Lyons Area
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Lyons Area is a neighborhood, part of Ionia Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $230,000.
6 homes for sale·Median $230K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 5.5/10
If you're looking for land that actually *breathes*, the average lot here runs over ten acres—the kind of space where you can see your property line without binoculars. Right up against Webber Dam Natural Area, which means you've got trails and water access practically adjacent, though the neighborhood itself is defined more by acreage and elbow room than by manicured amenities. A grocery stop is steps away, which handles the basics without fanfare, and when you want to eat out, a restaurant lands about two miles down the road. At nearly fifteen thousand acres, this is the kind of place where "the area" means something—low density, room to move, and the kind of quiet that comes from actual distance rather than marketing. It's West Michigan for people who've lived elsewhere and came back knowing exactly what they wanted.
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Why people love it here
$230K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Lyons Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,561/mo
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See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$230K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Webber Dam Natural Area
1.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,450/mo
$1,275 – $1,625 · estimated range
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 6/10
School District: Ionia Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Green View Point Park
Lyons Township District Library
Crime in Lyons Area 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 Ionia County.
Ionia County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Lyons Area home (around $230,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $41k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,549 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,549/mo | $41,312 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,783/mo | $47,550 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,862/mo | $49,646 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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.
Who actually lends in Lyons Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Solar potential
~$873/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,410 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Lyons Area 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Webber Dam Natural Area
1.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
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Living in Lyons Area: the details
Is Lyons Area a good place to live?
Here is a data-based look at what living in Lyons Area is like. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Ionia Public Schools. The going price is around $230,000.
What does it cost to live in Lyons Area?
Homes in Lyons Area sell for a median of about $230,000. There are 6 homes for sale here right now and 5 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Lyons Area
- What do homes cost in Lyons Area?
- The median home value in Lyons Area is about $230,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lyons Area housing market?
- there are 6 homes for sale in Lyons Area right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lyons Area?
- Lyons Area is served by Ionia Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is PewamoWestphalia Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Lyons Area walkable?
- Lyons Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.