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Mill Lake

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 $141K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 3.7/10

🏙️55 mito Downtown GR(~1h 50m drive)
🏞️51 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 42m drive)

This quiet residential area in Kent County offers a distinctly rural feel with generous lot sizes averaging over an acre, providing residents with plenty of space and privacy. The 77-acre community maintains a peaceful, low-density character that appeals to those seeking room to breathe while staying connected to Grand Rapids amenities.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Mill Lake within walking distance
  • Mill Lake: 4 min walk
  • Bitely Lake: 8 min walk
💰Home Values

$141K median

  • Assessor estimate
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Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size17acres
Homes on lake4parcels
No-wakeFish: Largemouth Bass, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch, Bluegill…
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median home price in Mill Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$954/mo

$
$28,105
20%
%
Principal & Interest $72976%
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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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.

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Unnamed park

2.4 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

3.7
/10 avg
Below average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 3/10 to 4/10

School District: Baldwin Community Schools

4Baldwin Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 224 students · 12:1 · 9.8 mi
4Baldwin Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 119 students · 10:1 · 9.8 mi
3Baldwin Junior High SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 99 students · 10:1 · 9.8 mi

Walkability

3.0

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
3.0
🚌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
Easy walk

Mill Lake

4 minwalk· 2 min bike· <1 min drive
Bitely Lake
8 minwalk
Mowby Lake
10 minwalk
Isaac Lake
10 minwalk

+1 more

🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

North Country National Scenic Trail

14 mindrive

Local Government · area-wide

Lilley Township

231-745-4741Website

Source: newaygocountymi.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

~$955/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,421 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Remote rural township; private wells typical.

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

Remote rural township; individual septic typical.

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler

Residents arrange private trash haulers.

Electricvaries by address

Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.9¢/kWh

Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Consumers Energy. Confirm by address.

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Natural Gasvaries by address

Propane / LP (no piped gas)

Remote rural township; propane typical.

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Policeunconfirmed

Newaygo County Sheriff

No local PD; county sheriff.

Fire

Lilley Township Fire Department

Township FD at 10730 Prospect Ave, Bitely.

Services for Lilley Township · Source: newaygocountymi.gov

Utility, solar, and service details for Mill 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.

🍕 Restaurants(1)

The Cottage on 37

Restaurant

4.3 mimap

🍺 Bars(1)

Woody's Bar & Grill

Bar

2.5 mimap

🌳 Parks(3)

Park

2.4 mimap

Unnamed park

2.4 mimap

Nichols Lake North

2.9 mimap
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Frequently asked about Mill Lake

What do homes cost in Mill Lake?
The median home value in Mill Lake is about $140,525. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
What schools serve Mill Lake?
Mill Lake is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
Is Mill Lake walkable?
Mill 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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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Mill Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$954/mo

$
$28,105
20%
%
Principal & Interest $72976%
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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