S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area
Solid value in a growing area
Median $192K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 5.5/10
Driving through this stretch of rural West Michigan means mile-long sight lines, acreage that actually breathes, and the kind of road that doesn't rush you anywhere. Properties sit on substantial land—15 acres isn't unusual here—with creeks, ponds, and tree cover that makes each address feel genuinely separated from the next. Turn-of-the-century homes with original hardwood floors and craftsman details dot the area, many recently refreshed with new mechanicals and updated finishes. You're looking at genuine countryside: groomed trails, fruit trees, the occasional deer blind, and enough quiet to actually hear yourself think.
Why people love it here
$192K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,303/mo
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Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Carson City-Crystal Area Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Carson City Village Market
The Rusty Nail
West Park
Unnamed playground
Muskrat Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Carson City Public Library
Crystal Box Office Theater
Crime in S Sloan Rd & S Butternut 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 Montcalm County.
Montcalm County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area home (around $191,950) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $34k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,277 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,277/mo | $34,046 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,470/mo | $39,197 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,534/mo | $40,920 |
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.
Solar potential
~$867/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,365 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for S Sloan Rd & S Butternut 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
West Park
4.0 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(2)
Grocery Store
Blanchard's Thriftway
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
The Rusty Nail
Restaurant
Fast Food
Eagle's Nest
Restaurant
Restaurant
Main Street Pizza
Restaurant
☕ Coffee(1)
Muffin Top Bakery and Deli
Café
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park on Vernier Rd
Dog Park
🏥 Hospitals(1)
📚 Libraries(1)
Carson City Public Library
Frequently asked about S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area
- What do homes cost in S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area?
- The median home value in S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area is about $191,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area?
- S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area is served by Carson City-Crystal Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Carson City Elementary School (7/10).
- Is S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area walkable?
- S Sloan Rd & S Butternut Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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