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Baptist 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 $1.4M·Walkability 3.5/10·Schools 5.3/10

🏙️26 mito Downtown GR(~52 min drive)
🏞️38 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 16m drive)

This exclusive residential area in Kent County offers some of the most generous lot sizes in the Grand Rapids region, with properties averaging over an acre and a half. The expansive parcels provide residents with privacy, space for outdoor recreation, and the flexibility to create their ideal home environment. The community's 848-acre footprint maintains a rural feel while remaining conveniently connected to Grand Rapids amenities and employment centers.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Conover Lake within walking distance
  • Baptist Lake: 5 min walk
  • Conover Lake: 8 min walk
💰Home Values

$1.4M median

  • Assessor estimate
🏞️

Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size70acres
Homes on lake7parcels
Fish: Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Green Sunfish…
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Median home price in Baptist Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$9,832/mo

$
$289,660
20%
%
Principal & Interest $7,51576%
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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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

Englewright Lake Public Access

1.2 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

5.3
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 4/10 to 6/10

School District: Tri County Area Schools

6Tri County Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 539 students · 18:1 · 4.0 mi
6Sand Lake Elementary SchoolElementary · 03-05 · 392 students · 16:1 · 4.5 mi
4Tri County Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 390 students · 18:1 · 4.0 mi

Walkability

3.5

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
3.5
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

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

🌳Parks
Bikeable

Englewright Lake Public Access

11 minbike· 30 min walk· 3 min drive
Fisk Knob Park
9 mindrive
FISK KNOB
9 mindrive
🏞️Lakes & Water
Short walk

Baptist Lake

5 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
Conover Lake
8 minwalk
Lost Lake
11 minbike
Englewright Lake
11 minbike

+1 more

🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

North Country National Scenic Trail

8 mindrive
Fisk Knob Northeast
9 mindrive
Fisk Knob Park Northeast
9 mindrive
⛵Boat Launches
Quick drive

Spring Lake Launch

14 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

Kent District Library Nelson Township Branch

10 mindrive

Local Government · area-wide

Ensley Township

616-636-8510Website

Source: ensleytownship.org · 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

~$903/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,317 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Rural township; private wells typical.

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

Rural township; individual septic typical.

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler

Residents arrange private trash haulers.

Electricvaries by address

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

Regional IOU.

Confirm by address
Natural Gasvaries by address

SEMCO Energy Gas

SEMCO/Consumers; rural areas often propane.

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Policeunconfirmed

Newaygo County Sheriff

No local PD; county sheriff.

Fireunconfirmed

Area fire department (Sand Lake/Grant area, mutual aid)

SE township near Sand Lake; covered by nearest area fire dept.

Services for Ensley Township · Source: ensleytownship.org

Utility, solar, and service details for Baptist 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.

🍕 Restaurants(3)

Sticks-N-Stones Market

Restaurant

3.1 mimap
Lakeside Inn

Restaurant

4.5 mimap

Fraternal Order of Eagles

Restaurant

4.6 mimap

☕ Coffee(3)

Tea'd up

Café

4.6 mimap

Lulu's Cafe

Café

4.6 mimap
Bernita Mae Cafe

Café

4.6 mimap

🍺 Bars(2)

Tri County Eagle 4467

Bar

4.6 mimap

Aiden's Place

Bar

4.6 mimap

🏫 Schools(14)

Baptist Lake School

0.4 mimap

Kinney School

1.8 mimap

Crandall School

2.2 mimap

Big Whitefish School

2.4 mimap

Little Whitefish School

2.8 mimap

+9 more within 5 miles

🌳 Parks(4)

Englewright Lake Public Access

1.2 mimap

Little Whitefish Lake Public Access

2.6 mimap
Pierson Township Community Park
3.7 mimap

+1 more within 5 miles

🚴 Trails(2)

White Pine Trail

Bike Path

4.3 mimap

White Pine Trail

Bike Path

4.7 mimap

📚 Libraries(1)

Kent District Library Nelson Township Branch
4.3 mimap
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Frequently asked about Baptist Lake

What do homes cost in Baptist Lake?
The median home value in Baptist Lake is about $1,448,300. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
What schools serve Baptist Lake?
Baptist Lake is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Tri County Senior High School (6/10).
Is Baptist Lake walkable?
Baptist Lake scores 3.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Baptist Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$9,832/mo

$
$289,660
20%
%
Principal & Interest $7,51576%
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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