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Neighborhood5871.3 acres

Borland Area

Solid value in a growing area

Published by Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate · data computed by Atlas · reviewed under Jon Hazeltine, Broker Associate (MI #6502432782)
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The quick answer

Borland Area is a neighborhood, part of Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $214,000.

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1 home for sale·Median $214K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 4.7/10

🏙️40 mito Downtown GR(~1h 20m drive)
🏞️51 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 43m drive)

Out here, your commute might mean heading toward town rather than away from it, which changes how you think about a morning drive—you're working backward from the suburban sprawl instead of into it. The neighborhood sits on substantial acreage with the kind of land that lets you actually breathe: three to five acres per property is common, with wooded lots, rolling terrain, and wildlife that reminds you this was never strip-mall country. Horseshoe Lake is practically at your doorstep, and a creek or two meanders through the properties, so water access isn't theoretical. You've got outbuildings, pole barns, and room for whatever project you're thinking about—old ranch homes on full basements, newer builds sitting comfortably on their ground, decks overlooking the trees. A restaurant sits within arm's reach, and Rustford Dam DNR Access is a short drive if you're into paddling or fishing. The whole setup says "land first, then house"—the kind of place where your neighbors are measured in acres between you, not mailboxes.

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Why people love it here

💰Home Values

$214K median

  • 4 sales in last 12mo
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median home price in Borland Area

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,453/mo

$
$42,800
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,11076%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

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Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

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4.7
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 4/10 to 6/10

School District: Morley Stanwood Community Schools

6Morley Stanwood High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 362 students · 22:1 · 1.8 mi
4Morley Stanwood Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 461 students · 17:1 · 1.9 mi
4Morley Stanwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 226 students · 15:1 · 1.9 mi

Walkability

0.0

Car-dependent

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
0.0
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Morley Pond

9 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Quick drive

White Pine Trail

7 mindrive· 19 min bike

Crime in Borland 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 Borland Area home (around $214,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $38k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,441 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).

Down paymentMonthly paymentIncome needed
20% $1,441/mo$38,439
10% (+PMI)$1,659/mo$44,242
5% (+PMI)$1,732/mo$46,193

Estimates use a 6.65% 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.

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Solar potential

~$898/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,393 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use

Utility, solar, and service details for Borland 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

Rustford Dam DNR Access

4.1 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

🍕 Restaurants(1)

Subway

Fast Food

2.1 mimap

🏫 Schools(4)

Morley Stanwood Middle School

School

1.8 mimap
Morley Stanwood High School

School

1.8 mimap
Morley Stanwood Elementary School

School

1.9 mimap

Green School

3.8 mimap

🌳 Parks(2)

Rustford Dam DNR Access

4.1 mimap

Little Muskegon River Boating Access Site

4.5 mimap

🚴 Trails(3)

White Pine Trail

Bike Path

1.5 mimap

White Pine Trail

Bike Path

2.0 mimap

White Pine Trail

Bike Path

3.7 mimap
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Living in Borland Area: the details

Is Borland Area a good place to live?

Here is what the numbers say about Borland Area as a place to live. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Morley Stanwood Community Schools. The going price is around $214,000.

What does it cost to live in Borland Area?

Homes in Borland Area sell for a median of about $214,000. There is 1 home for sale here right now and 4 homes sold here in the past year.

Frequently asked about Borland Area

What do homes cost in Borland Area?
The median home value in Borland Area is about $214,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
How active is the Borland Area housing market?
there is 1 home for sale in Borland Area right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
What schools serve Borland Area?
Borland Area is served by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Morley Stanwood High School (6/10).
Is Borland Area walkable?
Borland Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Borland Area

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,453/mo

$
$42,800
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,11076%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

Get Pre-Approved with Guild Mortgage
Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

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