Morley
Solid value in a growing area
Median $247K·Walkability 2.4/10·Schools 6.0/10
Days here move at a different pace—you're minutes from US-131 if you need to reach Big Rapids or points beyond, but the village itself centers on Morley Pond, where homes back onto water views or sit within walking distance of the public access for boating and fishing. Hardwood floors and mid-century character define many of the older cottages scattered throughout, and recent sales show steady interest in move-in-ready homes alongside fixer-uppers for those ready to strip original floors back to shine or add a bedroom downstairs. Double lots and corner properties give people room to expand or park extra vehicles and equipment—garages range from single stalls with lean-tos to sprawling 26-by-37 shops with office space tucked inside. Natural gas, well, and septic systems are already installed on most parcels, which removes a major development hurdle if you're thinking small business or just need workspace. Summer weekends draw people down to the pond, while the tree-lined streets and fenced yards keep things low-key the rest of the year.
Why people love it here
$247K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Morley
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,680/mo
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School District: Morley Stanwood Community Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Subway
Burley Park
Morley Pond
Rosy Run Trail
White Pine Trail
Edgerton Building
Crime in Morley 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 Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Morley home (around $247,450) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $44k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,668 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,668/mo | $44,482 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,920/mo | $51,197 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,005/mo | $53,454 |
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, 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
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$55K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Aetna Township
unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$905/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,442 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
No municipal collection.
Consumers Energy · ~14.0¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO / propane (LP)
Rural areas often LP/propane.
Confirm by addressArea township/volunteer fire department (county mutual aid)
Rural fire coverage via nearest township department / county mutual aid (Morley/Mecosta area).
Services for Aetna · Source: findenergy.com
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Nearest Park
Burley Park
4.0 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
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Frequently asked about Morley
- What do homes cost in Morley?
- The median home value in Morley is about $247,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Morley housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Morley right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Morley?
- Morley is served by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Morley Stanwood High School (6/10).
- Is Morley walkable?
- Morley scores 2.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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