Canadian Lakes
Surrounded by nature
Median $350K·Walkability 1.8/10·Schools 5.0/10
What might surprise you is that this private community about an hour north of Grand Rapids sits on over 730 acres of waterways—340 of them open to all-sports boating across five beaches—yet feels more like a self-contained resort than a residential neighborhood. Two nine-hole courses and an eighteen-hole layout draw golfers year-round, while eight pickleball courts, tennis, volleyball, and some of Michigan's best largemouth bass fishing anchor the recreational calendar. A castle serves as the community's visual anchor, hosting weddings and hosting the annual "Night of Lights" each winter. Beyond sports and water, there's a full business district with grocers, healthcare, dining, and over fifty clubs that keep the social calendar packed. River frontage homes back onto the Little Muskegon, while lakefront properties command sandy beaches and sunrise views; golf-adjacent lots offer their own brand of quietude. An annual membership fee under $730 covers all amenities—a detail that speaks to the accessibility built into this place. Many residents stay year-round, though the vacant housing stock suggests a steady seasonal rhythm.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- West Canadian Lake within walking distance
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed beach: 8 min walk
- East Canadian Lake: 6 min bike
$350K median
- 102 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Canadian Lakes
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,376/mo
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102 homes sold in Canadian Lakes this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 7/10
School District: Chippewa Hills School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Hixson's Family Market
Gregory's Grill
Unnamed park
East Canadian Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Crime in Canadian Lakes 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 Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Canadian Lakes home (around $349,950) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $63k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,359 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,359/mo | $62,907 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,715/mo | $72,404 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,835/mo | $75,597 |
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
83 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$31K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$16K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Canadian Lakes, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Solar potential
~$875/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,422 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Utility, solar, and service details for Canadian Lakes 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
Woody's Grocery and More
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(1)
Gregory's Grill
Restaurant
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Frequently asked about Canadian Lakes
- What do homes cost in Canadian Lakes?
- The median home value in Canadian Lakes is about $349,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Canadian Lakes housing market?
- there are 49 homes for sale in Canadian Lakes right now, and 102 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Canadian Lakes?
- Canadian Lakes is served by Chippewa Hills School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Mecosta Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Canadian Lakes walkable?
- Canadian Lakes scores 1.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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