Snug Harbor
Solid value in a growing area
Median $380K·Walkability 1.8/10·Schools 6.3/10
Sandwiched between Grand Haven charter township and the waterways that define this corner of West Michigan, this area draws its character from cul-de-sac living and proximity to the Grand River—homes here sit on generous lots with the kind of water access that makes boating and fishing more than weekend plans. Manicured lawns and community gathering spaces anchor the subdivisions, while bike paths thread through the neighborhood, connecting residents to shopping and schools without the feeling of being hemmed in. The river itself shapes everyday life out here; whether you're launching a boat or simply watching the current from your back deck, it's the real neighbor. Ranch homes with open floor plans dominate the landscape, their cathedral ceilings and sliding glass doors all oriented toward the water views that justify the commute inland from Lake Michigan beaches and downtown Grand Haven.
Why people love it here
$380K median
- 96 sales in last 12mo
Peach Plains School
- Elementary — 0.4 mi away
- Grand Haven Area
- 4 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Pottawattomie Park: 3 min walk
- Grand River Explorers Trail: 11 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Snug Harbor
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,580/mo
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96 homes sold in Snug Harbor this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 15 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 9/10
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Nearest Park
Pottawattomie Park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Walmart Supercenter
+1 more
Casa de Churros
Starbucks Coffee Company
Hiway Inn
Pottawattomie Park
Pottawattomie Park Playground
Connor Bayou
Unnamed beach
Pathway
dog_park
Grand River Explorers Trail
Scott Flahive Memorial Launch
gym
Walgreens
Loutit District Library
Grand Haven 9
Crime in Snug Harbor 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Snug Harbor home (around $380,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,527 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,527/mo | $67,400 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,910/mo | $77,598 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,038/mo | $81,008 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$255K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Snug Harbor, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
Grand Haven Charter Township
Source: ghtmi.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
~$890/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,489 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Haven · Source: ghtmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Snug Harbor 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(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(13)
Casa de Churros
Restaurant
Wesco
Restaurant
D & W Deli Cafe
Restaurant
Fast Food
Cumin Fresh Indian Kitchen
Restaurant
+8 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(16)
Peach Plains School
Bignell School
Griffin School
White Pines Intermediate School
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in Gluecks Sub Area
Dog Park
Eastern Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Coast Guard Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Grand River Explorers Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(9)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+6 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
Frequently asked about Snug Harbor
- What do homes cost in Snug Harbor?
- The median home value in Snug Harbor is about $380,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Snug Harbor housing market?
- there are 18 homes for sale in Snug Harbor right now, and 96 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Snug Harbor?
- Snug Harbor is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Snug Harbor walkable?
- Snug Harbor scores 1.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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