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Find Your Place on the Lakeshore

The Market

West Michigan & Muskegon Housing

The West Michigan housing market is one of the region's best-kept secrets. From Muskegon's historic lakeside neighborhoods to growing communities across Kent County and the lakeshore, buyers here find character-rich homes, strong schools, and genuine value, often at prices well below the national average.

As a licensed broker and Ward 1 City Commissioner, Jay knows this market from the inside out: which neighborhoods are on the rise, where new development is headed, and which streets feel like home the moment you turn onto them.

Affordability

Muskegon remains one of the most affordable lakeshore markets in the Midwest, real lakeside living without coastal prices.

Lake Access

Miles of Lake Michigan beaches, Muskegon Lake marinas, and waterfront parks, minutes from every neighborhood.

Community

Tight-knit neighborhoods, block parties, farmers markets, and neighbors who actually know your name.

Growth

Downtown revitalization, new development, and rising demand make Muskegon a smart long-term investment.

Concierge Service

Let's Find Your Home

Tell Jay a little about what you're looking for, and he'll start scouting the lakeshore for you.

Jay Kilgo

Licensed Real Estate BrokerWard 1 City Commissioner

Serving Muskegon County, Kent County & the West MI Lakeshore

Legacy Real Estate Partners

Brokered By

Legacy Real Estate Partners

Jay Kilgo is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Michigan, and an associate broker with Legacy Real Estate Partners.

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