Base Line Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $545K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 5.2/10
This lakefront community centers around the 187-acre all-sports Baseline Lake, offering an intimate setting with just 531 acres total. Properties here feature smaller lots averaging 0.18 acres, creating a cozy cottage atmosphere where neighbors are close but lake access is premium. The area attracts those seeking year-round or seasonal lake living, with many homes recently renovated while maintaining their classic cottage appeal.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Base Line Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Base Line Lake: 0 min walk
- Baseline Lake Public Access: 6 min bike
$545K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Base Line Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,701/mo
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. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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3 homes sold in Base Line Lake this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Baseline Lake Public Access
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Baseline Lake Public Access
Base Line Lake
+1 more
Old Regent Theatre
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 7/10
School District: Allegan Public Schools
Crime in Base Line 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Base Line Lake home (around $545,100) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $96k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,608 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,608/mo | $96,225 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,155/mo | $110,797 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,337/mo | $115,660 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Median Price
$125K
Per listing
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
~$873/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,368 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Gun Plain Grange / area fire department
Fire coverage via area department (GPGFD referenced for burn permits).
Services for Trowbridge · Source: trowbridgetownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Base Line 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.
🏫 Schools(17)
Foster School
Gobles Junior Academy
Harper School
Wager School
Moon School
+12 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
Baseline Lake Public Access
Duck Lake Public Access
Clear Lake Public Access
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(1)
Kal-Haven Trail
Bike Path
Frequently asked about Base Line Lake
- What do homes cost in Base Line Lake?
- The median home value in Base Line Lake is about $545,100. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Base Line Lake housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Base Line Lake right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Base Line Lake?
- Base Line Lake is served by Allegan Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Allegan Online K8 (7/10).
- Is Base Line Lake walkable?
- Base Line Lake scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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