Al-Gon-Quin Estates
Surrounded by nature
Median $375K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 6.8/10
Driving through this stretch puts Algonquin Lake front and center—the kind of waterfront that shapes how people actually live here, with homes positioned to catch sunrise views and decks built for watching the July fireworks reflect off the water. Most houses are four-bedroom ranches and two-stories, many renovated down to the studs in recent years, with granite counters and hardwood floors the rule rather than the exception. The lake itself anchors the neighborhood: some homes claim 100 feet of private frontage; others share deeded access or sit close enough to feel it. Carter Lake Public Access is a 14-minute walk for those without their own waterfront. Grocery shopping and coffee are about a mile and a half away, so you're trading walkability for water—a trade most residents out here seem willing to make. The airport sits 35 minutes south if you need it.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Carter Lake — 1.0 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Algonquin Lake: 7 min bike
- Carter Lake Public Access: 8 min bike
Northeastern Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.8 mi away
- Hastings Area
- 4 rated schools in district
$375K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Al-Gon-Quin Estates
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,546/mo
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. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Carter Lake Public Access
1.0 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Carter Lake
1.0 mi
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Tom's Meat Market
Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro
Carter Lake Public Access
Algonquin Lake
Northwest
Hastings Dog Park
Grit Strength Systems
Hastings Pharmacy
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Crime in Al-Gon-Quin Estates 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Al-Gon-Quin Estates home (around $375,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $66k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,482 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,482/mo | $66,198 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,858/mo | $76,222 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,984/mo | $79,568 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Solar potential
~$899/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,288 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Al-Gon-Quin Estates 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.
🛒 Grocery(4)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Fast Food
San Marcos
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(14)
Algonquin Lake School
Chidester School
Little Brick School
Yeckley School
Northeastern School
+9 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Al-Gon-Quin Estates
- What do homes cost in Al-Gon-Quin Estates?
- The median home value in Al-Gon-Quin Estates is about $375,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Al-Gon-Quin Estates?
- Al-Gon-Quin Estates is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Al-Gon-Quin Estates walkable?
- Al-Gon-Quin Estates scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.