165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area
Solid value in a growing area
2 homes for sale·Median $280K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 6.0/10
This stretch of West Michigan revolves around rural acreage and river access—most listings here sit on 10 to 66 acres, with several properties fronting the Muskegon River. Homes tend toward farmhouses, cabins, and double-wides that prioritize land over square footage, and many include finished basements or outbuildings for storage and work space. The area draws people looking for genuine country living within reasonable reach of Reed City and Big Rapids, though the nearest restaurant is nearly 3 miles away, making self-sufficiency part of the appeal. Horseshoe Lake borders the neighborhood, and rolling terrain mixed with wooded acreage defines the landscape—decks overlooking water and open fields are the norm here, not the exception. At 2,790 acres total, this is the kind of place where a driveway can be as long as your land, and quiet days come standard.
Why people love it here
$280K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area
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$1,901/mo
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Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Reed City Area Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Elm Lake
Crime in 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area home (around $280,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $50k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,862 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,862/mo | $49,663 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,144/mo | $57,177 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,238/mo | $59,690 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Solar potential
~$904/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,436 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Haymarsh Lake State Game Area
2.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(1)
River Junction
Restaurant
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area
- What do homes cost in 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area?
- The median home value in 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area is about $280,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area?
- 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area is served by Reed City Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is GT Norman Elementary School (7/10).
- Is 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area walkable?
- 165th Ave & Hoover Rd Area scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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