Carlisle
Strong schools draw families here
Median $373K·Walkability 2.4/10·Schools 6.2/10
What might surprise you is how many row houses and townhomes anchor this area—they make up a significant portion of the residential landscape, creating a different feel than typical suburban sprawl. Most homes were built between the 1970s and early 2000s, and you'll find everything from ranch-style houses on spacious cul-de-sac lots to waterfront properties overlooking ponds and lake associations. The neighborhood sits within Byron township, convenient to shopping, dining, and schools, with mature tree-lined streets and nearby trails adding character. Real estate here tends to run higher than many Michigan neighborhoods, reflecting the mix of well-maintained owner-occupied homes and the area's appeal to working professionals—nearly half the employed population works in executive, management, or professional roles. It's a place where you get suburban breathing room without feeling isolated.
Why people love it here
Byron Center High School
- High — 1.4 mi away
- Byron Center
- 4 rated schools in district
$373K median
- 229 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Carlisle
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,532/mo
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229 homes sold in Carlisle this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 9 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Byron Center Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Russo | Italian Restaurant + Market
Mannie's Pizza
Starbucks
Railside Golf Club | Alder & Iron Restaurant
Douglas Walker Park
Unnamed playground
Providence Lake
Unnamed beach
Connector to Kent Trails
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
68th/Special Olympics - Michigan (EB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Kent District Library - Byron Center Branch
daycare
Celebration Cinema South
Crime in Carlisle 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Carlisle home (around $373,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,514 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,514/mo | $67,051 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,894/mo | $77,173 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,022/mo | $80,576 |
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
$268K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$697K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
2 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$362K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$181K
Median
Who actually lends in Carlisle, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Byron Township
Source: byrontownship.org · 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
~$873/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,369 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Kent County Sheriff's Office (South Substation)
South Substation serves Gaines/Caledonia/Byron Twps.
Services for Byron · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Carlisle 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(29)
Russo | Italian Restaurant + Market
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Family Fare
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Mannie's Pizza
Restaurant
76th St Auto/Truck Plaza
Restaurant
76 Diner Byron Center
Restaurant
Restaurant
Player’s Fuel LLC
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(11)
Bar Down Grill
Bar
Railside Golf Club | Alder & Iron Restaurant
Bar
5th Degree Bar
Bar
+8 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
Byron Center High School
School
Blain School
Marshall School
School
School
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(3)
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
📚 Libraries(1)
Kent District Library - Byron Center Branch
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Frequently asked about Carlisle
- What do homes cost in Carlisle?
- The median home value in Carlisle is about $373,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Carlisle housing market?
- there are 38 homes for sale in Carlisle right now, and 229 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Carlisle?
- Carlisle is served by Byron Center Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Marshall Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Carlisle walkable?
- Carlisle scores 2.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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