Misty Ridge
Strong schools draw families here
Median $337K·Walkability 5.8/10·Schools 6.8/10
Early evening in this area shows off what makes it work—the cul-de-sacs and tree-lined courts come alive when decks fill up and garages open for projects, and that's when you notice the newer construction tucked alongside the established homes. The subdivision sits close enough to restaurants that you're never far from dinner (a few steps to the nearest spot), and Lions Spring Park is practically next door for a quick walk with the dog or kids. Seven parks within a mile give you options, and Gerald R. Ford Airport is about twenty minutes away if you need it. Homes here tend toward open floorplans and solid upgrades—granite counters, walkout basements, three-car garages meant for real storage or workshop space. It's the kind of place where the deck becomes an extension of the house, and the neighborhood reads as settled without feeling old.
Why people love it here
Lee Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.6 mi away
- Thornapple Kellogg
- 4 rated schools in district
$337K median
- 2 recent sales
Walkable for daily errands
- Red's Sports Bar and Grill: 5 min walk
- 5 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in Misty Ridge
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,288/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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Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Thornapple Kellogg School District
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Red's Sports Bar and Grill
+1 more
Champs Bar
Lions Spring Park
+1 more
Playground on Patterson Rd
Hardwood Lake
Fishing Beach
Stimson Road
Middleville Bark Park
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Gymnastics In Motion
Middleville Village Library
Crime in Misty Ridge 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Misty Ridge home (around $337,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,231 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,231/mo | $59,490 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,569/mo | $68,499 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,681/mo | $71,505 |
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.
Solar potential
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,362 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Misty Ridge 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Lions Spring Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Three Brothers Pizza
Restaurant
Red's Sports Bar and Grill
Restaurant
Faro's Italian Pizza
Restaurant
Riverdog Tavern
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(1)
Champs Bar
Bar
🏫 Schools(6)
School
School
Thornapple Kellogg Early Childhood Center
School
+1 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Gymnastics In Motion
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Middleville Bark Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
📚 Libraries(1)
Middleville Village Library
Frequently asked about Misty Ridge
- What do homes cost in Misty Ridge?
- The median home value in Misty Ridge is about $337,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Misty Ridge housing market?
- no homes are listed in Misty Ridge right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Misty Ridge?
- Misty Ridge is served by Thornapple Kellogg School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lee Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Misty Ridge walkable?
- Misty Ridge scores 5.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.