Englewright Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $430K·Walkability 3.8/10·Schools 5.3/10
This rural community in southern Kent County offers a peaceful escape with generous lot sizes averaging over a quarter-acre, creating plenty of space for outdoor enthusiasts. The area features rolling hills, natural ponds, and meandering creeks that define the landscape. Properties here often include significant acreage, with some lakefront opportunities that provide direct water access for recreation and hunting.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Englewright Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Englewright Lake Public Access: 11 min walk
- Englewright Lake: 6 min bike
$430K median
- 7 sales in last 12mo
Lake facts
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Median home price in Englewright Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,919/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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7 homes sold in Englewright Lake this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Englewright Lake Public Access
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Tri County Area Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Englewright Lake Public Access
Englewright Lake
+1 more
Fisk Knob Northeast
Spring Lake Launch
Kent District Library Nelson Township Branch
Crime in Englewright Lake 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Englewright Lake home (around $430,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $76k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,847 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,847/mo | $75,907 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,278/mo | $87,402 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,421/mo | $91,238 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Ensley Township
Source: ensleytownship.org · unconfirmed
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$903/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,317 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic typical.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressArea fire department (Sand Lake/Grant area, mutual aid)
SE township near Sand Lake; covered by nearest area fire dept.
Services for Ensley · Source: ensleytownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Englewright Lake 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.
🍕 Restaurants(3)
Restaurant
Restaurant
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Restaurant
☕ Coffee(3)
🏫 Schools(14)
Crandall School
Baptist Lake School
Big Whitefish School
Pangbron School
Kinney School
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
📚 Libraries(1)
Frequently asked about Englewright Lake
- What do homes cost in Englewright Lake?
- The median home value in Englewright Lake is about $430,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Englewright Lake housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Englewright Lake right now, and 7 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Englewright Lake?
- Englewright Lake is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Sand Lake Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Englewright Lake walkable?
- Englewright Lake scores 3.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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