GUN LAKE RD Area
Surrounded by nature
1 home for sale·Median $231K·Walkability 1.8/10·Schools 6.2/10
The moment you turn onto this stretch of Barry County, the road opens up—wide lots carved from rolling woodland, state forest across the way, and the kind of quiet that comes from genuine distance rather than just fewer people. Properties here average around 30 acres, so you're looking at serious land for gardens, workshops, hobby farms, or simply the space to breathe; many homes sit with pole barns already in place, ready for whatever project calls to you. A restaurant and coffee shop are just minutes away, and groceries at 1.1 miles, so you're not cut off from essentials, but the day-to-day feel is decidedly rural—wooded acreage, fruit trees, wildlife sightings, and the kind of setting where hiking and boating matter more than walking to shops. The Ronald H. Warner Sanctuary sits right here too, and Yankee Springs Recreation Area—with its trails and water access—anchors the outdoor identity of the whole stretch. Gerald R. Ford Airport is about 40 minutes south, which gives you the option without the noise. Homes tend toward updated farmhouses and ranch-style builds on substantial acreage, the kind of place where a two-stall garage or workshop isn't a luxury—it's expected.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Twin Lakes — 1.1 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Ronald H. Warner Sanctuary: 7 min bike
- Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary: 8 min drive
$231K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in GUN LAKE RD Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,565/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ronald H. Warner Sanctuary
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Twin Lakes
1.1 mi
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Ronald H. Warner Sanctuary
Otis Lake
North Country Trail
Crime in GUN LAKE RD Area 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced GUN LAKE RD Area home (around $230,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $41k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,533 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,533/mo | $40,883 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,765/mo | $47,069 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,843/mo | $49,138 |
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.
Who actually lends in GUN LAKE RD Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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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.
Solar potential
~$903/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,319 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for GUN LAKE RD 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.
🛒 Grocery(3)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Yankee Bill's Wood-Fired Saloon
Restaurant
Fast Food
San Marcos
Restaurant
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(8)
Yeckley School
Brush Ridge School
Tanner School
Chidester School
+3 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
🚴 Trails(4)
Deep Lake Trail
Bike Path
Shortcut
Bike Path
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
Frequently asked about GUN LAKE RD Area
- What do homes cost in GUN LAKE RD Area?
- The median home value in GUN LAKE RD Area is about $230,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the GUN LAKE RD Area housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in GUN LAKE RD Area right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve GUN LAKE RD Area?
- GUN LAKE RD Area is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Central Elementary School (7/10).
- Is GUN LAKE RD Area walkable?
- GUN LAKE RD Area scores 1.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.