N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area
Strong schools draw families here
Median $329K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 7.3/10
This stretch sits just inland from Lake Michigan—close enough that a drive to the water takes under two minutes, far enough that you're not hearing foghorns at dawn. The neighborhood clusters around solid residential blocks with good road access, and you're steps away from restaurants when hunger strikes; there are 33 within a mile if you're feeling indecisive. A coffee shop is under a mile down the road for the mornings when you'd rather not brew at home.
Why people love it here
Ludington High School
- High — 0.8 mi away
- Ludington Area
- 3 rated schools in district
$329K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,234/mo
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3 homes sold in N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 8/10
School District: Ludington Area School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Hopkins Lake
Crime in N Nelson Rd & W Johnson 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 Mason County.
Mason County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area home (around $329,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $58k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,188 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,188/mo | $58,354 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,519/mo | $67,184 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,630/mo | $70,136 |
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
~$894/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,253 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for N Nelson Rd & W Johnson 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ludington School Forest Trails
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Road Crew Galley
Fast Food
Roast'd
Fast Food
Lakeside Wiener Wagon
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(3)
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area
- What do homes cost in N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area?
- The median home value in N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area is about $329,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area?
- N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area is served by Ludington Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Ludington High School (8/10).
- Is N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area walkable?
- N Nelson Rd & W Johnson Rd Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.