Explore West Michigan
West Michigan is home to affordable living, great communities, and safe neighborhoods. In fact, West Michigan was ranked one of the best places to live in 2018. Below is a snapshot of our communities.
Holland
Just hours from major metropolitan areas, but a world away from the hustle and bustle, Holland offers a quality of life not found in many other places. This diverse, all-American college town is located on the scenic shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa, offering white-sand beaches, parks, outdoor sculptures, miles of hiking and biking trails, and a historic downtown. Here you'll find an eclectic mix of retail shops, boutiques, restaurants, and craft-brew pubs housed in restored Victorian-era buildings, and a downtown snow-melt system that keeps sidewalks and roadways snow-free during the winter months. Because Holland's founding families recognized the importance of education, the city is home to Hope College, a four-year liberal arts school known for its superior academic, arts, and sports programs. The community's understanding of the importance of academics is evident in the area's excellent public K-12 school systems, as well as in private and charter schools.
Zeeland
Zeeland shows pride in its historic background and its strong religious heritage. The strong work ethic is still evident in the quality work force in the area, and pride is apparent in the upkeep of homes and businesses. Zeeland’s location provides wide recreational opportunities with easy access to nearby lakes, streams, cross country skiing, biking and hiking. It is only 6.7 miles away from Holland and their beautiful shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. The city boasts a charming and convenient downtown area which forms the heart of the community with activities, parades and promotions of all sorts. Take a look at flourishing innovation, from home-grown flower shops to Fortune 500 companies and an award winning school district.
Saugatuck/Douglas
Saugatuck is home to one of Conde’ Nast Traveler’s “Top 25 Beaches in the World” and was recognized as USA Today’s “Best Small Coastal Town.” The city offers Lake Michigan shoreline, sunsets, dunes, an active downtown, an artistic, open-minded vibe, and numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation year-round. Saugatuck and the neighboring village of Douglas are rich in nature, character, culture. A great place to call home!
Hudsonville
Nestled between lush parks and rich farm lands, Hudsonville is a small town with access to big amenities. This quaint community with a strong agricultural heritage is just 15 minutes from all the lakeshore has to offer and 20 minutes to downtown Grand Rapids. Hudsonville provides residents with access to a 75-acre nature center with groomed trails, great restaurants, shops and breweries.
Grand Haven/Spring Lake
In 2017, Coastal Living named Grand Haven “Happiest Seaside Town” and the area is a highly respected and enjoyed tourist destination! Move to Grand Haven, Spring Lake or Ferrysburg to see why the residents enjoy this small town. It’s friendly, historical area offers a great selection of restaurants, shops, entertainment and things to do in all seasons. From its roots as a highly commercial port-of-call for ferries and passenger liners, Grand Haven has evolved to become a place of serene family enjoyment, hosting lively outdoor recreation and festivals on the shores of Lake Michigan and the Grand River.