Cook and White Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $418K·Walkability 2.9/10·Schools 4.0/10
This quiet residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging just over two acres per property. The expansive lots provide plenty of room for privacy, gardens, and outdoor recreation while maintaining a peaceful suburban atmosphere. Residents enjoy the benefits of rural-style living while staying connected to Grand Rapids' amenities and employment opportunities.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Cook and White Lake within walking distance
- 6 parks within 1 mile
- Cook and White Lake: 5 min walk
- Fisk Knob Northeast: 10 min bike
$418K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Cook and White Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,837/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
Fisk Knob Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 6/10
School District: Tri County Area Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Aiden's Place
Fisk Knob Park
+1 more
Cook and White Lake
+1 more
Beach at Long Lake Park
Fisk Knob Northeast
Clear Lake Launch
Kent District Library Nelson Township Branch
Crime in Cook and White 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 Cook and White Lake home (around $417,850) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $74k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,766 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,766/mo | $73,762 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,185/mo | $84,932 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,325/mo | $88,660 |
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
Ensley Township
Source: ensleytownship.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
~$910/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,366 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic typical.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressArea fire department (Sand Lake/Grant area, mutual aid)
SE township near Sand Lake; covered by nearest area fire dept.
Services for Ensley · Source: ensleytownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Cook and White 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.
🏫 Schools(9)
Pangbron School
Briggs School
Crandall School
Frey School
Spring Valley School
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(1)
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
📚 Libraries(1)
Frequently asked about Cook and White Lake
- What do homes cost in Cook and White Lake?
- The median home value in Cook and White Lake is about $417,850. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Cook and White Lake?
- Cook and White Lake is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Sand Lake Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Cook and White Lake walkable?
- Cook and White Lake scores 2.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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