Pigeon Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $1.9M·Walkability 1.7/10·Schools 6.0/10
This distinctive 316-acre community stands out with its generous lot sizes, where residents enjoy an average of 0.21 acres of space to call their own. The area offers a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, creating a diverse neighborhood atmosphere in Kent County. With ample room to breathe and space for outdoor activities, the substantial lots provide opportunities for gardens, recreation, and the kind of privacy that's increasingly rare in urban areas.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Pigeon Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Windsnest Park: 11 min bike
- Windsnest Park Beach: 8 min drive
Grand Haven High School
- High — 7.5 mi away
- Grand Haven Area
- 4 rated schools in district
$1.9M median
- 1 recent sale
Lake facts
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Median home price in Pigeon Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$12,729/mo
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. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Windsnest Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Windsnest Park
Pigeon Lake
Windsnest Park Beach
Pigeon Lake Launch
Crime in Pigeon Lake 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Pigeon Lake home (around $1,875,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $331k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $12,412 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $12,412/mo | $330,989 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $14,292/mo | $381,112 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $14,919/mo | $397,841 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Local Government · area-wide
Port Sheldon Township
Source: portsheldontwp.org · 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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,395 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well (limited township water in Tradewinds/The Corners via Ottawa County Road Commission)
Mostly private wells; Ottawa County Road Commission Public Utilities serves Tradewinds and The Corners developments.
Septic - individual (limited sewer in Tradewinds/The Corners via Ottawa County Road Commission)
Mostly individual septic; OCRC serves select developments.
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressServices for Port Sheldon · Source: portsheldontwp.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Pigeon 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(6)
Beach House Pizza
Restaurant
Port Sheldon Party Store
Restaurant
La Cenaduria de Maria
Restaurant
Stanton Junction Marathon
Restaurant
Dining Hall
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(3)
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Lakeshore Trail
Bike Path
Lakeshore Trail
Bike Path
Port Sheldon Street Area Trail
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
Frequently asked about Pigeon Lake
- What do homes cost in Pigeon Lake?
- The median home value in Pigeon Lake is about $1,875,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Pigeon Lake housing market?
- no homes are listed in Pigeon Lake right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Pigeon Lake?
- Pigeon Lake is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Pigeon Lake walkable?
- Pigeon Lake scores 1.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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