Lure Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $377K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 4.7/10
You'll want to bring your dock shoes and a fishing rod—this is a waterfront-first kind of place. The lake itself is small and private, no-wake, with good fishing and enough wildlife to remind you why you're out here instead of anywhere else. Homes cluster tight to the shoreline, most with their own aluminum docks, screened-in dock rooms, and enough deck space for the ritual summer gathering—grills going, kids in the water, boats and kayaks tied up nearby. Recent builds lean into renovation: new roofs, modern HVAC, heated garages that double as gathering spots. About a mile from town means you get natural gas, high-speed internet, and a restaurant within a nine-minute walk, but you're still properly removed—nearly three acres on some parcels, quiet enough that the loudest thing most mornings is a loon. Downtown Grand Rapids is just under two hours south if you need the city; Pretty Lake Boating Access is a two-minute walk if you want to explore beyond your own backyard.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Lake Lure within walking distance
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Lure Lake: 2 min walk
- Tiff Lake: 19 min drive
$377K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
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Median home price in Lure Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,562/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Riverside Park West
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 6/10
School District: Evart Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Lure Lake
Crime in Lure 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 Osceola County.
Osceola County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Lure Lake home (around $377,450) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,511 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,511/mo | $66,947 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,890/mo | $77,077 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,017/mo | $80,465 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
Solar potential
~$882/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,281 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Lure 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.
Frequently asked about Lure Lake
- What do homes cost in Lure Lake?
- The median home value in Lure Lake is about $377,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lure Lake housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Lure Lake right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lure Lake?
- Lure Lake is served by Evart Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Evart Middle School (6/10).
- Is Lure Lake walkable?
- Lure Lake scores 3.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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