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Middle Lake (Merrill Twp)

Surrounded by nature

Published by Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate · data computed by Atlas · reviewed under Jon Hazeltine, Broker Associate (MI #6502432782)
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Median $270K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 4.0/10

🏡Top 17% lot size
🏙️51 mito Downtown GR(~1h 41m drive)
🏞️48 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 36m drive)

This peaceful 106-acre lake in Newaygo County offers a serene retreat just outside the Grand Rapids metro area. Properties around Middle Lake feature generous lot sizes averaging nearly three-quarters of an acre, providing plenty of space for outdoor enjoyment and privacy between homes. The lake's manageable size creates an intimate community feel where neighbors often know each other, while still offering excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and swimming.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Middle Lake within walking distance
  • Middle Lake: 12 min walk
  • Richmond Lake: 5 min drive
💰Home Values

$270K median

  • Assessor estimate
🏞️

Lake facts

OpenStreetMap
Homes on lake4parcels

Depth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.

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Median home price in Middle Lake (Merrill Twp)

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,834/mo

$
$54,040
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,40276%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

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Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Unnamed park

2.8 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

4.0
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 3/10 to 5/10

School District: White Cloud Public Schools

5White Cloud Elementary SchoolElementary · K-05 · 414 students · 17:1 · 9.3 mi
4White Cloud High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 294 students · 24:1 · 9.6 mi
3White Cloud Junior High SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 227 students · 16:1 · 9.6 mi

Walkability

2.0

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
2.0
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

🏞️Lakes & Water
Walkable

Middle Lake

12 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Richmond Lake
5 mindrive
Moonbeam Lake
6 mindrive
Indian Lake
10 mindrive

+1 more

🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Birchgrove Trail

8 mindrive
White Cloud ORV Loop
12 mindrive

Local Government · area-wide

Merrill Township

Website

Source: merrilltownship.com · 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

~$901/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,306 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Rural township; individual private wells

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

No municipal sewer; individual septic

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler (Republic Services)

No municipal collection; residents contract haulers

Electricvaries by address

Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh

Member-owned coop serves rural Newaygo; Consumers Energy in pockets

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Natural Gasvaries by address

No piped natural gas (propane/LP)

Deep-rural; typically propane, no piped gas

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Police

Newaygo County Sheriff

Sheriff is primary law enforcement for county townships

Fireunconfirmed

Area fire department (via Newaygo County 911)

Rural fire coverage dispatched through county

Services for Merrill Township · Source: merrilltownship.com

Utility, solar, and service details for Middle Lake (Merrill Twp) 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.

🍕 Restaurants(1)

The Cottage on 37

Restaurant

0.6 mimap

🍺 Bars(1)

Woody's Bar & Grill

Bar

3.7 mimap

🌳 Parks(5)

Park

2.8 mimap

Unnamed park

2.8 mimap

Park

4.6 mimap

+2 more within 5 miles

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Frequently asked about Middle Lake (Merrill Twp)

What do homes cost in Middle Lake (Merrill Twp)?
The median home value in Middle Lake (Merrill Twp) is about $270,200. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
What schools serve Middle Lake (Merrill Twp)?
Middle Lake (Merrill Twp) is served by White Cloud Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is White Cloud Elementary School (5/10).
Is Middle Lake (Merrill Twp) walkable?
Middle Lake (Merrill Twp) scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Middle Lake (Merrill Twp)

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,834/mo

$
$54,040
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,40276%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

Get Pre-Approved with Guild Mortgage
Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

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