9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area
Solid value in a growing area
Median $113K·Walkability 2.4/10·Schools 6.0/10
You might expect this rural stretch to feel remote, but it sits practically on Lake Michigan's shore—just far enough inland to be land, not lakefront price tag. Homes here claim substantial acreage: three, four, even ten acres of wooded ground that lets you breathe without seeing neighbors, though the nearest restaurant is about two miles away if you're craving something beyond your own kitchen. Those same residents are minutes from thousands of acres of Pere Marquette State Forest. Corner lots are common, ranch cottages sit beside newer contemporary builds, and the general vibe is "you're handling your own space"—pole barns, detached garages, room to grow vegetables or keep animals if that's your thing. It's the kind of place where you don't choose it by accident; you choose it because you actually want land and the quiet that comes with it.
Why people love it here
$113K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$767/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
Lincoln Lake
+1 more
Crime in 9 Mile Rd & Bow 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 Osceola County.
Osceola County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area home (around $113,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $20k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $752 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $752/mo | $20,043 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $865/mo | $23,075 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $903/mo | $24,089 |
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
~$897/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,279 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for 9 Mile Rd & Bow 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
Rambadt Memorial Park
4.6 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(5)
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
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Frequently asked about 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area
- What do homes cost in 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area?
- The median home value in 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area is about $113,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area?
- 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area is served by Reed City Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is GT Norman Elementary School (7/10).
- Is 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area walkable?
- 9 Mile Rd & Bow Rd Area scores 2.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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