Nims
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Nims is a neighborhood, part of Muskegon Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $206,000.
57 homes for sale·Median $206K·Walkability 3.8/10·Schools 2.8/10
The thing that sticks with you about this area is the water—Muskegon Lake spreads out nearby, and you're close enough to feel it shape the rhythm of life here. Homes sit on quiet streets with views across the water, and the neighborhood has the kind of settled character that comes from real people making real updates: new roofs, fresh kitchens, main-floor laundry, modern windows that let in light without losing the original bones of the houses. You're talking about spacious homes with decks, basements, and garages—places where someone has already done the work of making them livable right now. The lake is less than a mile away, and Heritage Landing is a short walk, so there's green space and water access woven into the everyday.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Muskegon Lake — 0.6 mi
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Lakeshore Trail: 9 min walk
- Heritage Landing: 7 min bike
$206K median
- 37 sales in last 12mo
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Nims
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,398/mo
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37 homes sold in Nims this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
+1 more
Fricano's
The Coffee Factory
Tippsy Toad
Heritage Landing
Unnamed playground
Ruddiman Lagoon
Veterans Memorial Park Walkway
Lakeshore Trail
Waters Edge Fitness
Walgreens
Hackley Public Library
Jumpstart
Getty Drive-In
Crime in Nims 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 Muskegon.
Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Nims home (around $206,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $37k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,389 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,389/mo | $37,031 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,598/mo | $42,621 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,669/mo | $44,500 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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
19 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$756K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$179K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
3 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$280K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$140K
Median
Who actually lends in Nims, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Muskegon
Source: muskegon-mi.gov · 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
~$899/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,560 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City operates water filtration/distribution; wholesales to neighboring communities
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City sewage collection; treatment via Muskegon County wastewater system
Services for Muskegon · Source: muskegon-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Nims 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(11)
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
+8 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Fricano's
Restaurant
House of China
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
El Tepatio
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Catholic Central High School
School
School
Craig School
Saint Michaels
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Waters Edge Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Jumpstart
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
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Living in Nims: the details
Is Nims a good place to live?
Nims suits buyers looking for green space nearby — 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 Muskegon Public Schools. The going price is around $206,000.
What does it cost to live in Nims?
The median home value in Nims is about $206,000. There are 57 homes for sale here right now and 37 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Nims
- What do homes cost in Nims?
- The median home value in Nims is about $206,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Nims housing market?
- there are 57 homes for sale in Nims right now, and 37 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Nims?
- Nims is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is Muskegon High School (4/10).
- Is Nims walkable?
- Nims scores 3.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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