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Sisson Lake

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 $178K·Walkability 3.0/10·Schools 3.7/10

🏡Top 18% lot size
🏙️58 mito Downtown GR(~1h 56m drive)
🏞️54 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 49m drive)

This peaceful residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging over an acre, providing residents with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy outdoor activities. The substantial parcels create a semi-rural atmosphere while maintaining convenient access to Grand Rapids amenities and services.

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Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Sisson Lake within walking distance
  • Sisson Lake: 1 min walk
  • Pickerel Lake: 12 min bike
💰Home Values

$178K median

  • 2 recent sales
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Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size31acres
Homes on lake22parcels
Max depth15feet
Avg depth8feet
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median home price in Sisson Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,208/mo

$
$35,590
20%
%
Principal & Interest $92376%
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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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.

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Upriver Nature Preserve

3.3 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

3.7
/10 avg
Below average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 3/10 to 4/10

School District: Baldwin Community Schools

4Baldwin Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 224 students · 12:1 · 6.6 mi
4Baldwin Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 119 students · 10:1 · 6.7 mi
3Baldwin Junior High SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 99 students · 10:1 · 6.7 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

🏞️Lakes & Water
Easy walk

Sisson Lake

<1 minwalk· <1 min bike· <1 min drive
Pickerel Lake
12 minbike
Lilley Lake
8 mindrive
Pettibone Lake
15 mindrive

+1 more

To buy a median-priced Sisson Lake home (around $177,950) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $32k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,201 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).

Down paymentMonthly paymentIncome needed
20% $1,201/mo$32,014
10% (+PMI)$1,382/mo$36,846
5% (+PMI)$1,443/mo$38,471

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

Lilley Township

231-745-4741Website

Source: newaygocountymi.gov · 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

~$944/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,346 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use

Waterunconfirmed

Private well

Remote rural township; private wells typical.

Sewerunconfirmed

Septic - individual

Remote rural township; individual septic typical.

Trashunconfirmed

Resident-arranged private hauler

Residents arrange private trash haulers.

Electricvaries by address

Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.9¢/kWh

Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Consumers Energy. Confirm by address.

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Natural Gasvaries by address

Propane / LP (no piped gas)

Remote rural township; propane typical.

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Policeunconfirmed

Newaygo County Sheriff

No local PD; county sheriff.

Fire

Lilley Township Fire Department

Township FD at 10730 Prospect Ave, Bitely.

Services for Lilley Township · Source: newaygocountymi.gov

Utility, solar, and service details for Sisson 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.

🌳 Parks(3)

Upriver Nature Preserve

3.3 mimap
Weavers Landing River Access Site
3.3 mimap

The Forks Boating Access Site

4.1 mimap
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Frequently asked about Sisson Lake

What do homes cost in Sisson Lake?
The median home value in Sisson Lake is about $177,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
How active is the Sisson Lake housing market?
no homes are listed in Sisson Lake right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
What schools serve Sisson Lake?
Sisson Lake is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
Is Sisson Lake walkable?
Sisson Lake 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 Sisson Lake

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,208/mo

$
$35,590
20%
%
Principal & Interest $92376%
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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