Houseman Lake Area
Room to spread out, great value
The quick answer
Houseman Lake Area is a neighborhood, part of Baldwin Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $250,000.
4 homes for sale·Median $250K·Walkability 0.9/10·Schools 3.7/10
You don't stumble into this part of Kent County by accident — you come here because you want space, quiet, and room to breathe. With massive lots averaging over two acres and the nearest neighbor often barely visible through the trees, this is where people go when they're done compromising on privacy.
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Why people love it here
9.4 acre avg lots
- 447 homes
$250K median
- 11 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Houseman Lake Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,697/mo
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11 homes sold in Houseman Lake Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$250K
11 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Nichols Lake North
2.9 mi
Expected Rent
$1,125/mo
$1,000 – $1,250 · wider-area estimate
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
Amaung Lake
+1 more
To buy a median-priced Houseman Lake Area home (around $249,900) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $45k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,683 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,683/mo | $44,887 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,937/mo | $51,664 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,023/mo | $53,942 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
4 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$12K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$48K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Lilley Township
Source: newaygocountymi.gov · 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
~$948/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,378 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Remote rural township; private wells typical.
Septic - individual
Remote rural township; individual septic typical.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.9¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Consumers Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressPropane / LP (no piped gas)
Remote rural township; propane typical.
Confirm by addressLilley Township Fire Department
Township FD at 10730 Prospect Ave, Bitely.
Services for Lilley Township · Source: newaygocountymi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Houseman Lake Area 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Nichols Lake North
2.9 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
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Living in Houseman Lake Area: the details
Is Houseman Lake Area a good place to live?
Houseman Lake Area is a strong fit if you want room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. Day to day, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Baldwin Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $250,000.
What does it cost to live in Houseman Lake Area?
The typical home in Houseman Lake Area goes for around $250,000. There are 4 homes for sale here right now and 11 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Houseman Lake Area
- What do homes cost in Houseman Lake Area?
- The median home value in Houseman Lake Area is about $249,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Houseman Lake Area housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Houseman Lake Area right now, and 11 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Houseman Lake Area?
- Houseman Lake Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
- Is Houseman Lake Area walkable?
- Houseman Lake Area scores 0.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
