Forest Haven
Solid value in a growing area
Median $270K·Schools 5.3/10
You'll feel the road quiet down the moment you turn in—tree-lined, well-maintained, the kind of street where you can actually hear yourself think. This stretch of West Michigan sits close enough to the Little Muskegon River that water access shows up in how people talk about their properties here, with riverfront lots and swimming holes drawing folks who want to fish, kayak, or just watch the current from their windows. The neighborhood has that woodland feel, with wildlife visible along the drives and plenty of space between homes. Artman Park is about three miles away if you're looking for more structured recreation, but honestly, the river itself does a lot of the heavy lifting for outdoor life out here. The homes tend toward character—brick fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, the kind of remodeled spaces that suggest people have stuck around and invested in what they've got.
Why people love it here
$270K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Forest Haven
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,833/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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Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Tri County Area Schools
Crime in Forest Haven 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 Montcalm County.
Montcalm County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Forest Haven home (around $270,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,787 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,787/mo | $47,662 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,058/mo | $54,880 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,148/mo | $57,289 |
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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Artman Park
3.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🏫 Schools(5)
Little Whitefish School
Kinney School
School
Oak Grove School
School
Frequently asked about Forest Haven
- What do homes cost in Forest Haven?
- The median home value in Forest Haven is about $270,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Forest Haven housing market?
- no homes are listed in Forest Haven right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Forest Haven?
- Forest Haven is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Tri County Senior High School (6/10).
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