Stanwood Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Stanwood Area is a neighborhood, part of Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $383,000.
Median $383K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 4.7/10
Head out past the tree line where Johnson Road meets 10 Mile Road, and you'll find yourself on the quieter side of things—bigger lots, room to breathe, the kind of stretch where a detached garage or workshop isn't a luxury but a given. Homes here tend toward ranch-style, single-story layouts with spacious yards and the kind of setup that works whether you're starting out or settling in for the long haul; many have that fresh-renovated feel, newer roofs and updated mechanics. The nearest grocery is about 3.5 miles out, and a restaurant runs closer to 2.6 miles, so you're trading walkability for land and space. What makes this corner genuinely worth the drive: you're less than a mile from Horseshoe Lake, and Rogers Dam Pond Public Access sits just about a mile away, meaning water and outdoor access are right there without feeling crowded or developed.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Rogers Dam Pond — 0.8 mi
- White Pine Trail: 5 min walk
- Rogers Dam Pond Public Access: 12 min drive
$383K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Stanwood Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,597/mo
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See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rogers Dam Pond Public Access
1.9 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Rogers Dam Pond
0.8 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Morley Stanwood Community Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Davis Bridge Park
Rogers Dam Pond
The Dragon Trail - Segment #5
White Pine Trail
Crime in Stanwood 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 Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Stanwood Area home (around $382,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $69k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,576 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,576/mo | $68,704 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,965/mo | $79,077 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,096/mo | $82,564 |
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
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$6K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$260K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$901/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,419 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Stanwood 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.
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Living in Stanwood Area: the details
Is Stanwood Area a good place to live?
If you're after green space nearby, Stanwood Area is worth a close look — 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 Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Expect prices centered around $383,000.
What does it cost to live in Stanwood Area?
The median home value in Stanwood Area is about $383,000. 3 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Stanwood Area
- What do homes cost in Stanwood Area?
- The median home value in Stanwood Area is about $382,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Stanwood Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in Stanwood Area right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Stanwood Area?
- Stanwood Area is served by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Morley Stanwood High School (6/10).
- Is Stanwood Area walkable?
- Stanwood Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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