Smith'S Lakeview Center
Surrounded by nature
Median $307K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 6.4/10
The roads through this area are lined with newer builds and substantial lots—think one-acre yards where you can actually breathe, not cramped subdivisions where houses sit on top of each other. Most homes here went up within the last decade, which means modern open floor plans, finished basements, and warranties still in force. You're about 34 minutes from Gerald R. Ford Airport, making it far enough out to feel removed but close enough if you need to travel regularly. Twin Lakes sits less than a mile away, and the Airport Road Boating Access Site is a short walk if you want to get on the water without owning lakefront. Groceries, restaurants, and coffee shops cluster about two miles out, so a quick drive lands you at what you need. The character here is straightforward: quiet residential land with new construction standards and room to spread out.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Carter Lake — 1.7 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Algonquin Lake: 7 min bike
- Airport Road Boating Access Site: 7 min bike
Northeastern Elementary School
- Elementary — 3.4 mi away
- Hastings Area
- 5 rated schools in district
$307K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Smith'S Lakeview Center
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,081/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.
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Airport Road Boating Access Site
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Carter Lake
1.7 mi
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 8/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Tom's Meat Market
Jimmy John's
Starbucks
Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro
Airport Road Boating Access Site
Algonquin Lake
Northwest
Hastings Dog Park
Grit Strength Systems
Hastings Pharmacy
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Crime in Smith'S Lakeview Center 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Smith'S Lakeview Center home (around $306,500) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $54k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,029 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,029/mo | $54,106 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,336/mo | $62,299 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,439/mo | $65,034 |
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.
Solar potential
~$899/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,288 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Smith'S Lakeview Center 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(4)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Fast Food
San Marcos
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(12)
Algonquin Lake School
Chidester School
Little Brick School
Yeckley School
Central School
+7 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(5)
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
Hastings Riverwalk
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Smith'S Lakeview Center
- What do homes cost in Smith'S Lakeview Center?
- The median home value in Smith'S Lakeview Center is about $306,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Smith'S Lakeview Center?
- Smith'S Lakeview Center is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Smith'S Lakeview Center walkable?
- Smith'S Lakeview Center scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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