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Nichols Lake

Surrounded by nature

Published by Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate · data computed by Atlas · reviewed under Jon Hazeltine, Broker Associate (MI #6502432782)
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Median $448K·Walkability 2.4/10·Schools 3.7/10

🏙️54 mito Downtown GR(~1h 48m drive)
🏞️49 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 37m drive)

This intimate 86-acre community in Kent County offers residents generous lot sizes averaging nearly half an acre, providing plenty of space for outdoor activities and privacy between homes. The expansive properties create a semi-rural atmosphere while maintaining convenient access to Grand Rapids amenities and employment centers.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Nichols Lake within walking distance
  • 4 parks within 1 mile
  • Nichols Lake: 8 min walk
  • Walkup Lake: 9 min bike
💰Home Values

$448K median

  • Assessor estimate
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Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size153acres
Homes on lake23parcels
Max depth50feet
Avg depth24feet
Fish: Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Green Sunfish…
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median home price in Nichols Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,044/mo

$
$89,670
20%
%
Principal & Interest $2,32676%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

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Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Nichols Lake North

0.5 mi

Parks Nearby

4

within 1 mile

3.7
/10 avg
Below average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 3/10 to 4/10

School District: Baldwin Community Schools

4Baldwin Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 224 students · 12:1 · 11.4 mi
4Baldwin Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 119 students · 10:1 · 11.5 mi
3Baldwin Junior High SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 99 students · 10:1 · 11.5 mi

Walkability

2.4

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
2.4
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

🏞️Lakes & Water
Bikeable

Walkup Lake

9 minbike· 24 min walk· 5 min drive
Triple Lakes
9 mindrive
Greening Lake
12 mindrive
Leaf Lake
10 mindrive

Local Government · area-wide

Merrill Township

Website

Source: merrilltownship.com · unconfirmed

Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.

Solar potential

~$920/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,437 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Rural township; individual private wells

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

No municipal sewer; individual septic

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler (Republic Services)

No municipal collection; residents contract haulers

Electricvaries by address

Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh

Member-owned coop serves rural Newaygo; Consumers Energy in pockets

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Natural Gasvaries by address

No piped natural gas (propane/LP)

Deep-rural; typically propane, no piped gas

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Police

Newaygo County Sheriff

Sheriff is primary law enforcement for county townships

Fireunconfirmed

Area fire department (via Newaygo County 911)

Rural fire coverage dispatched through county

Services for Merrill Township · Source: merrilltownship.com

Utility, solar, and service details for Nichols Lake 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(1)

The Cottage on 37

Restaurant

5.0 mimap

🍺 Bars(1)

Woody's Bar & Grill

Bar

1.8 mimap

🏫 Schools(1)

North School

4.9 mimap

🌳 Parks(6)

Nichols Lake North

0.5 mimap

Park

2.7 mimap

Unnamed park

2.7 mimap

+3 more within 5 miles

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Frequently asked about Nichols Lake

What do homes cost in Nichols Lake?
The median home value in Nichols Lake is about $448,350. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
How active is the Nichols Lake housing market?
there is 1 home for sale in Nichols Lake right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
What schools serve Nichols Lake?
Nichols Lake is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
Is Nichols Lake walkable?
Nichols Lake scores 2.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Nichols Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,044/mo

$
$89,670
20%
%
Principal & Interest $2,32676%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

Get Pre-Approved with Guild Mortgage
Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

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