Little Black Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $700·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 6.0/10
This expansive 517-acre community in Kent County stands out for its remarkably intimate residential character, with compact lots averaging just 0.02 acres that create a neighborhood atmosphere. The area features a mix of resident types and contributes to community stability.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Little Black Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Black Lake Park: 5 min walk
- Little Black Lake: 10 min bike
$700 median
- Assessor estimate
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Little Black Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Black Lake Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Leppinks
The Arboreal Inn
Black Lake Park
Little Black Lake
+1 more
Beach in Randall Rd & Sunnyridge St Area
Segment 1 to 2
Shoreline Landing Dog Park
North Shore Estates Sub Area Trail
Mill Point Park Launch
Rec Room
Cinema Carousel
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Crime in Little Black 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 Muskegon County.
Muskegon County crime & safety stats →Local Government · area-wide
City of Norton Shores
Source: nortonshores.org · 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 ~6,447 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Norton Shores Water & Sewer Division
City water distribution (sourced from City of Muskegon supply)
Republic Services (area hauler)
Curbside via contracted hauler; Republic serves the area
Republic Services (area hauler)
Area recycling via Republic
Municipal fire/EMS; also covers Roosevelt Park by contract; 3 stations
Services for Norton Shores · Source: nortonshores.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Little Black 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(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
The Arboreal Inn
Restaurant
G&L Chili Dogs
Restaurant
Red Robin
Restaurant
Fast Food
Rock n Thai Cafe
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
Stan's Bar
Bar
12 Corners Vineyards - Grand Haven Tasting Rooom
Bar
Lucy's
Restaurant
+11 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
Faith School
Fruitport Middle School
School
Edgewood Elementary School
School
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Shoreline Landing Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in South Holiday Hills Area
Dog Park
Coast Guard Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(5)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+2 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(4)
Spring Lake District Library
Fruitport District Library
Loutit District Library
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(7)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
232 | Muskegon - Shell Recharge
EV Charging
Meijer Stores 232 Fruitport - Chargepoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
EV Charging
+2 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Little Black Lake
- What do homes cost in Little Black Lake?
- The median home value in Little Black Lake is about $700. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Little Black Lake?
- Little Black Lake is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Little Black Lake walkable?
- Little Black Lake scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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