Brooks Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $462K·Walkability 4.2/10·Schools 4.7/10
This expansive residential area spans over 1,100 acres in Kent County, offering residents generous lot sizes that average about a quarter-acre each. The community provides a spacious suburban lifestyle with room to breathe, making it particularly appealing for families seeking privacy and outdoor space. With nearby amenities accessible throughout the greater Grand Rapids region, residents enjoy the best of both worlds – a more rural feel while maintaining connectivity to urban conveniences.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Brooks Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Brooks Lake: 13 min walk
- Brooks Lake Boating Access Site: 13 min walk
$462K median
- 1 recent sale
Lake facts
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Median home price in Brooks Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,138/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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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Brooks Lake Boating Access Site
0.6 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
Save-A-Lot
Subway
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
Sportsman's Bar
Brooks Lake Boating Access Site
Playground in Village Of Newaygo
Brooks Lake
Beach in Olds Manor Area
Cycleway from Linden Ave to Mason Dr
Newaygo Area District Library
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 5/10
School District: Newaygo Public School District
Crime in Brooks 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Brooks Lake home (around $462,300) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $82k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,060 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,060/mo | $81,609 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,524/mo | $93,967 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,678/mo | $98,092 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Brooks Township
Source: brookstownshipmi.gov · 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
~$930/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,507 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical outside any utility district.
Chain of Lakes Area Utility Authority (COLA)
Brooks is a constituent of COLA, which provides sewer to the area (5546 S Evergreen, Newaygo).
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressNewaygo Fire District covers all of Brooks Twp, ~60% of Garfield Twp, and City of Newaygo (~56 sq mi).
Services for Brooks · Source: brookstownshipmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Brooks 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.
🛒 Grocery(2)
Grocery Store
Leppinks Food Centers
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(8)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(6)
School
School
Salem School
Lambson School
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Cycleway from Linden Ave to Mason Dr
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Newaygo Area District Library
Frequently asked about Brooks Lake
- What do homes cost in Brooks Lake?
- The median home value in Brooks Lake is about $462,300. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Brooks Lake housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Brooks Lake right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Brooks Lake?
- Brooks Lake is served by Newaygo Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Newaygo Middle School (5/10).
- Is Brooks Lake walkable?
- Brooks Lake scores 4.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in Brooks Lake
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