N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area
Surrounded by nature
Median $472K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 5.0/10
You'll want to know upfront that this is a quiet stretch defined by wooded acreage and water access—the kind of place where a 10-acre parcel with mature trees isn't considered excessive. Homes out here tend toward custom builds on substantial lots, with recent renovations often bringing updated kitchens, main-floor layouts, and the kind of storage that comes from houses designed to accommodate both living space and hobbies; gas fireplaces, finished basements with kitchenettes, and multi-stall garages show up often in what sells. Little Whitefish Lake is just 0.3 miles away, and Cordes Lake is right here, so water's genuinely part of daily life rather than a selling point you drive toward. The area sits roughly 30 minutes south of downtown Grand Rapids, close enough for commerce but far enough that highway access and natural gas infrastructure matter more than city amenities. Dining and shopping aren't clustered; you're managing errands by car, but the trade is genuine land, sightlines, and the kind of quiet that comes when your neighbors aren't measured in density.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Little Whitefish Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Little Bass Lake: 7 min walk
- Newcomb Lake: 9 min walk
$472K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,203/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Little Whitefish Lake Public Access
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Little Whitefish Lake
0.3 mi
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Tri County Area Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Sticks-N-Stones Market
Little Whitefish Lake Public Access
Little Bass Lake
+1 more
Fisk Knob Northeast
White Pine Trail
Crime in N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr 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 Montcalm County.
Montcalm County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area home (around $471,750) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $84k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,138 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,138/mo | $83,673 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,613/mo | $96,334 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,771/mo | $100,567 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
Solar potential
~$919/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,430 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr 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.
🍕 Restaurants(4)
Restaurant
Restaurant
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Restaurant
☕ Coffee(3)
🏫 Schools(9)
School
Little Whitefish School
School
Big Whitefish School
Kinney School
+4 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Edgerton Building
Daycare
📚 Libraries(1)
Frequently asked about N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area
- What do homes cost in N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area?
- The median home value in N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area is about $471,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area?
- N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Tri County Senior High School (6/10).
- Is N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area walkable?
- N Bass Lake Rd & W Wood Lake Dr Area scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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