Minkler Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $395K·Walkability 3.5/10·Schools 5.2/10
This 348-acre lake in Allegan County offers waterfront living with generous lot sizes averaging about a third of an acre. The larger parcels provide space for outdoor activities and privacy while maintaining the intimate feel of a lake community. Residents enjoy direct water access for boating, fishing, and swimming, with the peaceful setting creating an ideal retreat from urban life.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Minkler Lake within walking distance
- Minkler Lake: 2 min walk
- Base Line Lake: 8 min drive
$395K median
- 1 recent sale
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
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Median home price in Minkler Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,682/mo
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. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Baseline Lake Public Access
1.4 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 7/10
School District: Allegan Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Baseline Lake Public Access
Minkler Lake
Crime in Minkler 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Minkler Lake home (around $395,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $70k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,615 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,615/mo | $69,728 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,011/mo | $80,288 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,143/mo | $83,812 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
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
~$872/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,358 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Gun Plain Grange / area fire department
Fire coverage via area department (GPGFD referenced for burn permits).
Services for Trowbridge · Source: trowbridgetownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Minkler 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(3)
☕ Coffee(1)
Biggby Coffee
Café
🏫 Schools(16)
Foster School
Harper School
Clifford School
Hicks School
Ross School
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
Baseline Lake Public Access
Sheffer Lake Public Access
Pike Lake Public Access
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
Frequently asked about Minkler Lake
- What do homes cost in Minkler Lake?
- The median home value in Minkler Lake is about $395,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Minkler Lake housing market?
- no homes are listed in Minkler Lake right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Minkler Lake?
- Minkler Lake is served by Allegan Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Allegan Online K8 (7/10).
- Is Minkler Lake walkable?
- Minkler Lake scores 3.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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