Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)
Surrounded by nature
Median $400K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 5.7/10
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.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Sand Lake within walking distance
- Sand Lake: 1 min walk
- Bridgeton Township Park: 6 min drive
$400K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
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Median home price in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp)
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,716/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.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS Consumer Access
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Bridgeton Township Park
2.0 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 6/10
School District: Grant Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
7 Mile Inn
Bridgeton Township Park
Sand Lake
LP19 Snowmobile Trail
Crime in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) 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 Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) home (around $400,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $71k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,648 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,648/mo | $70,611 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,049/mo | $81,304 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,183/mo | $84,873 |
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.
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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
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic typical.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; rural pockets Great Lakes Energy cooperative.
Confirm by addressServices for Ashland · 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.
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 $400,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Sand Lake (Ashland Twp) right now. 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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