Holland, Michigan
 
Population: 34,600
Maximum income tax: 3.9% (flat)
Sales tax: 6%
Typical three-bedroom house: $160,000
Est. property tax: $2,700
Situated on the shores of an inland lake that connects to Lake Michigan, Holland is full of summer fun for beachgoers and sailing aficionados. Granted, it isn't warm here in the winter, but there is plenty to do indoors. And hey, sidewalks and streets are heated to melt snow. Downtown, a five-block stretch along Eighth Street, is a thriving area of independent shops and restaurants. Close by, you'll also find bigbox stores and a small private hospital. And Grand Rapids is a mere 25 minutes away.
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