Woodbury Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Woodbury Area is a neighborhood, part of Lakewood Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $353,000.
4 homes for sale·Median $353K·Walkability 1.0/10·Schools 6.0/10
What makes this stretch special is how much acreage you're working with—average lots run over 11 acres, so you're looking at real space and breathing room between homes. Jordan Lake dominates the local story; the recent sales here read like a parade of waterfront cottages and lake-access properties, with everything from fishermen's getups stocked with bass and pike to renovated 2-bedroom retreats with decks overlooking the water. Spring Lake sits right here too, adding another layer of all-sports recreation. You're about 40 minutes from Gerald R. Ford Airport, and while the area has that rural, land-heavy character, you're never far from what you need—grocery stores and restaurants are within a quick drive or short walk, and Herald E Classic Park sits adjacent to the neighborhood. Seven restaurants cluster within a mile, so it's not remote in the way some country acreage can feel; there's just enough civilization nearby without the density.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Jordan Lake within walking distance
- Herald E Classic Park: 11 min bike
- Park on Runyon Dr: 10 min bike
$353K median
- 13 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Woodbury Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,396/mo
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13 homes sold in Woodbury Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Herald E Classic Park
1.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Jordan Lake
0.0 mi
Median Sale Price
$353K
13 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Herald E Classic Park
1.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,200/mo
$1,100 – $1,275 · estimated range
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Lakewood Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Carls
McDonald's
+1 more
Fourth Avenue Inn & Bistro
Herald E Classic Park
+1 more
Playground on Runyon Dr
Jordan Lake
+1 more
Beach in Vedder Rd & M 50 Area
Lake Odessa Library
Crime in Woodbury 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Woodbury Area home (around $352,950) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $63k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,377 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,377/mo | $63,397 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,736/mo | $72,968 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,857/mo | $76,185 |
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.
Who actually lends in Woodbury Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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.
Solar potential
~$874/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,420 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Woodbury 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(1)
Carls
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Restaurant
Chee Peng Chinese
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
☕ Coffee(1)
🏫 Schools(3)
📚 Libraries(1)
Lake Odessa Library
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Living in Woodbury Area: the details
Is Woodbury Area a good place to live?
Woodbury Area suits buyers looking for 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 Lakewood Public Schools. The going price is around $353,000.
What does it cost to live in Woodbury Area?
Homes in Woodbury Area sell for a median of about $353,000. There are 4 homes for sale here right now and 13 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Woodbury Area
- What do homes cost in Woodbury Area?
- The median home value in Woodbury Area is about $352,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Woodbury Area housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Woodbury Area right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Woodbury Area?
- Woodbury Area is served by Lakewood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakewood High School (7/10).
- Is Woodbury Area walkable?
- Woodbury Area scores 1.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.