Little South River Acres
Solid value in a growing area
Median $240K·Schools 3.7/10
The Little South Branch of the Pere Marquette River runs right through here, and most of what matters about this stretch comes down to that—94 to 1,000 feet of frontage on a blue-ribbon trout stream, depending on which lot you're looking at. Homes sit on wooded acreage, typically an acre or more, with covered decks and fenced yards built for the kind of quiet that comes from being genuinely out there rather than blocked in by trees. A few places have been here for years, maintained and solid; others are older cottages or projects waiting for someone to put sweat into them. Lake Michigan sits just a tenth of a mile away, and an unnamed park is right next door. This is the kind of place where snowmobiles and off-road vehicles make sense, where people want river access for fishing rather than subdivision amenities, and where "up north property" isn't a weekend escape—it's where you actually live.
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Why people love it here
$240K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in Little South River Acres
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,629/mo
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Median Sale Price
$240K
Based on 3yr sales
Expected Rent
$1,075/mo
$950 – $1,200 · estimated range
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 4/10
School District: Baldwin Community Schools
To buy a median-priced Little South River Acres home (around $240,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $43k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,617 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,617/mo | $43,109 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,861/mo | $49,617 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,943/mo | $51,805 |
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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Weavers Landing River Access Site
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
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Frequently asked about Little South River Acres
- What do homes cost in Little South River Acres?
- The median home value in Little South River Acres is about $240,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Little South River Acres?
- Little South River Acres is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).