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Elsie, Michigan

Population: 1,055
Located in Clinton County

Elsie is a small, picturesque-looking town located in the very northeast corner of Clinton County. Elsie is located just north of the state's capital Lansing. This peaceful community has a population of about 1055 people.

It is supported by local business and some regional industry, including aerodynamics, auto parts manufacturing and welding materials. The Maple River flows through the northwest section of town and includes a dam situated under an old girder bridge structure.

Elsie was named after the first child born in the town when it was first settled back in 1857, daughter of Frank Tillotson, one of its first settlers. It was incorporated as a village in 1885. In the last few decades, "Elsie the Cow," is the mascot of its dairy festival every July. A big statue of Elsie cannot be missed standing outside the village hall in the center of town.

Also known as Michigan's Dairy Capital, Elsie is still a rural center, although with its proximity to Lansing, it has access to many amenities that wonderful mid-state city offers. When it comes to housing there are large lots are available and custom home builders are ready and willing to build the home of your dreams.

Homes here vary in size and age; many old farmhouses still dot the landscape, although with the influx of families, new construction is underway. Older, more established homes generally come with land; newer homes are built on spacious lots. Expect to spend anywhere from $100,000 up to $400,000 for a comfortable three or four bedroom home.

In the winter the rural hills are great for cross-country skiing and snow-mobiling. It's common to see large numbers of kids out enjoying the snow on their sleds and starting an impromptu snow fight!

Many young professionals who own their own businesses or who work at the university have made their home here in Elsie because of the beauty of the area, the attractiveness of the new homes that are being built and also the excellent education system that is in place. If Michigan is the place you call home, you will fall in love with Elsie!

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