Marquette
Solid value in a growing area
6 homes for sale·Median $206K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 2.8/10
So here's what you're dealing with out here: you've got the kind of neighborhood where people actually stay put—one homeowner we know about held onto their place for nearly three decades—and the bones of the community reflect that kind of stability. You'll find modest three- and four-bedroom homes, many with hardwood floors and fireplaces, mixed in with newer construction that doesn't apologize for its finishes; the new builds around here feature open concepts and granite countertops without the cookie-cutter vibe. The area sits in Muskegon city, east side, close enough to highways and colleges that convenience isn't negotiable, yet removed enough that it still feels residential. Within a mile you've got access to twenty parks, including Sheldon Playground just under a mile down the road, which counts for something when you're thinking about outdoor space. The drive to Grand Haven's beach runs about twenty minutes if you're craving water access, and downtown Grand Rapids sits roughly fifty minutes inland, so weekend trips aren't a production. Homes here tend toward double lots and detached garages—the kind of practical setup that lets you actually do things without fighting for space. It's the sort of place where fresh paint and minor updates matter because the bones are solid, and where people aren't buying into a story; they're buying into a street.
Why people love it here
$206K median
- 29 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 4 min bike
- Sheldon Playground: 9 min bike
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Median home price in Marquette
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,398/mo
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29 homes sold in Marquette this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthNearest Park
Sheldon Playground
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
ALDI
KFC
Biggby Coffee
Hennesse's Irish Pub
Sheldon Playground
Unnamed playground
Bear Lake
Unnamed beach
Veterans Memorial Park Walkway
Unnamed bike_path
Walgreens
Hackley Public Library
Getty Drive-In
Crime in Marquette 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.
Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Marquette home (around $206,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $37k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,370 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,370/mo | $36,538 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,577/mo | $42,066 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,647/mo | $43,915 |
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.
Who actually lends in Marquette, 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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Muskegon
Source: muskegon-mi.gov · 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
~$890/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,490 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City operates water filtration/distribution; wholesales to neighboring communities
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City sewage collection; treatment via Muskegon County wastewater system
Services for Muskegon · Source: muskegon-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Marquette 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(11)
Aldi
Grocery Store
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Grocery Store
Great Lakes Fresh Market
Grocery Store
+8 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Fast Food
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Muskegon Middle School
School
Our Redeemer School
Froehel School
+24 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Cycleway from Amity Ave to Lawrence Ave
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
Frequently asked about Marquette
- What do homes cost in Marquette?
- The median home value in Marquette is about $206,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Marquette housing market?
- there are 6 homes for sale in Marquette right now, and 29 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Marquette?
- Marquette is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is Muskegon High School (4/10).
- Is Marquette walkable?
- Marquette scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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