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Gladwin, Michigan

What It Is Like to Retire in Gladwin

Gladwin, is a small town in central Michigan, located along the Cedar River, with a population of just under 3,000. It was founded in 1875 during the lumber boom and was named after Henry Gladwin, a British military commander at Detroit during Pontiac's War. Gladwin is surrounded by lakes and forests and is a popular spot for both vacationers and retirees.

Where to Retire in Gladwin and Home Prices

According to Zillow, the median home value was $92,500 in mid-2019. There is a large community in Gladwin, see link on left.

What Is Special about Gladwin

Gladwin is a small town with lakes, rivers, a State Forest and a lot of outdoor recreation opportunities including hunting, fishing, camping and boating. Glandwin has a low cost of living.

What Is Not Special about Gladwin

This small isolated town is at least 1 1/2 hours from the nearest large city (Flint or Traverse City). If you're not an outdoors type person, you may not find much to do here. Winters are cold with an average January temperature of just 20 degrees.

Who Will Like Retirement in Gladwin

Retirees who enjoy the outdoors and lakeside living with fishing, hunting, hiking and camping would enjoy living here. Gladwin is near a State Forest where you can experience all four seasons in a beautiful environment with lots of outdoor activities offered all year.

Local Economy Is Driven by

Retail and Manufacturing drive the economy in Gladwin, but agriculture is also important with crop farming, cattle raising and timber management found throughout the county.

Climate and Physical Environment

The average January temperature in Gladwin is just 19 degrees, July's average is 69. The average annual snowfall is 52 inches.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

Gladwin, with its lakes and forests, is popular for fishing, hunting and outdoor sports of all kinds. There is a Historical Society, The Gladwin Council of Arts, and The Gladwin Area Friends of the Theatre that sponser events in the community.