Fruitland
Space and nature
The quick answer
Fruitland is a township, part of Reeths-Puffer Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $420,000.
17 homes for sale·Median $420K·Walkability 3.5/10·Schools 5.3/10
You're looking at a township where land comes first—24,000 acres of it, with plenty of room to breathe. Lots here average 5.63 acres, which means you're not living on top of your neighbors; you're genuinely separated from them. Homes run around $523K, and the place has that West Michigan rhythm: rural enough to feel real, but with groceries and a solid roster of restaurants—14 within a mile—right at hand. Coffee's about a mile and a half away if you need it, and there's a park just a 12-minute walk off, plus another one nearby for easy access. Grand Haven beach is a 34-minute drive, so weekend trips to the water aren't a production. This is Muskegon County territory, the kind of place where you get acreage and self-sufficiency without total isolation.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Duck Lake within walking distance
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Duck Creek Natural Area: 4 min walk
- Simonelli Road: 4 min walk
6.8 acre avg lots
- 2,648 homes
$88K median household income
- $420K median · 65 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Fruitland
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,851/mo
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65 homes sold in Fruitland this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Duck Lake
0.0 mi
Median Income
$88K
Household
Median Sale Price
$420K
65 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,275/mo
$1,175 – $1,375 · estimated range
Parcels
2,648
2562 residential
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Reeths-Puffer Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
White Duck Country Market
Beach Bites
Surfside Beer Garden
Duck Creek Natural Area
Owasippe Lake
Beach in Simonelli Rd & Zellar Rd Area
Simonelli Road
Dog Star Ranch
Fred Meijer Berry Junction Trail
White Lake Community Library
Northstar Cinema
Most of Fruitland is policed by the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (274 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (80 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.002% of the population, roughly 1 in 50,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 274 |
| Burglary | 80 |
| Aggravated assault | 45 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 35 |
| Rape | 22 |
| Arson | 7 |
| Homicide | 2 |
| Robbery | 2 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Muskegon County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Fruitland alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Fruitland home (around $420,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,530 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Fruitland household earns $87,813 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $559,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,530/mo | $67,459 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,957/mo | $78,857 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,101/mo | $82,689 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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 and median property taxes, 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
14 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$17K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$87K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Fruitland, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
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
~$892/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,504 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Private well
Municipal water not available; all homes on private wells
Septic - individual
No municipal sewer; individual septic
Resident-arranged hauler (Republic/Arrowaste area)
Residents contract their own hauler
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressRegional gas IOU where available; rural may use propane
Confirm by addressMuskegon County Sheriff (PINS dedicated deputy)
Participates in Partners in Neighborhood Safety; assigned a dedicated deputy
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Utility, solar, and service details for Fruitland 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.
Median Income
$88K
Home Value (Census)
$267K
Expected Rent
$1,275/mo
$1,175 – $1,375 · estimated range
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Fast Food
Fast Food
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
☕ Coffee(1)
Biggby Coffee
Café
🍺 Bars(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(12)
Conklin School
Whitelake School
Collins School
Whitehall High School
School
+7 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
America's Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(3)
📚 Libraries(1)
White Lake Community Library
⚡ EV Charging(1)
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EV Charging
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Living in Fruitland: the details
Is Fruitland a good place to live?
If you're after room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby, Fruitland is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This township is part of Reeths-Puffer Schools. Expect prices centered around $420,000.
What does it cost to live in Fruitland?
The median home value in Fruitland is about $420,000. There are 17 homes for sale here right now and 65 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Fruitland
- What do homes cost in Fruitland?
- The median home value in Fruitland is about $420,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Fruitland housing market?
- there are 17 homes for sale in Fruitland right now, and 65 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Fruitland?
- Fruitland is served by Reeths-Puffer Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Whitehall Senior High School (7/10).
- Is Fruitland walkable?
- Fruitland scores 3.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
