Buenavista Heights
Surrounded by nature
Median $530K·Walkability 2.7/10·Schools 6.4/10
What surprises people about this area is how close it sits to actual water without feeling crowded—Twin Lakes is just a third of a mile away, and Carter Lake Public Access is close enough for a quick morning walk. The neighborhood itself has the breathing room of country land, with homes spaced out on real lots, but you're never far from the essentials: four grocery stores within two miles, a coffee shop and restaurant each about a mile down the road.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Carter Lake — 0.5 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Carter Lake Public Access: 7 min bike
- West: 9 min bike
Northeastern Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.3 mi away
- Hastings Area
- 5 rated schools in district
$530K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Buenavista Heights
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,598/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
Carter Lake Public Access
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Carter Lake
0.5 mi
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 8/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Carter Lake Public Access
Carter Lake
West
Hastings Dog Park
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Crime in Buenavista Heights 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Buenavista Heights home (around $530,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $94k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,508 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,508/mo | $93,559 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,040/mo | $107,728 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,217/mo | $112,456 |
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.
Solar potential
~$899/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,288 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Buenavista Heights 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(4)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Fast Food
San Marcos
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(14)
Algonquin Lake School
Little Brick School
Chidester School
Northeastern School
Central School
+9 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Buenavista Heights
- What do homes cost in Buenavista Heights?
- The median home value in Buenavista Heights is about $530,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Buenavista Heights housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Buenavista Heights right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Buenavista Heights?
- Buenavista Heights is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Buenavista Heights walkable?
- Buenavista Heights scores 2.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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