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Grand Haven, Michigan is a small city located on the shores of Lake Michigan. It has a population of about 11,000 people and is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant downtown area, and strong community atmosphere. Many people are drawn to Grand Haven for its quality of life, but what do actual residents have to say about living there? Here are some excerpts from four different user reviews on BestPlaces.net that provide insight into the experience of living in Grand Haven.
1) Review by Sarah W.: "I moved to Grand Haven three years ago and have absolutely fallen in love with this place. The community here is like no other - everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I also love being able to walk to the beach or downtown from my house. It's such a beautiful and peaceful place to live."
2) Review by David K.: "Grand Haven is a great place to raise a family. The schools are top-notch and there are plenty of outdoor activities for kids. My wife and I feel safe letting our kids play outside in our neighborhood. The only downside is that it can get pretty crowded during the summer months with tourists."
3) Review by Emily R.: "I've lived in Grand Haven my whole life and I can't imagine living anywhere else. The sense of community here is something special. I also appreciate the small-town feel, but with easy access to bigger cities like Grand Rapids. The only downside is that housing prices have been going up, making it harder for younger people to afford to live here."
4) Review by Mark S.: "I relocated to Grand Haven for work and have been pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoy living here. The cost of living is reasonable and there are lots of outdoor activities to enjoy year-round. The only downside is that the job market can be a bit limited and there is a lack of diversity in the community."
based on 6 ReviewsGet to know Grand Haven with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Grand Haven
It's not as it portays itself - 11/29/2019
Grand Haven has a lot of growing up to do. It is polarized: Primarily white, republican, and strongly religious. This wouldn't be good or bad if they weren't intolerant. Beach erosion has been ignored for years and now they are homes falling into the lake. It has a poor record of legal due process (I refer to a review of the Ottawa County courts by the National legal Aid and Defender Association). There isn't much to do in the winter for many people, and there are no places to downhill ski. In the summer the lake is warm between 3-4 mos. out of the year. There are times it can be 90 deg. outside with the lake water a mere 50 or 55 deg. There is not so much as a community college and they have minimal job opportunities. Not very self reliant. How they somehow are portrayed as the little darlings of West Michigan is beyond me.
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My hometown - 6/6/2018
I was born and raised in Grand Haven. There was never a dull moment. We had sand dunes, trees to climb, fishing, the beach, swimming in Lake Michigan, and great stores downtown. I could go on and on of how good it is. You will thoroughly enjoy
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Lake Effect Weather - 6/3/2009
There is a considerable amount more wind and precipitation in this lakeshore area, as opposed to being more inland. More snow, more rain, more wind, and cooler
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Grand Haven - 4/29/2009
Grand Haven is a very nice, quiet resort town. It is great for families, but there isn't much around here for younger couples or college students.The Summertime brings lots of activity,amazing beaches, tourists, and is definitely a great time to be here. Unfortunately, the winters are long and after the tourists go home it is a ghost
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The people of the area - 5/31/2005
If you ain't dutch, you ain't much is the unofficial slogan of the area.
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