Foreman Lakes Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $141K·Walkability 1.5/10·Schools 3.7/10
What surprises most people about this stretch of West Michigan is how close you are to actual lake living without the crush of a resort town—you're right on Lake Michigan's edge, yet it feels genuinely remote. The area itself spans about 189 acres of mostly wooded terrain where homes sit well back from the road, surrounded by trees that create real privacy on modest lots. You'll find cottages and ranch-style homes mixed throughout, many with wraparound decks and covered porches perfect for watching seasons change; a few sit right on the water with direct frontage for fishing and lake access. The nearest recreation area is just a five-minute walk away, and dining options are about two miles down the road, so you're far enough out to breathe but close enough that you're not completely cut off. It's the kind of place where you can own a piece of actual waterfront, keep things low-key, and still be within reach of what you need.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Foreman Lakes within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Paradise Lake: 6 min bike
- Idlewild Lake: 8 min drive
$141K median
- 1 recent sale
Lake facts
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Median home price in Foreman Lakes Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$957/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Paradise Lake Public Access
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 4/10
School District: Baldwin Community Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Paradise Lake
Crime in Foreman Lakes 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 Lake County.
Lake County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Foreman Lakes Lake home (around $141,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $25k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $938 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $938/mo | $25,009 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,080/mo | $28,793 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,127/mo | $30,058 |
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
$6K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$59K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$898/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,284 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Foreman Lakes 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(4)
Subway
Fast Food
Pompeiis Pizza
Restaurant
Fast Food
Restaurant
Frequently asked about Foreman Lakes Lake
- What do homes cost in Foreman Lakes Lake?
- The median home value in Foreman Lakes Lake is about $141,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Foreman Lakes Lake housing market?
- no homes are listed in Foreman Lakes 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 Foreman Lakes Lake?
- Foreman Lakes Lake is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
- Is Foreman Lakes Lake walkable?
- Foreman Lakes Lake scores 1.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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