Kalamazoo Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $930K·Walkability 6.9/10·Schools 7.0/10
This peaceful 590-acre community offers exceptional privacy with generous lot sizes averaging 1.78 acres, giving residents plenty of space to spread out and enjoy rural living. The area features a mix of historic farmhouses and waterfront properties, with some homes offering scenic Kalamazoo River views and beautifully landscaped grounds. Properties here often include unique features like guest cottages, terraced yards leading to the water, and spacious outdoor entertaining areas perfect for gathering with family and friends.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Kalamazoo Lake within walking distance
- 73 parks within 1 mile
- Beery Field: 2 min walk
- Blue Star Trail: 4 min walk
Very walkable
- Respite Cappuccino Court: 0 min walk
- 16 places within a 10 min walk
Saugatuck High School
- High — 0.8 mi away
- Saugatuck
- 3 rated schools in district
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
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Median home price in Kalamazoo Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,314/mo
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9 homes sold in Kalamazoo Lake this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Saugatuck Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Veterans Walk Park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
73
within 1 mile
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Lake Vista SuperValu
Happystance
Respite Cappuccino Court
+1 more
The Main
+1 more
Beery Field
Playground in Dudleyville Plat
+1 more
Kalamazoo Lake
+1 more
Douglas Beach
64th Street
Dog Park in Dudleyville Plat Area
Blue Star Trail
Blue Star Gym
Saugatuck Douglas District Library
Crime in Kalamazoo 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Kalamazoo Lake home (around $930,000) at today's 6.55% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $166k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $6,215 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $6,215/mo | $165,735 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $7,155/mo | $190,792 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $7,470/mo | $199,187 |
Estimates use a 6.55% 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
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$375K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
City of the Village of Douglas
Source: douglasmi.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
~$897/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,546 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged hauler
Confirm hauler with city.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Regional electric provider.
Confirm by addressServices for Douglas · Source: douglasmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Kalamazoo 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(1)
Lake Vista SuperValu
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Back Alley Pizza Joint
Restaurant
Happystance
Fast Food
Alley’s Pizza
Restaurant
Alley Pizza
Restaurant
the Kirby
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(9)
School
Saugatuck High School
School
Macks Landing School
+4 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Blue Star Gym
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
Dog Park in Dudleyville Plat Area
Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(3)
📚 Libraries(1)
Saugatuck Douglas District Library
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Frequently asked about Kalamazoo Lake
- What do homes cost in Kalamazoo Lake?
- The median home value in Kalamazoo Lake is about $930,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Kalamazoo Lake housing market?
- no homes are listed in Kalamazoo Lake right now, and 9 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Kalamazoo Lake?
- Kalamazoo Lake is served by Saugatuck Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Saugatuck High School (8/10).
- Is Kalamazoo Lake walkable?
- Kalamazoo Lake scores 6.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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