Selkirk Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $330K·Walkability 5.3/10·Schools 5.0/10
This 408-acre lake community in Allegan County offers waterfront living with generous lot sizes averaging nearly a quarter-acre. The expansive lake provides ample space for boating, fishing, and water recreation while maintaining a peaceful, residential atmosphere. Properties here tend to feature larger parcels that allow for privacy and outdoor enjoyment, making it attractive for those seeking room to spread out.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Selkirk Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Selkirk Lake: 0 min walk
- Selkirk Lake Public Access: 13 min walk
Walkable for daily errands
- Selkirk Lake: 0 min walk
- 1 places within a 10 min walk
$330K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
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Median home price in Selkirk Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,240/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Selkirk Lake Public Access
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Selkirk Lake Public Access
Selkirk Lake
+1 more
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Wayland Union Schools
Crime in Selkirk 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Selkirk Lake home (around $330,000) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,226 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,226/mo | $59,368 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,562/mo | $68,329 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,675/mo | $71,342 |
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.
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
~$918/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,424 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider.
Confirm by addressNo local township PD; county sheriff (city of Wayland has its own PD).
City of Wayland FD (Chief Jon Timmers) serves the township by contract/mutual aid.
Services for Wayland Township · Source: waytwp.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Selkirk 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.
🛒 Grocery(2)
Town & Country Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Tujax Tu
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
Restaurant
Curly Cone
Fast Food
☕ Coffee(1)
Café
🏫 Schools(5)
School
School
School
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
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Frequently asked about Selkirk Lake
- What do homes cost in Selkirk Lake?
- The median home value in Selkirk Lake is about $330,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Selkirk Lake?
- Selkirk Lake is served by Wayland Union Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Wayland High School (7/10).
- Is Selkirk Lake walkable?
- Selkirk Lake scores 5.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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