Elmdale
Strong schools draw families here
Median $650K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 5.5/10
The moment you turn onto this stretch of West Michigan, you feel the land open up—Duck Lake sits just a short walk away, and the air carries that particular stillness that comes with being near water. Homes here sit on generous lots with room to breathe, the kind of place where you're not staring into your neighbor's kitchen window. It's a quiet residential area defined by that proximity to the lake and the kind of space that draws people who want land without the isolation. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is about 45 minutes south, which keeps the commute reasonable for those working in the broader region. Lower Crooked Lake Park lies a few miles out if you're looking for a larger stretch of green to explore on foot or by car.
Why people love it here
DeltonKellogg High School
- High — 5.5 mi away
- Delton Kellogg Schools
- 4 rated schools in district
$650K median
- 1 recent sale
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Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 8/10
School District: Delton Kellogg Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
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Frequently asked about Elmdale
- What do homes cost in Elmdale?
- The median home value in Elmdale is about $650,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Elmdale housing market?
- no homes are listed in Elmdale right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Elmdale?
- Elmdale is served by Delton Kellogg Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is DeltonKellogg High School (8/10).
- Is Elmdale walkable?
- Elmdale scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.