Hess Lake Area
Space and nature
The quick answer
Hess Lake Area is a neighborhood, part of Newaygo Public School District. Homes here typically sell for around $326,000.
15 homes for sale·Median $326K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 5.0/10
There's a real sense of space and breathing room when you drive through Outaway Dr Area—the lots average over 10 acres, so you get that land-rich feeling without the total isolation. You're still close enough to grab groceries, coffee, or dinner within steps, and there are 35 restaurants within a mile if you want options. The High Rollway Thornapple Boating Access Site sits just over a mile away for water access. It's part of Brooks township, about 57 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. The Newaygo Public School District serves the area. What makes it work is that combination—land and acreage that actually feels generous, paired with the convenience of nearby shopping and food, so you're not trading one for the other.
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Why people love it here
8.6 acre avg lots
- 973 homes
Lake life
- Brooks Lake within walking distance
- Park in Baldwin Park No.1 Area: 3 min drive
- Newaygo Prarie Sanctuary: 6 min drive
$326K median
- 40 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Hess Lake Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,213/mo
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40 homes sold in Hess Lake Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$326K
40 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
High Rollway - Thornapple Boating Access Site
1.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,300/mo
$1,200 – $1,425 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
High Rollway - Thornapple Boating Access Site
1.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Brooks Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
School District: Newaygo Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Leppinks Food Centers
Riverstop Cafe
Sportsman's Bar
Park in Baldwin Park No.1 Area
Playground in Village Of Newaygo
John Ford Lake
Beach in Olds Manor Area
Access Trail
Unnamed bike path
Newaygo Area District Library
To buy a median-priced Hess Lake Area home (around $326,000) at today's 6.71% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,206 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,206/mo | $58,832 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,539/mo | $67,708 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,651/mo | $70,697 |
Estimates use a 6.71% 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
9 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$15K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$70K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Hess Lake Area, 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
Brooks Township
Source: brookstownshipmi.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
~$930/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,507 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical outside any utility district.
Chain of Lakes Area Utility Authority (COLA)
Brooks is a constituent of COLA, which provides sewer to the area (5546 S Evergreen, Newaygo).
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressNewaygo Fire District covers all of Brooks Twp, ~60% of Garfield Twp, and City of Newaygo (~56 sq mi).
Services for Brooks Township · Source: brookstownshipmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Hess Lake 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(2)
Grocery Store
Leppinks Food Centers
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(5)
School
School
Salem School
Oak Grove School
🚴 Trails(4)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Cycleway loop off Centerline Ct
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Newaygo Area District Library
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Living in Hess Lake Area: the details
Is Hess Lake Area a good place to live?
Hess Lake Area suits buyers looking for room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Newaygo Public School District. Expect prices centered around $326,000.
What does it cost to live in Hess Lake Area?
The typical home in Hess Lake Area goes for around $326,000. There are 15 homes for sale here right now and 40 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Hess Lake Area
- What do homes cost in Hess Lake Area?
- The median home value in Hess Lake Area is about $326,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Hess Lake Area housing market?
- there are 15 homes for sale in Hess Lake Area right now, and 40 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Hess Lake Area?
- Hess Lake Area is served by Newaygo Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Newaygo Middle School (5/10).
- Is Hess Lake Area walkable?
- Hess Lake Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
