Lake Area

Sawdust Lake

Great schools with outdoor access

Median $260K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 6.7/10

🏙️31 mito Downtown GR
🏞️50 mito Lake Michigan

...and out here you're really in the quieter pocket of things, where the main draw is that water access—Woodbeck Lake sits right at the edge, and if you want a longer stretch of state land to explore, Langston State Game Area is less than a mile away. It's the kind of place where you've got room to breathe and actual nature nearby without feeling cut off; downtown is about an hour's drive when you need it, but most days the appeal is staying put. The acreage and access to both lake and game area give this spot a different rhythm than anything closer in—you're trading convenience for something quieter, which works if that's what you're after.

Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Sawdust Lake within walking distance
  • Middle Lake: 7 min bike
  • Moore Lake: 10 min bike
🎓Schools
90

Lakeview Elementary School

  • Elementary — 7.9 mi away
  • Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
  • 3 rated schools in district
💰Home Values

$260K median

  • Assessor estimate
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Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size9acres
Homes on lake32parcels
Private — owners only

Depth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.

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Median home price in Sawdust Lake

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Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Langston State Game Area

1.1 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

6.7
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 5/10 to 9/10

School District: Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)

9Lakeview Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-03 · 326 students · 14:1 · 7.9 mi
6Lakeview Middle SchoolMiddle · 04-07 · 338 students · 16:1 · 8.3 mi
5Lakeview High SchoolHigh · 08-12 · 366 students · 20:1 · 8.0 mi
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Frequently asked about Sawdust Lake

What do homes cost in Sawdust Lake?
The median home value in Sawdust Lake is about $260,050. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
What schools serve Sawdust Lake?
Sawdust Lake is served by Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakeview Elementary School (9/10).
Is Sawdust Lake walkable?
Sawdust Lake scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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