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Subdivision78.6 acres

Richards & Wickhams Plat

Surrounded by nature

🏙️16 mito Downtown GR
🏞️46 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 4 parks within 1 mile
  • Richards Park: 1 min walk
  • Natures Place Lake: 8 min bike
💰Home Values

$282K median

  • 6 sales in past year
🎓Schools
77

Above average schools

  • Lowell Area Schools
  • 3 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🛝Walk to a playground

This historic downtown area combines small-town character with convenient access to local amenities. Homes here feature original architectural details like pocket doors, built-ins, and spacious rooms, many with main-floor primary bedrooms perfect for single-level living. The compact 79-acre neighborhood offers modest lot sizes averaging 0.2 acres, creating a close-knit community feel.

Location is a major draw, with Richards Park directly across the street from many homes and downtown Lowell's shops, restaurants, and Riverwalk just steps away. Residents enjoy easy access to nearby amenities including local breweries and the scenic waterfront. Students attend highly-rated Lowell Area Schools with consistently strong performance. This area works best for buyers seeking historic character, walkable downtown living, and excellent schools in a well-established community setting.

Nearby Schools

7.7
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 7/10 to 9/10

School District: Lowell Area Schools

9Lowell Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 1,099 students · 19:1 · 0.0 mi
7Cherry Creek Elementary SchoolElementary · 02-05 · 468 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
7Lowell Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 771 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Richards Park

Parks Nearby

4

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Stoney Lake

0.7 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$295K

6 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

171

Median Lot Size

0.20 ac

479 sq ft – 2.8 ac

Homeowner Rate

65.48%

Principal residence

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026