Lakeside
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Lakeside is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of Muskegon Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $230,000.
21 homes for sale·Median $230K·Walkability 4.5/10·Schools 3.0/10
Sitting just inland from the Muskegon shoreline, this neighborhood spreads across quiet, tree-lined streets with a mix of Cape Cods and single-family homes on spacious lots—the kind of place where backyards tend to be fenced and garages tend to be double-wide. Downtown Muskegon's shops and restaurants are a short drive away, and Grand Haven's beaches are about twenty-three minutes south if you're craving sand and water. Most homes here have been lovingly maintained or recently updated: you'll see new roofs, remodeled kitchens, hardwood floors, and the kind of thoughtful upgrades that suggest longtime owners who care about where they live. Basements are a standard feature, many finished with workshop space or bar areas, and the neighborhood's character really comes through in the details—enclosed porches for summer evenings, decks both front and back, screen porches, the kinds of features that make outdoor living feel like an extension of home. Schools in the area serve the community, and Seyferth Playground sits just a seven-minute walk away, with more than twenty parks within a mile—most of the leisure infrastructure you'd need without ever feeling far from home. Muskegon Lake is just 1.1 miles away, offering waterfront charm and easy access to the water.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Muskegon Lake — 1.1 mi
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Seyferth Playground: 8 min walk
- Lakeshore Trail: 8 min walk
$230K median
- 72 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Lakeside
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,561/mo
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72 homes sold in Lakeside this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Gordon Food Service
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Lott on the Lakeshore
The Coffee Factory
Marine Tap Room
Seyferth Playground
Unnamed playground
Ruddiman Lagoon
Harbour Towne Beach
Lakeshore Trail
Waters Edge Fitness
Mercy Heath Pharmacy Glenside
Hackley Public Library
Jumpstart
Getty Drive-In
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Crime in Lakeside 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 Muskegon.
Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Lakeside home (around $230,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $41k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,550 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,550/mo | $41,345 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,784/mo | $47,586 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,863/mo | $49,685 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$218K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$200K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Lakeside, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Muskegon
Source: muskegon-mi.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
~$884/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,450 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City operates water filtration/distribution; wholesales to neighboring communities
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City sewage collection; treatment via Muskegon County wastewater system
Services for Muskegon · Source: muskegon-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Lakeside 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(7)
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🍕 Restaurants(5)
☕ Coffee(7)
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🍺 Bars(5)
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🏫 Schools(30)
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💪 Gyms(1)
Waters Edge Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(3)
💊 Pharmacies(6)
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👶 Childcare(1)
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Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
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Living in Lakeside: the details
Is Lakeside a good place to live?
Lakeside is a strong fit if you want green space nearby — here is what the data shows. Day to day, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of Muskegon Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $230,000.
What does it cost to live in Lakeside?
The typical home in Lakeside goes for around $230,000. There are 21 homes for sale here right now and 72 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Lakeside
- What do homes cost in Lakeside?
- The median home value in Lakeside is about $230,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lakeside housing market?
- there are 21 homes for sale in Lakeside right now, and 72 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lakeside?
- Lakeside is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is Muskegon High School (4/10).
- Is Lakeside walkable?
- Lakeside scores 4.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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