Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area
Quiet lots near top schools
The quick answer
Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area is a neighborhood, part of Rockford Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $470,000.
25 homes for sale·Median $470K·Walkability 2.4/10·Schools 6.8/10
Out here, your morning commute to downtown Grand Rapids takes about half an hour, which means you've got real separation from the city without actually being stranded—you can be anywhere with a short drive. The neighborhood sits on sprawling lots averaging nearly two acres, so houses breathe here: ranch-style homes with room to move around them, wooded acres where neighbors aren't stacked on top of each other, and the kind of land that lets you actually see sky. Little Myers Lake sits just half a mile away, and the broader area surrounds several lakes including Myers Lake itself, giving the whole stretch a water-oriented feel even if you're not directly on it. Rockford Public Schools serves the area. When you need groceries or dinner, convenience isn't a problem—restaurants and a grocery store are basically a short walk from most addresses, and there are dozens of dining options within a mile. The White Pine Trail and Rogue River access connect you to Courtland township's broader trail system for running and biking, so outdoor activity is woven into the daily rhythm here. You're getting the rural feel with the practicality of actual amenities nearby—that particular balance takes some work to find.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Myers Lake within walking distance
- 6 parks within 1 mile
- Little Myers Lake: 12 min walk
- Myers Lake Park: 14 min walk
1.9 acre avg lots
- 272 homes
Split school district
- Elementary — 4.3 mi away
- Rockford (67%) · Cedar Springs (33%)
- ⚠️ District depends on address
- 5 rated schools in district
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,191/mo
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83 homes sold in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Myers Lake Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Myers Lake
0.0 mi
Median Sale Price
$470K
83 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Myers Lake Park
0.5 mi
Expected Rent
$1,325/mo
$1,175 – $1,475 · estimated range
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Ric's Food Center
North Kent Golf Course Inc.
+1 more
Starbucks Coffee Company
Cinco De Mayo
+1 more
Myers Lake Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Little Myers Lake
+1 more
MYERS LAKE COUNTY PARK Beach
Scenic Overlook
dog_park
Green Trail
Rogue River Launch (A-41-102)
MVP Fitness
Krause Memorial Library
Northstar Cinema
Crime in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area home (around $470,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $84k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,166 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,166/mo | $84,421 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,644/mo | $97,167 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,804/mo | $101,451 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
8 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$47K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$267K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area, 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.
Local Government · area-wide
Courtland Township
Source: courtlandtwpmi.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
~$879/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,413 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
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Pockets may be Great Lakes Energy cooperative.
Confirm by addressServices for Courtland Township · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area 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.
🛒 Grocery(4)
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Ric's Food Center
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
North Kent Golf Course Inc.
Restaurant
Nuvu Fuels
Restaurant
Fatzo's Pizza
Restaurant
Arena's Pizza
Restaurant
Jody's
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(6)
Blessed Virgin School
East Rockford Middle School
School
Parkside Elementary
School
Valley View School
+1 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(3)
Fitness Center on Unnamed
Fitness Center
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
📚 Libraries(1)
Krause Memorial Library
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Living in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area: the details
Is Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area a good place to live?
Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area suits buyers looking for room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. Day to day, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Rockford Public Schools. The going price is around $470,000.
What does it cost to live in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area?
The median home value in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area is about $470,000. There are 25 homes for sale here right now and 83 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area
- What do homes cost in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area?
- The median home value in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area is about $470,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area housing market?
- there are 25 homes for sale in Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area right now, and 83 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area?
- Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakes Elementary School (10/10).
- Is Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area walkable?
- Myers Lake Ave & 12 Mile Rd Area scores 2.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
