Council Bluffs
Surrounded by nature
Median $528K·Walkability 1.1/10·Schools 4.7/10
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Brooks Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Brooks Lake Boating Access Site: 10 min bike
- Brooks Lake: 4 min drive
$528K median
- Assessor estimate
16,117 sq ft avg lots
- 1 homes
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Median home price in Council Bluffs
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,583/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Brooks Lake Boating Access Site
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Brooks Lake
0.3 mi
Est. Home Value
$528K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
1
Median Lot Size
0.37 ac
0.37 ac – 0.37 ac
Expected Rent
$1,600/mo
$1,400 – $1,775 · estimated range
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 5/10
School District: Newaygo Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Save-A-Lot
Subway
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
Sportsman's Bar
Brooks Lake Boating Access Site
Playground in Village Of Newaygo
Brooks Lake
Beach in Olds Manor Area
Unnamed bike path
Newaygo Area District Library
Local Government · area-wide
Brooks Township
Source: brookstownshipmi.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 ~6,339 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical outside any utility district.
Chain of Lakes Area Utility Authority (COLA)
Brooks is a constituent of COLA, which provides sewer to the area (5546 S Evergreen, Newaygo).
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressNewaygo Fire District covers all of Brooks Twp, ~60% of Garfield Twp, and City of Newaygo (~56 sq mi).
Services for Brooks Township · Source: brookstownshipmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Council Bluffs 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
Leppinks Food Centers
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(6)
School
School
Salem School
Lambson School
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Cycleway from Linden Ave to Mason Dr
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Newaygo Area District Library
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Frequently asked about Council Bluffs
- What do homes cost in Council Bluffs?
- The median home value in Council Bluffs is about $527,800. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Council Bluffs?
- Council Bluffs is served by Newaygo Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Newaygo Middle School (5/10).
- Is Council Bluffs walkable?
- Council Bluffs scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.