170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area
Solid value in a growing area
2 homes for sale·Median $165K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 4.7/10
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.
Why people love it here
$165K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,120/mo
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3 homes sold in 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Morley Stanwood Community Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Morley Pond
White Pine Trail
Crime in 170th Ave & Monroe 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 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area home (around $165,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $29k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,097 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,097/mo | $29,266 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,264/mo | $33,694 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,319/mo | $35,175 |
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
~$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 170th Ave & Monroe 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
Rustford Dam DNR Access
4.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area
- What do homes cost in 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area?
- The median home value in 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area is about $165,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area?
- 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area is served by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Morley Stanwood High School (6/10).
- Is 170th Ave & Monroe Rd Area walkable?
- 170th Ave & Monroe Rd 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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