Monroe is the largest city and county seat of Monroe County. It has a population of over 20,000 and it's situated on the western shores of Lake Erie. Monroe Public Schools is made up of 12 schools total, with two high schools, and has a graduation rate of 93%. Monroe offers a range of schools that fit every student.

Monroe County Community College is a public community college founded in 1964. It offers general education programs for transferring into four-year universities as well as undergraduate courses from other nearby universities. MCCC has a very selective and well regarded nursing college. There is also a small satellite campus of MCCC located a bit south of Monroe in Temperance.

Monroe is conveniently located roughly between Detroit and Toledo, less than a 45 minute drive to both. This gives Monroe residents a quick access point to both the Detroit Metropolitan Airport and the Toledo Express Airport, making it a great town for frequent travelers. The Monroe area is affordable yet valuable because of all its perks, so you will get more bang for your buck being a member of the Monroe community.

You can find a variety of bodies of water in Monroe. The local Lake Erie shoreline is very accessible from Monroe, along with Lake Monroe. You may also attend the Quarry for food, cocktails, a fire, and a shore. Monroe is known as being the home of General Custer, the location where the Historic River Raisin runs into Lake Erie, and the La-Z-Boy World Headquarters. Other notable attractions are Sterling State Park, Raisin River Country Club, River Raisin National Battlefield Park, and the Old Village Historic District.

Monroe hosts a variety of community events, one being the Monroe County Fair. At the end of July, this annual fair includes events such as craft shows, demo derbies, and dog shows. It's a staple in the community and draws visitors from all over the region for a classic fair experience. Monroe has other summer festivals, concerts, and events in the area, so there is always something going on.

Downtown Monroe is a beautiful historic area that is right on the River Raisin, including a range of shops, restaurants, and historical buildings. Office buildings in the business district continue to grow and open up more jobs. The Monroe recreation district offers a variety of activities, such as family movie nights, dances, harvests, concerts, sports, and more. The scenic and historic appearance of the downtown area make it attractive to Monroe's residents and visitors. It's an easy-going area to stroll through, with a mix of shops offering antiques, art, and local goods. Plus, the downtown area hosts events like First Fridays, where local businesses offer special promotions, and community members gather for art, music, and food.

Monroe, MI has a population of with an average household income of $. When it comes to real estate occupancy specifics, approximately residents own their home and rent their home. As for the weather, the average summer high temperature is F and the yearly rainfall average is inches.

We invite you to explore the local real estate market in Monroe. There are currently residential listings on the market in Monroe with an average list price of homes for sale of $242K. Last month's average sold price was $241K. We have expert agents who know the real estate market in Monroe and are the professionals you need to help buy or sell your next property.