E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area
Surrounded by nature
2 homes for sale·Median $225K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 6.7/10
Driving through this stretch of land feels like stepping back—rolling woodland, acreage that breathes, homes set back far enough that you actually own silence. The average lot runs over 17 acres, so you're not looking at subdivisions; you're looking at actual room to move, with mature trees and that particular Michigan landscape where the terrain dips and rises. Thornapple Lake waterfront properties anchor the eastern edge, and the river runs through with enough frontage that a few properties here push past 700 feet along the water. The Thornapple Lake Nature Sanctuary sits right adjacent, which means the green doesn't stop at your property line. Pole barns and orchards show up regularly in the sales history—this is land where people actually *do* things, not just look at views. Grocery shopping is about five miles down the road, but a restaurant is practically steps away, so you're not entirely marooned. The homes themselves tend toward ranches and cottages, many built or renovated in the last 15–20 years, with the kind of attention to natural light and open space you'd expect when someone's chosen 3 to 30 acres over a standard lot.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Thornapple Lake within walking distance
- Pumpkin Seed Lake: 6 min drive
- Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail: 7 min drive
$225K median
- 10 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,527/mo
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10 homes sold in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Thornapple Lake Nature Sanctuary
1.7 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Thornapple Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 8/10
School District: Maple Valley Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Good Time Pizza
Thornapple Lake Nature Sanctuary
Pumpkin Seed Lake
Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail
Crime in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area home (around $225,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $40k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,497 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,497/mo | $39,908 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,723/mo | $45,946 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,799/mo | $47,965 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$97K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$98K
Per listing
Who actually lends in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
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Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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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
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,332 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD 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.
Frequently asked about E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area
- What do homes cost in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area?
- The median home value in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area is about $225,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area right now, and 10 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area?
- E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area is served by Maple Valley Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area walkable?
- E STATE RD & THORNAPPLE LAKE RD Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.