Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp)
Surrounded by nature
Median $789K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 4.8/10
This 408-acre community in Kent County offers a unique blend of spaciousness and convenience for those seeking room to breathe. With a median lot size of 0.20 acres, residents enjoy more outdoor space than typical suburban developments, perfect for gardens, play areas, or simply appreciating nature from home.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Gun Lake within walking distance
- Gun Lake County Park: 8 min bike
- Round Lake: 10 min bike
$789K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
Lake facts
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Median home price in Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp)
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,355/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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8 homes sold in Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Gun Lake County Park
1.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Thornapple Kellogg School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Town & Country Supermarket
Tujax Tu
Gun Lake County Park
Playground on Patterson Rd
Round Lake
+1 more
Beach at Gun Lake
Chief Noonday Trail
Gun Lake Gym
Crime in Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) home (around $788,750) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $139k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $5,221 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $5,221/mo | $139,236 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $6,012/mo | $160,321 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $6,276/mo | $167,358 |
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.
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
~$890/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,231 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider.
Confirm by addressNo local township PD; county sheriff (city of Wayland has its own PD).
City of Wayland FD (Chief Jon Timmers) serves the township by contract/mutual aid.
Services for Wayland · Source: waytwp.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) 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(2)
🍕 Restaurants(4)
Tujax Tu
Restaurant
Fast Food
Curly Cone
Fast Food
Restaurant
💪 Gyms(1)
Gun Lake Gym
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp)
- What do homes cost in Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp)?
- The median home value in Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) is about $788,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) housing market?
- there are 7 homes for sale in Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp)?
- Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) is served by Thornapple Kellogg School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Wayland High School (7/10).
- Is Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) walkable?
- Gun Lake (Yankee Springs Twp) scores 3.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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