East Big Gilkey
Solid value in a growing area
Median $368K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 4.0/10
Twin Lakes sits within arm's reach—just a tenth of a mile away—which means the water here is less an amenity and more a defining fact of daily life. The area wraps around two spring-fed lakes where fishing, kayaking, and swimming happen casually, without the machinery of a resort town. Homes cluster on quiet cul-de-sac roads with room to breathe—fewer than 50 structures around the larger lake—and most sit far enough back that you're not watching your neighbor's dock from your own. A grocery store lies under three miles away, close enough for weeknight runs but distant enough that the area retains its unhurried, away-from-it-all character. Barry Township Park sits a couple of miles south if you're after trails or a change of scenery, though the shoreline itself does most of the work: gas fireplaces warm winter afternoons, two-tiered decks frame sunsets, and the water stays still enough that you can hear what matters.
Why people love it here
$368K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in East Big Gilkey
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,498/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 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 5/10
School District: Delton Kellogg Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Gilkey Lake
+1 more
Crime in East Big Gilkey 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 East Big Gilkey home (around $368,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $65k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,436 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,436/mo | $64,962 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,805/mo | $74,800 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,928/mo | $78,083 |
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.
Solar potential
~$919/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,432 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for East Big Gilkey 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
Barry Townhip Park
2.8 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about East Big Gilkey
- What do homes cost in East Big Gilkey?
- The median home value in East Big Gilkey is about $368,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the East Big Gilkey housing market?
- no homes are listed in East Big Gilkey right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve East Big Gilkey?
- East Big Gilkey is served by Delton Kellogg Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Delton Kellogg Elem School (5/10).
- Is East Big Gilkey walkable?
- East Big Gilkey scores 3.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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