Lower Essex Heights vs Downtown Jackson

Jackson, MI Neighborhood Comparison

Lower Essex Heights' median sale price is $225k, about $56k (33%) more than Downtown Jackson's $169k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Lower Essex Heights
$225k median
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Neighborhood B
Downtown Jackson
$169k median
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Lower Essex Heights
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Downtown Jackson
$225k
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Median Price
$169k
Lower Essex Heights
Median Price
100%
Downtown Jackson
Median Price
75%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lower Essex Heights or Downtown Jackson more expensive?

Lower Essex Heights has a median home price of $225k and Downtown Jackson is $169k. Downtown Jackson is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Lower Essex Heights or Downtown Jackson?

Lower Essex Heights has a school rating of None/10 and Downtown Jackson has no school rating on file (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Lower Essex Heights has no Walk Score on file. Downtown Jackson has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.