Elk Rapids MI Real Estate and General Information

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About the Area
Elk Rapids is a civil township in Antrim County and is home to 2,741 residents. The township has a population density of 385 people per square foot where the typical resident is 45 years old, married, lives in a household of two, and earns a family income of $48,450. The township sits on the east shore of the Grand Traverse Bay. It is bordered by Elk Lake and houses the incorporated Elk Rapids Village, home to another 1,700 residents. The village cuts the township in two with Bass Lake and Birch Lake in the northern portion and highlands in the south.

Education
Thirty percent of Elk Rapids residents 25 and over have a bachelor's degree or better. Colleges in the area include North Central Michigan College and Northwest Michigan College, both of which are public institutions. Other area schools include Alpena Community College, Baker College of Cadillac, Ferris State University, Northwood University, and Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College. Grade school students in the township are served by Elk Rapids Schools. The district operates 4 schools, teaches pre-kindergarten through grade 12, and spends $7,700 per student. Elk Rapids Schools is known for its educational excellence and award-winning students, staff and programs.

Recreation
Elk Rapids is within 15 miles of Traverse City, the area's hub city, so city attractions are a quick drive away. Most of the township's eastern side is bordered by one of the Chain of Lakes of Antrim County. Elk Lake contains 78 miles of navigable wasters and leads to Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Much wildlife can be observed throughout the city and plenty of outdoor recreation is available to the area's residents. With the lakes, wetlands and forests to the north, much adventure can be found exploring the wilderness. With the highlands and orchards to the south, mouth-watering fruits can be enjoyed and a relaxing picnic is always welcomed.