Caruthers Lake
Surrounded by nature
Walkability 2.1/10·Schools 6.0/10
This quiet Kent County community offers a distinctly rural lifestyle with generous lot sizes averaging over 3 acres per property. The expansive parcels provide plenty of space for those seeking privacy, room for hobbies, or the opportunity to create their own personal retreat. The area maintains a peaceful, country atmosphere while remaining accessible to Grand Rapids' employment centers and amenities.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Caruthers Lake within walking distance
- Caruthers Lake: 1 min walk
- Hicks Lake: 8 min drive
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Big Lake Public Access
2.5 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Martin Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Subway
Caruthers Lake
+1 more
M-89 Cinema
Crime in Caruthers 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →Local Government · area-wide
Watson Township
Source: watsontownshipmi.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
~$906/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,343 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider.
Confirm by addressArea fire department (mutual aid)
Fire/burn permit contact (269) 686-5222; covered by area department.
Services for Watson · Source: watsontownshipmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Caruthers 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.
🍕 Restaurants(7)
The Fly Inn
Restaurant
Four Roses Cafe
Restaurant
Casa Real
Restaurant
M89 Bar and Grill
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(1)
Mezzo Coffee House
Café
🏫 Schools(4)
Frequently asked about Caruthers Lake
- What schools serve Caruthers Lake?
- Caruthers Lake is served by Martin Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Martin High School (6/10).
- Is Caruthers Lake walkable?
- Caruthers Lake scores 2.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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