Dorseys Woods
Solid value in a growing area
Median $65K·Schools 3.7/10
Sunrise through the trees here hits different—golden light filtering through bare branches in winter, or that soft green glow when the canopy fills in. The area sits just a fraction of a mile from Lake Michigan, close enough that a short drive lands you at the water, and Hungerford Lake Recreation Area is less than a mile away for anyone wanting trails or a quieter spot to breathe. Homes on these parcels tend toward substantial lots and updated interiors—knotty pine and custom cabinetry show up in listings as often as functioning wells and septic systems, which tells you the places here get real attention from owners who plan to stay. The nearest restaurant is a couple of miles down the road, which means this is woods-first country—the kind of stretch where you're trading walkability for actual acreage and the kind of quiet that only comes from real distance.
Why people love it here
$65K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Dorseys Woods
Estimated Monthly Payment
$441/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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Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 4/10
School District: Baldwin Community Schools
Crime in Dorseys Woods 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 Lake County.
Lake County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Dorseys Woods home (around $64,900) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $11k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $430 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $430/mo | $11,457 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $495/mo | $13,192 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $516/mo | $13,771 |
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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Paradise Lake Public Access
1.0 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(4)
Fast Food
Pompeiis Pizza
Restaurant
Subway
Fast Food
Restaurant
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Dorseys Woods
- What do homes cost in Dorseys Woods?
- The median home value in Dorseys Woods is about $64,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Dorseys Woods housing market?
- no homes are listed in Dorseys Woods right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Dorseys Woods?
- Dorseys Woods is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
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