Barber Lake
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $763K·Walkability 1.7/10·Schools 10.0/10
This intimate residential enclave in Kent County offers an exceptional opportunity for those seeking space and privacy on generous lots averaging over four acres each. With just 128 acres total, the community maintains an exclusive, rural atmosphere while remaining accessible to Grand Rapids amenities. The expansive lot sizes provide residents with room for large homes, outbuildings, gardens, or simply the peace that comes with distance between neighbors.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Barber Lake within walking distance
- Barber Lake: 2 min walk
- Two Rivers Park: 9 min bike
Kettle Lake Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.9 mi away
- Caledonia
- 6 rated schools in district
$763K median
- Assessor estimate
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Barber Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,177/mo
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Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Caledonia Community Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Two Rivers Park
1.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Pizza Hut
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
Saskatoon Golf Club
+1 more
Two Rivers Park
Unnamed playground
Barber Lake
+1 more
Fishing Beach
Stimson Road
dog_park
Thornapple Trail
Campbell Lake Launch
Caledonia Township Branch Library
Kids R Angels Childcare Center
Crime in Barber 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →Local Government · area-wide
Caledonia Charter Township
Source: caledoniatownship.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
~$864/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,305 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Caledonia Township municipal water (Infrastructure Alternatives O&M); private well rural
Township owns water system serving a portion; operated by Infrastructure Alternatives. Emergency hotline 616-732-4908.
Caledonia Township municipal sewer (Infrastructure Alternatives O&M); septic rural
Township sewer serves a portion; rural on individual septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Kent County Sheriff's Office (South Substation)
South Substation serves Gaines/Caledonia/Byron since 1995.
Caledonia Township Fire Department
Covers 36 sq mi; chief + FT inspector + 6 FT + 14 paid-on-call + 2 PT.
Services for Caledonia · Source: caledoniatownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Barber 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(12)
Big O Smokehouse
Restaurant
Pizza Hut
Restaurant
Cobblestone Plaza and Banquet Center
Restaurant
Fast Food
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(4)
Real Arriero Mexican Bar & Grill
Bar
Butcher Block Social
Bar
Family Tavern
Bar
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(1)
Kettle Lake School
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(6)
Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Adventures Learning Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(1)
Caledonia Township Branch Library
Frequently asked about Barber Lake
- What do homes cost in Barber Lake?
- The median home value in Barber Lake is about $762,650. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Barber Lake?
- Barber Lake is served by Caledonia Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kettle Lake Elementary School (10/10).
- Is Barber Lake walkable?
- Barber Lake scores 1.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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