South Lakewood Area
Space and nature
The quick answer
South Lakewood Area is a neighborhood, part of Reeths-Puffer Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $295,000.
18 homes for sale·Median $295K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 6.0/10
This area sits on 14,591 acres—which is to say, there's actual space here—and the nearest restaurant happens to be within walking distance, which either means you've found an outlier or the data gods have smiled. You're zoned for Reeths-Puffer Schools. The grocery store is a mile away, coffee is a bit farther at 3.1 miles, but Padley Park is close enough at 1.6 miles if you need to stretch your legs without leaving the neighborhood.
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Why people love it here
1.4 acre avg lots
- 328 homes
Lake life
- West Lake within walking distance
- Beach in Riley Thompson Rd & Ironwood St Area: 11 min drive
- Beach in Whitehall Rd & Riley Thompson Rd Area: 9 min drive
$295K median
- 90 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in South Lakewood Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,002/mo
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90 homes sold in South Lakewood Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$295K
90 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Padley Park
1.6 mi
Expected Rent
$1,775/mo
$1,550 – $1,975 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Padley Park
1.6 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
West Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Reeths-Puffer Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Effin Bar & Grille
Beach in Riley Thompson Rd & Ironwood St Area
Mid Pond Connector
Dog Star Ranch
Crime in South Lakewood Area 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 County.
Muskegon County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced South Lakewood Area home (around $294,950) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $53k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,987 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,987/mo | $52,979 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,287/mo | $60,977 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,387/mo | $63,666 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
4 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$11K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$33K
Per listing
Who actually lends in South Lakewood 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.
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
~$897/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,545 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Private well (municipal water in some areas via Muskegon County DPW)
Largely private wells; some developed areas on county water
Septic - individual
Mostly individual septic; limited county sewer in developed zones
Resident-arranged hauler (Republic/Arrowaste area)
Residents contract their own hauler
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Dalton Township · Source: daltonmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for South Lakewood 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(1)
Meijer
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Overboard Inn
Restaurant
Full Moon Diner and Saloon
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
Fast Food
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(8)
School
Gordon School
Anderson School
Dalson School
McMillan School
+3 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(3)
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Star Ranch
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(6)
Fred Meijer Berry Junction Trail
Bike Path
McMillan Trail
Bike Path
Fred Meijer Berry Junction Trail
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
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Living in South Lakewood Area: the details
Is South Lakewood Area a good place to live?
South Lakewood 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 Reeths-Puffer Schools. The going price is around $295,000.
What does it cost to live in South Lakewood Area?
Homes in South Lakewood Area sell for a median of about $295,000. There are 18 homes for sale here right now and 90 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about South Lakewood Area
- What do homes cost in South Lakewood Area?
- The median home value in South Lakewood Area is about $294,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the South Lakewood Area housing market?
- there are 18 homes for sale in South Lakewood Area right now, and 90 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve South Lakewood Area?
- South Lakewood Area is served by Reeths-Puffer Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Twin Lake School (6/10).
- Is South Lakewood Area walkable?
- South Lakewood Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
