Morgan Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Morgan Area is a neighborhood, part of Maple Valley Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $220,000.
2 homes for sale·Median $220K·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.
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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
$220K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Morgan Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,494/mo
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8 homes sold in Morgan 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
Median Sale Price
$220K
8 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Thornapple Lake Nature Sanctuary
1.7 mi
Expected Rent
$1,575/mo
$1,450 – $1,700 · estimated range
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 Morgan 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 Morgan Area home (around $220,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $40k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,482 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,482/mo | $39,516 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,706/mo | $45,482 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,781/mo | $47,488 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$97K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$65K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Morgan Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
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 Morgan 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.
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Living in Morgan Area: the details
Is Morgan Area a good place to live?
Morgan Area suits buyers looking for green space nearby — here is what the data shows. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Maple Valley Schools. The going price is around $220,000.
What does it cost to live in Morgan Area?
Homes in Morgan Area sell for a median of about $220,000. There are 2 homes for sale here right now and 8 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Morgan Area
- What do homes cost in Morgan Area?
- The median home value in Morgan Area is about $220,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Morgan Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Morgan Area right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Morgan Area?
- Morgan Area is served by Maple Valley Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Morgan Area walkable?
- Morgan Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.