Leisure Area
Room to spread out, great value
The quick answer
Leisure Area is a neighborhood, part of South Haven Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $568,000.
25 homes for sale·Median $568K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 4.6/10
When you're serious about Lake Michigan living but want more than a cramped beachfront condo, this stretch of Kent County between South Haven and Saugatuck delivers exactly what you're looking for. We're talking about multi-acre lots where you can actually hear yourself think, custom homes with rooms for the whole extended family, and the kind of privacy that lets you run your hot tub year-round without nosy neighbors. The nearby dining and shops might require a short drive, but when your backyard borders blueberry farms and your deck overlooks wooded ravines, you won't mind the trip to town.
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Why people love it here
7.4 acre avg lots
- 1,432 homes
$568K median
- 41 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Leisure Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,853/mo
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41 homes sold in Leisure Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$568K
41 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Kal-Haven Trail 67th Street Trailhead
3.0 mi
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,250 – $1,575 · estimated range
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 6/10
School District: South Haven Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Kal-Haven Trail 67th Street Trailhead
Playground at Baseline Rd & 66th St
Manitt Lake
Beach on Baseline Rd
Crime in Leisure Area 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Leisure Area home (around $567,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $102k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,823 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,823/mo | $101,934 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,400/mo | $117,324 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,594/mo | $122,497 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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 a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
35 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$32K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$180K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Leisure Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
Casco Township
Source: cascotownship.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
~$884/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,450 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural; some South Haven city water service near lakeshore.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Republic/Waste Management common in area.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Regional electric provider.
Confirm by addressCasco Township Fire Department
Township/area fire service.
Services for Casco Township · Source: cascotownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Leisure Area 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Kal-Haven Trail 67th Street Trailhead
3.0 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(1)
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
☕ Coffee(1)
Cj's Corner Cafe
Café
🏫 Schools(18)
Beechdale School
Evergreen Glade School
Hadaway School
McDowell School
Iddle School
+13 more within 5 miles
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Living in Leisure Area: the details
Is Leisure Area a good place to live?
Leisure Area is a strong fit if you want room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of South Haven Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $568,000.
What does it cost to live in Leisure Area?
The median home value in Leisure Area is about $568,000. There are 25 homes for sale here right now and 41 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Leisure Area
- What do homes cost in Leisure Area?
- The median home value in Leisure Area is about $567,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Leisure Area housing market?
- there are 25 homes for sale in Leisure Area right now, and 41 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Leisure Area?
- Leisure Area is served by South Haven Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Fennville Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Leisure Area walkable?
- Leisure Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.