Alley Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $368K·Walkability 6.5/10·Schools 4.0/10
This quiet rural area in Kent County offers an exceptional opportunity for those seeking space and privacy, with generous lot sizes averaging nearly 10 acres per property. The 343-acre community provides a peaceful countryside setting while maintaining reasonable access to Grand Rapids amenities. Large parcels make this location ideal for those interested in hobby farming, equestrian activities, or simply enjoying the benefits of rural living with room to roam.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Cucumber Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Alley Lake: 0 min walk
- Road Side Park: 1 min walk
Very walkable
- Alley Lake: 0 min walk
- 2 places within a 10 min walk
$368K median
- Assessor estimate
Lake facts
OpenStreetMapDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Alley Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,497/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Road Side Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Shamrock
Road Side Park
+1 more
Playground in Village Of Morgan Area
Alley Lake
+1 more
Beach in Village Of Morgan Area
North Country National Scenic Trail
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 5/10
School District: White Cloud Public Schools
Crime in Alley Lake 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →Local Government · area-wide
Sherman Township (Newaygo County)
unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$905/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,335 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual private wells
Septic - individual
No municipal sewer; individual septic
Resident-arranged private hauler (Republic Services)
No municipal collection; residents contract haulers
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Coop rate book lists Sherman Twp in its Newaygo territory
Confirm by addressNo piped natural gas (propane/LP)
Deep-rural; typically propane
Confirm by addressArea fire department (via Newaygo County 911)
Rural fire coverage dispatched through county
Services for Sherman · Source: newaygocountymi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Alley Lake 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.
Frequently asked about Alley Lake
- What do homes cost in Alley Lake?
- The median home value in Alley Lake is about $367,850. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Alley Lake?
- Alley Lake is served by White Cloud Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is White Cloud Elementary School (5/10).
- Is Alley Lake walkable?
- Alley Lake scores 6.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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