Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area is a neighborhood, part of Muskegon Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $280,000.
14 homes for sale·Median $280K·Walkability 2.3/10·Schools 6.3/10
Ruddiman Drive curves through a leafy stretch of North Muskegon city where the neighborhood feels genuinely removed from busier roads, even though a grocery store and a handful of restaurants sit just steps away. The area spans 903 acres with solid access to what matters: Bear Lake Beach Park is a 7-minute walk, and you're never far from water or a meal. The school district is Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Grand Haven's beaches are 25 minutes away by car, making weekend trips easy—far enough to feel like an escape, close enough that you don't think twice about it.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Bear Lake within walking distance
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Bear Lake Beach Park: 9 min walk
- North Muskegon Waterfront Sports Park: 9 min walk
$280K median
- 51 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,901/mo
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51 homes sold in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Bear Lake Beach Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Bear Lake
0.0 mi
Median Sale Price
$280K
51 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Bear Lake Beach Park
0.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,725/mo
$1,600 – $1,875 · estimated range
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 7/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Great Lakes Fresh Market
Bernie O's
Hennesse's Irish Pub
Bear Lake Beach Park
Playground in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area
Muskegon Lake
Beach in Bear Lake Rd & Meadow Ln Area
Veterans Memorial Park Walkway
North Muskegon Trail
Hometown Pharmacy
Hackley Public Library
Crime in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln 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 North Muskegon.
North Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area home (around $280,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $50k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,886 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,886/mo | $50,293 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,171/mo | $57,887 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,266/mo | $60,439 |
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
2 parcels
Active / pending
Median Price
$39K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln 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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of North Muskegon
Source: northmuskegon.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
~$881/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,423 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of North Muskegon (water purchased from City of Muskegon)
City distributes water bought wholesale from City of Muskegon; tests every household
Republic Services (area hauler)
Curbside via contracted hauler; Republic serves the area
Republic Services (area hauler)
Area recycling via Republic
Services for North Muskegon · Source: northmuskegon.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln 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(9)
Great Lakes Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Grocery Store
Meijer
Grocery Store
+6 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Bernie O's
Restaurant
Restaurant
The Lake House
Restaurant
Fast Food
Mr. Quicks
Fast Food
☕ Coffee(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Giles School
Pennsylvania School
Central Elementary School
School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Waters Edge Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(3)
🚴 Trails(3)
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Jumpstart
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
📚 Libraries(2)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
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Living in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area: the details
Is Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area a good place to live?
If you're after green space nearby, Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. Day to day, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Muskegon Public Schools. Expect prices centered around $280,000.
What does it cost to live in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area?
The median home value in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area is about $280,000. There are 14 homes for sale here right now and 51 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area
- What do homes cost in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area?
- The median home value in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area is about $280,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area housing market?
- there are 14 homes for sale in Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area right now, and 51 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area?
- Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is North Muskegon High School (7/10).
- Is Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area walkable?
- Ruddiman Dr & Meadow Ln Area scores 2.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.