Forest Haven No 1
Solid value in a growing area
Median $331K·Schools 5.3/10
Out here along the Little Muskegon River, you get riverfront living without the fuss—cabins and homes tucked on modest lots with direct water access, the kind of place where a stone fireplace and river views from your living room windows feel like the whole point. It's about 40 minutes north of Grand Rapids, close enough for a supply run but far enough to feel genuinely removed. Artman Park sits roughly 3 miles away if you're looking for organized outdoor space, though the river itself handles most of the recreation.
Why people love it here
$331K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Forest Haven No 1
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,247/mo
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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 No 1 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 No 1 home (around $331,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,202 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,202/mo | $58,709 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,535/mo | $67,592 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,646/mo | $70,562 |
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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Artman Park
3.4 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(3)
🏫 Schools(5)
Oak Grove School
Kinney School
Little Whitefish School
School
School
Frequently asked about Forest Haven No 1
- What do homes cost in Forest Haven No 1?
- The median home value in Forest Haven No 1 is about $331,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Forest Haven No 1 housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Forest Haven No 1 right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Forest Haven No 1?
- Forest Haven No 1 is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Tri County Senior High School (6/10).
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