John Ford Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $254K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 4.7/10
This 314-acre lake in Newaygo County offers a retreat just outside the Grand Rapids metro area. The waterfront properties feature generous lot sizes averaging three-quarters of an acre, providing plenty of space for outdoor activities and privacy between homes. The lake's substantial size creates opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports throughout the warmer months.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- John Ford Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- John Ford Lake: 13 min walk
- Beach in Olds Manor Area: 6 min bike
$254K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
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Median home price in John Ford Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,724/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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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Foster Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 5/10
School District: Newaygo Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Leppinks Food Centers
Riverstop Cafe
Sportsman's Bar
Foster Park
+1 more
Playground in Village Of Newaygo
John Ford Lake
+1 more
Beach in Olds Manor Area
LP3
Unnamed bike_path
Newaygo Area District Library
Crime in John Ford Lake 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced John Ford Lake home (around $254,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $45k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,681 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,681/mo | $44,838 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,936/mo | $51,628 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,021/mo | $53,894 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$20K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$77K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Brooks Township
Source: brookstownshipmi.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
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,359 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical outside any utility district.
Chain of Lakes Area Utility Authority (COLA)
Brooks is a constituent of COLA, which provides sewer to the area (5546 S Evergreen, Newaygo).
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressNewaygo Fire District covers all of Brooks Twp, ~60% of Garfield Twp, and City of Newaygo (~56 sq mi).
Services for Brooks · Source: brookstownshipmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for John Ford Lake 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)
Leppinks Food Centers
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(8)
River Banks Nutrition
Fast Food
Fast Food
Fast Food
Fast Food
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(7)
Kimball Lake School
School
School
Garfield Center School
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Cycleway loop off Centerline Ct
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Newaygo Area District Library
Frequently asked about John Ford Lake
- What do homes cost in John Ford Lake?
- The median home value in John Ford Lake is about $254,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve John Ford Lake?
- John Ford Lake is served by Newaygo Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Newaygo Elementary School (5/10).
- Is John Ford Lake walkable?
- John Ford Lake scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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