47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area
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The quick answer
47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area is a neighborhood, part of Chippewa Hills School District. Homes here typically sell for around $205,000.
6 homes for sale·Median $205K·Walkability 0.9/10·Schools 5.0/10
Driving through this stretch feels deliberately low-key—two-lane roads that meander past wooded lots and lakefront properties, where the shoreline defines the rhythm more than any grid. Water access threads through the neighborhood; Woodbeck Lake sits right at the edge, and nearby you'll find Tubbs Lake and the Martiny Chain of Lakes, each with their own quiet following of year-round and seasonal homeowners who've clearly chosen the water over the commute. Lots tend toward the generous side, with acreage that gives breathing room and the kind of privacy that only comes when neighbors are spread thin across 2,658 acres. Pretty Lake is just 1.7 miles away, easy enough for a morning drive if you're thinking about getting out on the water. What emerges here isn't the carefully curated feel of a planned community but something closer to the real thing—a place where people built cabins because the lake was there, then decided to stay.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Pretty Lake — 1.7 mi
- Tubbs Lake: 10 min bike
- Diamond Lake: 12 min bike
$205K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,392/mo
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See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
2.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Pretty Lake
1.7 mi
Median Sale Price
$205K
4 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
2.1 mi
Expected Rent
$950/mo
$825 – $1,050 · estimated range
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Chippewa Hills School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Tubbs Lake
+1 more
Crime in 47th Ave & 17 Mile 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 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area home (around $205,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $37k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,381 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,381/mo | $36,822 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,589/mo | $42,381 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,659/mo | $44,250 |
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.
Solar potential
~$866/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,355 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for 47th Ave & 17 Mile 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.
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Living in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area: the details
Is 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area a good place to live?
47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area suits buyers looking for green space nearby — here is what the data shows. 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 Chippewa Hills School District. The going price is around $205,000.
What does it cost to live in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area?
The median home value in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area is about $205,000. There are 6 homes for sale here right now and 4 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area
- What do homes cost in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area?
- The median home value in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area is about $205,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area housing market?
- there are 6 homes for sale in 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd 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 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area?
- 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area is served by Chippewa Hills School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Barryton Elementary School (5/10).
- Is 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area walkable?
- 47th Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area scores 0.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.