Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area
Wide open spaces
1 home for sale·Median $370K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 6.0/10
Out here in Kent County's countryside, you get what most people only dream about: genuine space to breathe. With median lots stretching over 10 acres, your neighbors aren't close enough to hear your morning coffee routine, and that's exactly the point. This is where people come to build exactly what they want — whether that's a hunting retreat, a hobby farm, or just a place where you can actually see the stars at night. The recent listings tell the story: folks are either starting from scratch on raw land or creating custom homes designed around outdoor living, complete with established trails and private ponds.
Why people love it here
27.9 acre avg lots
- 290 homes
$370K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,512/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$370K
1 recent sale
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Barton Township Park
1.6 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Reed City Area Public Schools
Crime in Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area home (around $370,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $66k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,461 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,461/mo | $65,626 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,833/mo | $75,556 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,958/mo | $78,876 |
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
1 parcel
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$5K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$120K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Barton Township
Source: bartontownship.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
~$901/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,305 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; rural pockets Great Lakes Energy cooperative.
Confirm by addressPropane / LP (no piped gas)
Remote rural township; likely propane rather than piped natural gas.
Confirm by addressArea fire department (Reed City/Newaygo Co. mutual aid)
Far-NE township near Reed City; covered by nearest area fire dept via mutual aid.
Services for Barton · Source: bartontownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Barton Township Park
1.6 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area
- What do homes cost in Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area?
- The median home value in Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area is about $370,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area?
- Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area is served by Reed City Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is GT Norman Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area walkable?
- Federal Forest Road 5102 & 15 Mile Rd Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.