Dean Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $1.3M·Walkability 4.2/10·Schools 6.4/10
This intimate lakeside community spans 227 acres in Kent County, offering an exclusive retreat with access to nearby Dean Lake. With generous lot sizes averaging nearly half an acre, residents enjoy spacious, park-like settings that provide both privacy and room to breathe. The area features stunning natural surroundings, creating the perfect setting for a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by water and woodland views.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Dean Lake within walking distance
- 26 parks within 1 mile
- Holtman Park: 6 min walk
- Dean Lake Park: 9 min walk
Northview High School
- High — 1.0 mi away
- Northview
- 6 rated schools in district
$1.3M median
- 1 recent sale
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Dean Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$9,097/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
Holtman Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
26
within 1 mile
Based on 9 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 10/10
School District: Northview Public Schools
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Speedy Cafe
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
Bud & Stanleys Pub & Grub
+1 more
Holtman Park
Unnamed playground
Dean Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Rifle Range Road Northeast
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Rogue River Mouth Launch
+1 more
Planet Fitness
+1 more
Meijer - Plainfield Township
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in Dean 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Dean Lake home (around $1,340,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $237k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $8,870 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $8,870/mo | $236,547 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $10,214/mo | $272,368 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $10,662/mo | $284,323 |
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
Plainfield Charter Township
Source: plainfieldmi.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
~$867/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,325 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Plainfield Charter Township Water Treatment Plant
Township operates its own water treatment plant; full-service community.
Plainfield Charter Township sewer (North Kent Sewer Authority member)
Township sewer; member of North Kent Sewer Authority.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Township provides public safety coordinating with sheriff/Major Case Team.
Services for Plainfield · Source: plainfieldmi.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Dean 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.
🛒 Grocery(26)
Meijer
Grocery Store
Ken's Fruit Market
Grocery Store
Rancho Bonito Supermarket MI
Grocery Store
+23 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(21)
+18 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(11)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Leffingwell Ave & 3 Mile Rd
Fitness Center
YogaSix
Fitness Center
+8 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Jupiter South Trail
Bike Path
Northgate Park Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Frequently asked about Dean Lake
- What do homes cost in Dean Lake?
- The median home value in Dean Lake is about $1,340,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Dean Lake housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Dean 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 Dean Lake?
- Dean Lake is served by Northview Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northview High School (8/10).
- Is Dean Lake walkable?
- Dean Lake scores 4.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in Dean Lake
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