Lake Area1410.2 acres

Hess Lake

Median $455K·Walk Score 3.5/10

“Surrounded by nature”

🏙️30 mito Downtown GR
🏞️32 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Top 22% walkability💰Top 14% home values
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🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Camp Lake within walking distance
  • 1 park within 1 mile
  • Hess Lake: 0 min walk
  • Hess Lake Boating Access Site: 11 min bike
💰Home Values

$455K median

  • 8 sales in last 12mo
🏡Space & Property

18,125 sq ft avg lots

  • 383 homes
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Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size764acres
Homes on lake364parcels
Max depth29feet
Avg depth13feet
Public accessPublic beachBoat launchFish: Black Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch…

This lakefront community spans 1,410 acres in Kent County, offering residents a peaceful retreat with generous lot sizes averaging just over a quarter-acre. The area centers around lake living, with many properties featuring walkout designs that take advantage of the natural topography and water views. Residents enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where homes serve as year-round residences, seasonal retreats, or weekend getaways.

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Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Hess Lake Boating Access Site

0.0 mi

Parks Nearby

1

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Camp Lake

0.1 mi

8 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

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