events such as the Michigan Challenge Balloon Festival, the Howell Melon Festival, a Festival of Lights parade and the annual Legend of Sleepy Howell Halloween celebration. Community events make Howell an ideal location for families, but people from all walks of life can enjoy Howell rentals: 36.6 percent of Howell households are made up of singles.

However, Howell resident's still have access to modern-day needs. Tanger Outlets has a location in Howell, giving residents a chance to shop for big-box items and trendy fashions.

Howell is not home to any major colleges or universities. However, the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, is located just miles from Howell. The school enrolls about 38,800 students each year.

Currently, Howell's largest employer is Thai Summit Ogihara, a metal-stamping facility. The local school districts and city governments also provide employment opportunities for Howell residents. In 2005, Howell was home to 11 of Livingston County's top 20 employers.

Those searching for Howell rentals will be pleased to note that Howell's cost of living index is 90.9, which is 9.1 percent less than the U.S. national average. Low living costs are often a positive aspect of living further away from cities, though employment may be less plentiful. Individuals may want to factor in the cost of living into their budgets so they can be sure to look for an apartment that is within their price range.

Howell has a healthy rental housing market. According to U.S. Census data, 46.6 percent of Howell households were renter-occupied in 2010. Howell's median gross rent is $810 per month.

Howell's many annual events attract visitors from around the region, bringing fun and a sense of community to Howell. The city's Melon Festival features numerous games, sporting events, shows and a Melon Ball, while the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest gives fest goers a chance to enjoy spectacular hot air balloon and kite shows.

The Legend of Sleepy Howell celebration, hosted in downtown Howell, is a family event designed for celebrating the spookiness of the season.

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