N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area
Solid value in a growing area
4 homes for sale·Median $199K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 3.7/10
Out here, you're surrounded by hundreds of acres of federal forest—the kind of expanse that makes a property feel genuinely remote without cutting you off entirely. A coffee shop sits less than two miles away, which means morning runs are manageable, and Lake Michigan is just a third of a mile beyond your property line, though the listings here focus more on woods and privacy than waterfront living. Most homes are cabins and retreats built for getaways: detached garages double as game rooms, metal roofs weather the seasons, furnishings often stay behind for the next owner, and three-season porches extend the year. The ORV trails nearby draw those who want easy access to riding right from their driveway. Dining requires a short drive—about three miles—but the real draw is the land itself: wooded parcels, quiet, space to breathe, and the Manistee National Forest as your backyard. This is where people come to unplug, whether for a weekend or a full-time escape into the North.
Why people love it here
$199K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,351/mo
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See what your home is worthBased on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 4/10
School District: Baldwin Community Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Wolf Lake
Little Manistee Motorcycle Trail
Crime in N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 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 Lake County.
Lake County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area home (around $199,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $35k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,324 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,324/mo | $35,296 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,524/mo | $40,637 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,591/mo | $42,423 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
4 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$7K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$66K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$912/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,379 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 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
Sauble Township Community Gardens
5.6 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
☕ Coffee(1)
Sweetfern Cafe & Emporium, Inc
Café
Frequently asked about N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area
- What do homes cost in N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area?
- The median home value in N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area is about $199,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area?
- N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Senior High School (4/10).
- Is N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area walkable?
- N Peacock Trl & Federal Forest Road 5196 Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.