Laketown
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Laketown is a township, part of Saugatuck Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $545,000.
24 homes for sale·Median $545K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 5.2/10
You know when the sun's just starting to drop in the afternoon and the light hits the farmland just right? That's when this township really shows itself — rolling acres, rural stretches broken up by actual walkable spots where you can grab coffee in four minutes or hit a restaurant without getting in the car. There's a grocery store ten minutes on foot, and if you're craving dinner, there are half a dozen places within a mile, some literally steps from wherever you land. A transit stop sits right there too, which is the kind of thing you don't expect to find this far out.
Why people love it here
$87K median household income
- $545K median · 80 sales in last 12mo
Near the water
- Lake Macatawa — 1.1 mi
- Huyser Farm Township Park: 12 min walk
- Beeline Trail: 6 min bike
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Median home price in Laketown
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,703/mo
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80 homes sold in Laketown this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Income
$87K
Household
Median Sale · Houses
$600K
52 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$431K
28 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,550/mo
$1,425 – $1,675 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Huyser Farm Township Park
1.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lake Macatawa
1.1 mi
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 9/10
School District: Saugatuck Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Central Park Market
Burger King
Biggby Coffee
Spectator's Bar And Grille
Huyser Farm Township Park
+1 more
Virginia Park Playground
Goshorn Lake
Beach on Vandermeulen Rd
+1 more
Harrington Avenue
Tails n' Trails Dog Park
Beeline Trail
Kollen Park Launch
Blue Star Gym
Myrtle North of 32nd
Walgreens
Saugatuck Douglas District Library
Sperry's Moviehouse
Most of Laketown is policed by the Allegan County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (433 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (129 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.001% of the population, roughly 1 in 100,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 433 |
| Burglary | 129 |
| Aggravated assault | 78 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 58 |
| Rape | 9 |
| Arson | 7 |
| Robbery | 5 |
| Homicide | 1 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Allegan County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Allegan County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Laketown alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Laketown home (around $545,450) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $88k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,298 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Laketown household earns $86,839 — about $1,119 below what the median home requires, which is why many local buyers look below $545,450 or put more down. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $538,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,298/mo | $87,958 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,853/mo | $102,759 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,040/mo | $107,736 |
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 and median property taxes, 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
12 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$50K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$212K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Laketown, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
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.
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
~$885/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,452 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Holland BPW (served areas) / Private well
Holland BPW serves part of township; wells elsewhere.
Septic - individual / township sewer (served areas)
Septic common; sewer in some served areas.
Resident-arranged hauler
Republic/Waste Management common in area.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Consumers Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressSaugatuck Township Fire District / Graafschap Fire
Fire coverage from area district; confirm.
Source: hollandbpw.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Laketown 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.
Median Income
$87K
Home Value (Census)
$348K
Expected Rent
$1,550/mo
$1,425 – $1,675 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(5)
Grocery Store
Family Fare
Grocery Store
Down the Hatch Party Store
Grocery Store
+2 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Restaurant
Repp's Landing
Restaurant
Dune Dogz & Treats
Restaurant
windmill
Restaurant
Beachplace at Holland Park Cafe
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(8)
Café
Albert K's Lakeside Cafe
Café
Kin Coffee and Craft House
Café
+5 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(23)
+18 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Blue Star Gym
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(3)
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
Park Township Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(5)
Beeline Trail
Bike Path
Harringtons Add No 4 Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
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Living in Laketown: the details
Is Laketown a good place to live?
If you're after green space nearby, Laketown is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This township is part of Saugatuck Public Schools. Expect prices centered around $545,000.
What does it cost to live in Laketown?
Homes range from around $431,000 for condos to $600,000 for single-family houses. That spread reflects the mix of housing here rather than a single going rate. There are 24 homes for sale here right now and 80 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Laketown
- What do homes cost in Laketown?
- The median home value in Laketown is about $545,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Laketown housing market?
- there are 24 homes for sale in Laketown right now, and 80 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Laketown?
- Laketown is served by Saugatuck Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is West (9/10).
- Is Laketown walkable?
- Laketown scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
