Croton Heights
Surrounded by nature
Median $385K·Walkability 1.5/10·Schools 4.7/10
Early mornings out here are something special—the mist still clinging to Croton Pond while the Muskegon River moves quietly below, and you're looking at water that stays active year-round for fishing and whatever else you want to do on it. Most homes sit right on the water or within easy reach of it, with the kind of frontage that lets you dock a boat or just watch the light change across the lake from your deck. The area has that real land-and-water feel: mature trees, plenty of privacy, homes built to actually live in through winter, and a short tram ride or walk down to the water if you're on the bluff. It's about 40 minutes from Grand Rapids, which means you're close enough to get there when you need to, but far enough out that you're genuinely in a quieter pocket—one where the focus is on what the river and pond offer rather than strip development or chain anything.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Croton Dam Pond within walking distance
- Croton Dam Pond: 7 min bike
- Unnamed park: 6 min drive
$385K median
- 12 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Croton Heights
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,610/mo
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12 homes sold in Croton Heights this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthNearest Park
Unnamed park
1.7 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Croton Dam Pond
0.5 mi
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
Driftwood Bar and Grill
Unnamed park
Croton Dam Pond
Unnamed beach
North Country National Scenic Trail
Crime in Croton Heights 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 Croton Heights home (around $384,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $68k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,557 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,557/mo | $68,198 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,944/mo | $78,517 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,074/mo | $81,968 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
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Croton Township
Source: crotontownship.org · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$914/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,398 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; Croton Dam (hydro) is a Consumers facility.
Confirm by addressPropane / LP (no piped gas)
Rural township; likely propane.
Confirm by addressServices for Croton · Source: crotontownship.org
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Frequently asked about Croton Heights
- What do homes cost in Croton Heights?
- The median home value in Croton Heights is about $384,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Croton Heights housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Croton Heights right now, and 12 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Croton Heights?
- Croton Heights is served by Newaygo Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Newaygo Middle School (5/10).
- Is Croton Heights walkable?
- Croton Heights 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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