First Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $480K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 5.8/10
This waterfront community in Kent County spans 146 acres of prime lakefront property, where residents enjoy generous lot sizes averaging nearly half an acre. Just 0.1 miles away, First Lake offers a serene setting with stunning water views and recreational opportunities right at your doorstep. Homes here feature multiple bedrooms and open living areas designed for entertaining and lake-focused living.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- First Lake within walking distance
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- First Lake: 1 min walk
- Town and Country Path: 8 min walk
Fremont High School
- High — 1.4 mi away
- Fremont
- 4 rated schools in district
$480K median
- 1 recent sale
Notable nearby
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in First Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,259/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Branstrom Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Fremont Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Bill's Shop N Save
The Blind Squirrel Tavern
+1 more
Branstrom Park
+1 more
Playground in Beebe's Add. Area
First Lake
+1 more
Beach in Cottage Grove
Refuge MTB Trail
Dog Park in Ephraim Misner's Add.
Town and Country Path
Anytime Fitness
Walgreens
Fremont Area District Library
Fremont Cinemas
To buy a median-priced First Lake home (around $480,000) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $86k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,238 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,238/mo | $86,353 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,727/mo | $99,387 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,891/mo | $103,771 |
Estimates use a 6.67% 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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Fremont
Source: cityoffremont.net · 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
~$869/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,335 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Regional IOU (Great Lakes Energy serves surrounding rural Newaygo Co)
Confirm by addressServices for Fremont · Source: cityoffremont.net
Utility, solar, and service details for First 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.
🛒 Grocery(4)
Bill's Shop N Save
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Restaurant
Restaurant
Elsie's Ice Cream
Restaurant
Spanky's Pizza
Restaurant
Fast Food
🏫 Schools(15)
Christian Junior High School
School
Pathfinder Elementary School
School
Pine Street School
Newaygo County Vocational School
Cedar Street School
+10 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(1)
Town and Country Path
Bike Path
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
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Frequently asked about First Lake
- What do homes cost in First Lake?
- The median home value in First Lake is about $480,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the First Lake housing market?
- no homes are listed in First Lake right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve First Lake?
- First Lake is served by Fremont Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Fremont High School (8/10).
- Is First Lake walkable?
- First Lake scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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