Ryerson Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $358K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 5.8/10
This lakefront community sits on 774 acres surrounding Ryerson Lake, one of West Michigan's premier all-sports lakes located just 40 minutes from Grand Rapids in Kent County. Properties here offer generous lot sizes averaging a quarter-acre, providing plenty of space and privacy for residents who value waterfront living without sacrificing convenience to urban amenities.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Ryerson Lake within walking distance
- Ryerson Lake: 0 min walk
- Little Lake: 3 min walk
Fremont High School
- High — 4.8 mi away
- Fremont
- 4 rated schools in district
$358K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
Lake facts
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Median home price in Ryerson Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,427/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Foster Park
3.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Fremont Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Ryerson Lake
+1 more
Crime in Ryerson Lake 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Ryerson Lake home (around $357,500) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $63k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,367 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,367/mo | $63,108 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,725/mo | $72,665 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,845/mo | $75,855 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Sherman Township (Newaygo County)
unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$906/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,338 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual private wells
Septic - individual
No municipal sewer; individual septic
Resident-arranged private hauler (Republic Services)
No municipal collection; residents contract haulers
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Coop rate book lists Sherman Twp in its Newaygo territory
Confirm by addressNo piped natural gas (propane/LP)
Deep-rural; typically propane
Confirm by addressArea fire department (via Newaygo County 911)
Rural fire coverage dispatched through county
Services for Sherman · Source: newaygocountymi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Ryerson Lake 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.
🍕 Restaurants(4)
Elsie's Ice Cream
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
River Banks Nutrition
Fast Food
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(13)
Root Town School
Kimball Lake School
Newaygo County Vocational School
Butler School
Waters School
+8 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
Foster Park
Redeemer Lutheran Christ Clearing Trail and Playground
Arboretum Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(1)
Town and Country Path
Bike Path
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(2)
Newaygo Area District Library
Frequently asked about Ryerson Lake
- What do homes cost in Ryerson Lake?
- The median home value in Ryerson Lake is about $357,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Ryerson Lake housing market?
- no homes are listed in Ryerson Lake right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Ryerson Lake?
- Ryerson Lake is served by Fremont Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Fremont High School (8/10).
- Is Ryerson Lake walkable?
- Ryerson Lake scores 3.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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