Orono Area
Room to spread out, great value
The quick answer
Orono Area is a neighborhood, part of Reed City Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $325,000.
6 homes for sale·Median $325K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 6.0/10
Out here, Lake Michigan sits at the very edge—practically at your property line—making water access a defining feature for those with land along the shoreline. The area spans nearly 23,000 acres of rolling terrain where acreage matters; most parcels run well over 17 acres, the kind of spread that lets you breathe, build a pole barn, stock a pond, or simply disappear into your own corner of things. You'll find ranch homes and contemporary builds scattered across the landscape, many with updated exteriors and solid bones, and the neighborhood's draw isn't density but distance—space between you and the next mailbox. A restaurant lands about a mile down the road whenever you need to venture out; the coffee shop is a short drive at 2.3 miles. This is land-first country where a half-acre lot would feel cramped, where a three-car garage and multiple outbuildings are practical, not luxurious, and where the quiet comes from acreage, not zoning laws.
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Why people love it here
15.0 acre avg lots
- 1,290 homes
$325K median
- 11 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Orono Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,206/mo
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11 homes sold in Orono Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$325K
11 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
4.1 mi
Expected Rent
$975/mo
$875 – $1,100 · wider-area estimate
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Reed City Area Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Crime in Orono 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 Osceola County.
Osceola County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Orono Area home (around $325,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $58k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,189 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,189/mo | $58,376 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,520/mo | $67,190 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,631/mo | $70,152 |
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
5 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$19K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$60K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Orono Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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.
Solar potential
~$893/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,249 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Orono 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
4.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(5)
🍺 Bars(1)
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
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Living in Orono Area: the details
Is Orono Area a good place to live?
Orono Area is a strong fit if you want room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Reed City Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $325,000.
What does it cost to live in Orono Area?
The median home value in Orono Area is about $325,000. There are 6 homes for sale here right now and 11 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Orono Area
- What do homes cost in Orono Area?
- The median home value in Orono Area is about $325,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Orono Area housing market?
- there are 6 homes for sale in Orono Area right now, and 11 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Orono Area?
- Orono Area is served by Reed City Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is GT Norman Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Orono Area walkable?
- Orono Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.