Montague
Space and nature
The quick answer
Montague is a township, part of Montague Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $338,000.
7 homes for sale·Median $338K·Walkability 1.2/10·Schools 5.3/10
So you've got a lot of land to work with out here — we're talking about 8-acre lots that actually feel spacious, not cramped. There's a coffee shop basically at your doorstep and a grocery within a quick walk, which is nice when you don't want to overthink the errands; if you're hungry, there are 17 restaurants within a mile, so you've got some range depending on what you're craving. The median home value hovers around $400K, and you're served by Montague Area Public Schools. The whole township spans over 12,000 acres, which gives you a real sense of breathing room — you get that rural character without feeling totally cut off from things. Clear Springs Nature Preserve is about a 13-minute walk if you want to get outside, and when the beach mood strikes, Grand Haven is roughly 38 minutes away, which is solid for a weekend trip. It's the kind of place where you can have actual property and still grab coffee or dinner without making a whole production of it.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- White Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail: 7 min drive
- Ellenwood Park & Weathervane: 8 min drive
8.2 acre avg lots
- 406 homes
$88K median household income
- $338K median · 12 sales in last 12mo
Explore Montague
Same name, different focus — Montague is also covered as:
- Montague City — city details
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Median home price in Montague
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,291/mo
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12 homes sold in Montague this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Clear Springs Nature Preserve
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
White Lake
0.0 mi
Median Income
$88K
Household
Median Sale Price
$338K
12 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,000/mo
$875 – $1,100 · estimated range
Parcels
406
331 residential
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 6/10
School District: Montague Area Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Montague Foods
Papa's Pizza
Cafe 31
Big Cat Daddy Walleye Bar & Grill
Ellenwood Park & Weathervane
+1 more
Playground in Stanton Blvd & Dowling St Area
White Lake
Fruitvale Road
Dog Park in Peterson Rd & Lasley St Area
Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail
Montague Library
Northstar Cinema
Most of Montague is policed by the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (274 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (80 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.002% of the population, roughly 1 in 50,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 274 |
| Burglary | 80 |
| Aggravated assault | 45 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 35 |
| Rape | 22 |
| Arson | 7 |
| Homicide | 2 |
| Robbery | 2 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Muskegon County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Montague alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Montague home (around $337,500) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $55k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,056 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Montague household earns $88,088 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $565,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,056/mo | $54,817 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,399/mo | $63,976 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,515/mo | $67,055 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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 and median property taxes, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
6 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$11K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$47K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Montague, 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.
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
~$917/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,414 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual private wells
Septic - individual
No municipal sewer; individual septic
Resident-arranged hauler (Republic/Arrowaste area)
Residents contract their own hauler
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressRegional gas IOU where available; rural may use propane
Confirm by addressMontague Fire District Authority
Authority serves City of Montague, Montague Twp, White River Twp
Source: montaguetownship.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Montague 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.
Median Income
$88K
Home Value (Census)
$204K
Expected Rent
$1,000/mo
$875 – $1,100 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(2)
Montague Foods
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Papa's Pizza
Restaurant
Dog-N-Suds
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Chen's Chinese & Thai
Restaurant
☕ Coffee(3)
🍺 Bars(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(10)
School
School
White Lake Community Center
+5 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
America's Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Peterson Rd & Lasley St Area
Dog Park
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Living in Montague: the details
Is Montague a good place to live?
If you're after room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby, Montague is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This township is part of Montague Area Public Schools. Expect prices centered around $338,000.
What does it cost to live in Montague?
The typical home in Montague goes for around $338,000. There are 7 homes for sale here right now and 12 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Montague
- What do homes cost in Montague?
- The median home value in Montague is about $337,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Montague housing market?
- there are 7 homes for sale in Montague right now, and 12 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Montague?
- Montague is served by Montague Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Montague High School (6/10).
- Is Montague walkable?
- Montague scores 1.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
