Bridgeton
Solid value in a growing area
Median $327K·Walkability 1.7/10·Schools 5.7/10
People expect rural Michigan to be flat and forgettable, but this stretch along the Muskegon River brings something different—a working landscape where the river itself is the main attraction. Wooded lots, spring-fed ponds, and acres of land define the terrain, with Sand Creek and Sand Lake adding water access throughout. The Bridgeton General Store anchors what little there is of a town center, serving locals and the steady stream of paddlers and anglers who come for the river. You'll see pole barns, updated ranches on open acreage, and homes built for people who actually use their land rather than just look at it.
Why people love it here
$327K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Bridgeton
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,220/mo
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8 homes sold in Bridgeton this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 6/10
School District: Grant Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
7 Mile Inn
Bridgeton Township Park
Sand Lake
Unnamed beach
LP19 Snowmobile Trail
Crime in Bridgeton 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Bridgeton home (around $327,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,204 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,204/mo | $58,782 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,537/mo | $67,655 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,649/mo | $70,639 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$11K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$41K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Bridgeton Township
Source: bridgetontownshipmi.gov · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$917/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,418 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressFremont / Grant / Egelston Fire Departments (closest-responder)
Township serviced by Fremont, Grant and Egelston FDs on a closest-available basis.
Services for Bridgeton · Source: bridgetontownshipmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Bridgeton 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.
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Frequently asked about Bridgeton
- What do homes cost in Bridgeton?
- The median home value in Bridgeton is about $327,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Bridgeton housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Bridgeton right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Bridgeton?
- Bridgeton is served by Grant Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grant Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Bridgeton walkable?
- Bridgeton 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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