Robinson
Surrounded by nature
Median $408K·Walkability 2.8/10·Schools 4.0/10
Out here, wooded acreage and quiet roads define the landscape—most homes sit on several acres with trees as neighbors, offering the kind of space that feels generous without demanding a long commute. The area lies within Robinson township, where contemporary builds share the terrain with ranch-style homes on cleared parcels, many featuring decks that open onto forest views. You'll find pole barns and storage outbuildings tucked into the property lines, reflecting a practical sensibility about land use. Downtown Grand Rapids is roughly 15 minutes away by car, close enough that you're not isolated but far enough that the pace slows considerably. Newly updated furnaces, fresh roofing, and thoughtful renovations appear across listings—signs of owners who've invested time in these places. Water views, wood-burning fireplaces, and open floor plans show up often too, suggesting homes designed for both entertaining and the quieter pleasures of looking out at your own slice of land.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Connor Bayou — 1.7 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Robinson Township Park: 6 min walk
- South Loop (Section 2): 6 min drive
$408K median
- 19 sales in last 12mo
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Robinson
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,770/mo
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19 homes sold in Robinson this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthNearest Park
Robinson Township Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Connor Bayou
1.7 mi
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Yellow Jacket Junction Pizza & Subs
Embassy Bar & Grill
Robinson Township Park
Unnamed playground
Connor Bayou
Unnamed beach
Bass River Equestrian Trail
South Loop (Section 2)
Robinson - Grand River Launch
Grand Haven 9
Crime in Robinson 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 Robinson home (around $408,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $72k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,714 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,714/mo | $72,366 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,124/mo | $83,316 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,262/mo | $86,977 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$36K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$515K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Robinson, 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
Robinson Township
Source: robinsontwpmi.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
~$923/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,457 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Law enforcement via Ottawa County Sheriff (616-738-4000).
Services for Robinson · Source: robinsontwpmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Robinson 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)
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Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Yellow Jacket Junction Pizza & Subs
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
Oaklea Party Store
Restaurant
Pigeon Café
Fast Food
Wesco
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(1)
Embassy Bar & Grill
Bar
🏫 Schools(3)
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
South Loop (Section 2)
Bike Path
Idema Explorers Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(5)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+2 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Robinson
- What do homes cost in Robinson?
- The median home value in Robinson is about $408,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Robinson housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Robinson right now, and 19 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Robinson?
- Robinson is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Robinson walkable?
- Robinson 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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