Coady Lake Area
Quiet lots near top schools
The quick answer
Coady Lake Area is a neighborhood, part of Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Homes here typically sell for around $163,000.
3 homes for sale·Median $163K·Walkability 2.7/10·Schools 6.0/10
Out here, your morning commute stretches nearly an hour to downtown, which means most folks are either working remotely, running their own operations, or don't mind the drive—the trade-off is land and space that you simply won't find closer in. Lot sizes average 16 acres, so your nearest neighbor isn't watching your backyard; you've got woodlines, room for a proper workshop or garage, and the kind of setback that rural living promises. A few properties back up to Horseshoe Lake or pull views from it, and Cowden Lake sits right at the edge for public access if you want it. The homes themselves range from serious fixer-uppers (corner lots with bones, basements ready for work) to recently updated places with new roofs, kitchens, and electrical systems—the kind of turnkey builds that balance cosmetic appeal with the land itself. What actually matters is the acreage: three- and four-bedroom houses that sit on 1 to 4 acres, with detached garages, long driveways, and yards big enough to justify the isolation, are the real draw.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Winfield Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Cowden Lake Public Access: 7 min bike
- Cowden Lake: 8 min bike
5.2 acre avg lots
- 237 homes
Lakeview Elementary School
- Elementary — 6.3 mi away
- Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
- 3 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Coady Lake Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,103/mo
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4 homes sold in Coady Lake Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Cowden Lake Public Access
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Winfield Lake
0.2 mi
Median Sale Price
$163K
4 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Cowden Lake Public Access
0.7 mi
Expected Rent
$1,125/mo
$1,000 – $1,275 · wider-area estimate
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 9/10
School District: Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Cowden Lake Public Access
Playground on S County Line Rd
Cowden Lake
+1 more
Crime in Coady Lake 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 Coady Lake Area home (around $162,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $29k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,095 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,095/mo | $29,188 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,260/mo | $33,595 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,315/mo | $35,076 |
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.
Solar potential
~$893/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 Coady Lake 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.
🏫 Schools(1)
Gaffield School
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
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Living in Coady Lake Area: the details
Is Coady Lake Area a good place to live?
If you're after room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby, Coady Lake Area 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 neighborhood is part of Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Expect prices centered around $163,000.
What does it cost to live in Coady Lake Area?
The median home value in Coady Lake Area is about $163,000. There are 3 homes for sale here right now and 4 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Coady Lake Area
- What do homes cost in Coady Lake Area?
- The median home value in Coady Lake Area is about $162,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Coady Lake Area housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Coady Lake Area right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Coady Lake Area?
- Coady Lake Area is served by Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakeview Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Coady Lake Area walkable?
- Coady Lake Area scores 2.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
