Cowan Lake
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $619K·Walkability 1.5/10·Schools 9.0/10
This 238-acre lakefront community centers around a pristine 65-acre private lake that defines the lifestyle here. Residents enjoy generous lot sizes averaging nearly half an acre, creating a spacious, retreat-like atmosphere just minutes from Grand Rapids. The lake offers year-round recreation from kayaking and paddleboarding to fishing, with many homes featuring substantial water frontage and multiple outdoor living spaces.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Cowan Lake within walking distance
- Cowan Lake: 6 min bike
- Little Muskrat Lake: 8 min drive
Lakes Elementary School
- Elementary — 3.0 mi away
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
$619K median
- 1 recent sale
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
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Median home price in Cowan Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,202/mo

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Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 8/10 to 10/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Wabasis Lake Park
2.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Cowan Lake
- What do homes cost in Cowan Lake?
- The median home value in Cowan Lake is about $619,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Cowan Lake housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Cowan Lake right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Cowan Lake?
- Cowan Lake is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakes Elementary School (10/10).
- Is Cowan Lake walkable?
- Cowan Lake scores 1.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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