Community Information

The Communities We Live And Serve

As a locally-owned and operated real estate company, Ayre/Rhinehart REALTORS® is proud to serve the communities of the Great Lakes Bay Region. We have been buying and selling homes and other properties in the area since the early 1970s, and have a deep understanding and love for the area.

The Great Lakes Bay Region consists of Bay, Midland, Saginaw, and Isabella counties, and offers a wide range of communities to choose from. From rural living to city life, the area has something for everyone. Our team has compiled an overview, available listings, and other information about each location to help you learn more about the communities we serve.

With many parks, forests, lakes, and recreational facilities, as well as exceptional schools, the Midland area is a great place to call home. Contact us today to start exploring the communities of the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Search Listings by Community

• Midland
• Auburn
• Coleman
• Edenville
• Sanford
• Freeland

Attractions & Destinations

• Alden B. Dow Home & Studio
  Home and architectural studio of Alden B. Dow.
• Baseball (Minor League)/Dow Diamond
  The Great Lakes Loons minor league baseball team and stadium.
• Chippewa Nature Center
  Nature resource center for education and recreational activities.
• Dow Gardens
  100+ acre botanical garden with walking trails and the home of Herbert H. Dow.
• Dow Tennis Classic
  Annual tennis championship featuring pro and non-pro matches, including area youth.
• Michigan Antique Festival
  One of the Midwest’s largest antique and collectibles shows.
• Midland Area Farmers Market
  Bringing fresh produce to local residents from the surrounding area from May to November.
• Santa House
  Located in downtown Midland, the Santa House offers holiday fun for families.
• Tridge
  A three-way wooden bridge crossing the Chippewa and Tittabawassee Rivers in downtown Midland.

Activities & Recreation

• Cycling Club
  Tri-County organization for the beginner to the advanced cyclist, including various distance rides.
• Civic Center
  Hockey, ice skating, indoor football and baseball.
• Gymnastics Center
  Youth and adult gymnastics training and recreational center.
• Midland Festival & Cinema
  Headline performers, emerging artists and critically acclaimed movie showings.
• Midland County Fair & Antique Festival
  Location of the annual Midland County Fair, Michigan Antique Festival and many other events.
• Midland County Parks & Recreation
  Hiking and biking trails, fishing, tobogganing and various outdoor activities.
• Midland Community Center
  Offers recreational, fitness, wellness and arts activities for youths, adults and seniors.
• Rail Trail (Pere Marquette)
  A 22-mile paved trail for bicycling, cross-country skiing, inline skating, running and walking.
• Soccer Club
  Recreational and travel soccer for youths, teens and adults.
• Tennis Center
  Youth programs and adult leagues.

Services & Resources

• 211 NE Michigan
  Free service connecting people in need with referrals and resources.
• City of Midland
  Community links and information for the various city departments.
• Great Lakes Bay Region
  Resource for the four-county area to discover events, destinations and dining.
• Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance
  Four-county alliance to strengthen the region’s economy.
• Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation
  Grants for community projects benefiting education, economics and culture in the Midland area.
• Midland Chamber of Commerce
  Connecting local businesses and organizations for a stronger community.
• Midland County Website
  One-stop resource for events, county services and other resources for local residents.
• Public Transportation
  Public transportation for the city of Midland and the surrounding county.