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Alley Lake

Surrounded by nature

Published by Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate · data computed by Atlas · reviewed under Jon Hazeltine, Broker Associate (MI #6502432782)
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Median $368K·Walkability 6.5/10·Schools 4.0/10

🏡Top 14% lot size
🏙️41 mito Downtown GR(~1h 21m drive)
🏞️39 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 17m drive)

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.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Cucumber Lake within walking distance
  • 5 parks within 1 mile
  • Alley Lake: 0 min walk
  • Road Side Park: 1 min walk
🚶Walkability
65

Very walkable

  • Alley Lake: 0 min walk
  • 2 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$368K median

  • Assessor estimate
🏞️

Lake facts

OpenStreetMap
Homes on lake7parcels
Max depth7feet
Avg depth4feet
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Median home price in Alley Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$2,497/mo

$
$73,570
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,90976%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

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Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

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. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Road Side Park

0.4 mi

Parks Nearby

5

within 1 mile

Walkability

6.5

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
6.5
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

Shamrock

6 mindrive
🌳Parks
Easy walk

Road Side Park

<1 minwalk· <1 min bike· <1 min drive
Flowing Wells Park
12 minbike
Park in Washington Rd & Tulip Ave Area
3 mindrive
White Cloud County Park
5 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Quick drive

Playground in Village Of Morgan Area

6 mindrive· 19 min bike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Easy walk

Alley Lake

<1 minwalk· <1 min bike· <1 min drive
Pearl Lake
5 mindrive
Little Robinson Lake
10 mindrive
Cucumber Lake
10 mindrive

+1 more

🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Beach in Village Of Morgan Area

7 mindrive
Beach in Bingham Ave & Federal Forest Road 9552 Area
10 mindrive
Beach in Sherman Super. Plat No.1 Area
14 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Walkable

North Country National Scenic Trail

14 minwalk· 2 min bike· <1 min drive
North Country Trail Spur
5 mindrive
4.0
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 3/10 to 5/10

School District: White Cloud Public Schools

5White Cloud Elementary SchoolElementary · K-05 · 414 students · 17:1 · 2.5 mi
4White Cloud High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 294 students · 24:1 · 2.4 mi
3White Cloud Junior High SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 227 students · 16:1 · 2.4 mi

Local Government · area-wide

Sherman Township (Newaygo County)

unconfirmed

Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.

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

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Rural township; individual private wells

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

No municipal sewer; individual septic

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler (Republic Services)

No municipal collection; residents contract haulers

Electricvaries by address

Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh

Coop rate book lists Sherman Twp in its Newaygo territory

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Natural Gasvaries by address

No piped natural gas (propane/LP)

Deep-rural; typically propane

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Police

Newaygo County Sheriff

Sheriff is primary law enforcement

Fireunconfirmed

Area fire department (via Newaygo County 911)

Rural fire coverage dispatched through county

Services for Sherman Township · 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.

🍺 Bars(1)

Shamrock

Bar

3.0 mimap

🏫 Schools(2)

Graham School

3.6 mimap

Bigelow School

4.4 mimap

🌳 Parks(5)

Road Side Park

0.4 mimap
Flowing Wells Park
1.9 mimap

Unnamed park

2.0 mimap

+2 more within 5 miles

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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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Median in Alley Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$2,497/mo

$
$73,570
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,90976%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

Get Pre-Approved with Guild Mortgage
Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

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. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

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