Bradley Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $257K·Walkability 2.1/10·Schools 6.0/10
What surprises people out here is how close you are to actual things—a coffee shop seven minutes on foot, restaurants nine minutes away—while sitting on what feels like genuinely rural land, with acreage that runs from just under an acre to well over four, pole barns for the serious toy collectors, and enough trees to make you forget you're within 40 minutes of downtown. The homes tend toward one-level ranch layouts and bi-levels with walkout basements, often positioned on wooded stretches where a pellet stove or updated HVAC system means you're not fighting the Michigan winters. If water access matters, Bradley Lake is just 0.1 miles away, and Cordes Lake is essentially at your doorstep. Salisbury Park is a quick walk away for when you need more than your own land, and the proximity to the highway keeps commuting bearable even when the country feel suggests otherwise.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Bradley Lake within walking distance
- Bradley Lake: 0 min walk
- Ware Lake: 11 min bike
$257K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
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Median home price in Bradley Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,746/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Salisbury Park
1.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Tri County Area Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Bernita Mae Cafe
Aiden's Place
Salisbury Park
Unnamed playground
Bradley Lake
+1 more
White Pine Trail
Kent District Library Nelson Township Branch
Kent Theater
Crime in Bradley 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 Montcalm County.
Montcalm County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Bradley Lake home (around $257,150) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $46k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,710 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,710/mo | $45,610 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,969/mo | $52,511 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,056/mo | $54,819 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
Solar potential
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,363 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Bradley 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)
Restaurant
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Restaurant
Restaurant
☕ Coffee(3)
🏫 Schools(11)
Phillips School
Big Whitefish School
Huggard School
Nelson Center School
+6 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Frequently asked about Bradley Lake
- What do homes cost in Bradley Lake?
- The median home value in Bradley Lake is about $257,150. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Bradley Lake?
- Bradley Lake is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Sand Lake Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Bradley Lake walkable?
- Bradley Lake scores 2.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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