Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo)
Surrounded by nature
Median $487K·Walkability 2.8/10·Schools 5.4/10
The pond views here catch light differently depending on the season—crystalline in winter, thick with green reflection come summer. This stretch of condo living sits about six miles east of US-131, close enough to Gun Lake for a weekend boat run, far enough out that the everyday pace feels unhurried. Yankee Springs Recreational Area is a short drive, good for hiking or camping if the mood strikes. A grocery store sits roughly 1.7 miles down the road; restaurants are steps away. The nearest Yankee Springs Township Park is walkable at seven minutes. Winter or spring, summer or fall—the neighborhood anchors itself around water and access, with Duck Lake less than a mile distant. Downtown Grand Rapids runs about 37 minutes if you need it; Gerald R. Ford airport is 27.5 minutes out. The homes themselves tend toward open-concept living, granite countertops, updated appliances, rec rooms downstairs—the kind of straightforward comfort that works whether you're raising kids, hosting weekends, or just settling into quieter routines. Decks and yards, stone details on the front, spaces built for entertaining without fuss. This area has the feel of people who wanted room to breathe without leaving town entirely.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Gun Lake — 1.4 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Yankee Springs Township Park: 9 min bike
- Little Payne Lake: 10 min bike
$487K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo)
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,306/mo
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See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Yankee Springs Township Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Gun Lake
1.4 mi
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Wayland Union Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Town & Country Supermarket
McDonald's
Yankee Springs Township Park
Yankee Springs Township Park Playground
Little Payne Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Chief Noonday Trail
Shortcut
Gun Lake Gym
Crime in Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) 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 Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) home (around $487,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $86k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,224 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,224/mo | $85,969 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,712/mo | $98,988 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,875/mo | $103,332 |
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.
Solar potential
~$890/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,231 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) 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)
🍕 Restaurants(4)
Fast Food
Fast Food
Tujax Tu
Restaurant
Restaurant
💪 Gyms(1)
Gun Lake Gym
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo)
- What do homes cost in Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo)?
- The median home value in Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) is about $487,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo)?
- Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) is served by Wayland Union Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Wayland High School (7/10).
- Is Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) walkable?
- Pleasant Valley Estates (Condo) scores 2.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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