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Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)

Surrounded by nature

Published by Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate · data computed by Atlas · reviewed under Jon Hazeltine, Broker Associate (MI #6502432782)
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Median $469K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 5.7/10

🏙️28 mito Downtown GR(~56 min drive)
🏞️24 mito Lake Michigan(~49 min drive)

This peaceful lakeside community spans 341 acres in Kent County, offering residents a tranquil retreat centered around Little Sand Lake. Properties here feature generous lot sizes averaging about a quarter-acre, with some lucky homeowners enjoying direct lake frontage and stunning sunset views. The area provides a perfect blend of natural beauty and privacy, where you can enjoy water activities right from your backyard or simply relax while taking in the serene lake scenery.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Sand Lake within walking distance
  • Sand Lake: 1 min walk
  • Bridgeton Township Park: 6 min drive
💰Home Values

$469K median

  • 2 recent sales
🏞️

Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size60acres
Homes on lake81parcels
Max depth15feet
Avg depth8feet
Fish: Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Green Sunfish…
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median home price in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,181/mo

$
$93,700
20%
%
Principal & Interest $2,43176%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

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Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

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. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Bridgeton Township Park

2.0 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

5.7
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 5/10 to 6/10

School District: Grant Public School District

6Grant Elementary SchoolElementary · 02-04 · 347 students · 17:1 · 5.3 mi
6Grant Middle SchoolMiddle · 05-08 · 467 students · 15:1 · 5.6 mi
5Grant High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 520 students · 22:1 · 5.5 mi

Walkability

3.0

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
3.0
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

7 Mile Inn

7 mindrive
🌳Parks
Quick drive

Bridgeton Township Park

6 mindrive· 18 min bike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Easy walk

Sand Lake

<1 minwalk· <1 min bike· <1 min drive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

LP19 Snowmobile Trail

14 mindrive
Refuge MTB Trail
12 mindrive

To buy a median-priced Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) home (around $468,500) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $84k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,161 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).

Down paymentMonthly paymentIncome needed
20% $3,161/mo$84,284
10% (+PMI)$3,638/mo$97,006
5% (+PMI)$3,798/mo$101,284

Estimates use a 6.67% 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.

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Local Government · area-wide

Ashland Township

231-834-7535Website

Source: ashtwp.com · 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

~$901/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,308 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Rural township; private wells typical.

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

Rural township; individual septic typical.

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler

Residents arrange private trash haulers.

Electricvaries by address

Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh

Regional IOU; rural pockets Great Lakes Energy cooperative.

Confirm by address
Natural Gasvaries by address

SEMCO Energy Gas

SEMCO/Consumers; rural areas often propane/LP.

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Policeunconfirmed

Newaygo County Sheriff

No local PD; county sheriff (non-emergency).

Fire

Ashland-Grant Fire District

District serving Ashland Twp and Grant area; 62 W State Rd, Grant.

Services for Ashland Township · Source: ashtwp.com

Utility, solar, and service details for Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) 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.

🍺 Bars(1)

7 Mile Inn

Bar

3.1 mimap

🏫 Schools(10)

Dickenson School

1.3 mimap

Wheat School

2.0 mimap

Patterson School

2.5 mimap

Applegarth School

3.4 mimap

Ferguson School

3.4 mimap

+5 more within 5 miles

🌳 Parks(2)

Bridgeton Township Park

2.0 mimap
Marl Pit Creek Boating Access Site
2.4 mimap
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Frequently asked about Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)

What do homes cost in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)?
The median home value in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) is about $468,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
How active is the Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) housing market?
no homes are listed in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
What schools serve Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)?
Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) is served by Grant Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grant Elementary School (6/10).
Is Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) walkable?
Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) 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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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,181/mo

$
$93,700
20%
%
Principal & Interest $2,43176%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

Get Pre-Approved with Guild Mortgage
Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

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. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.

Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

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