Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of Muskegon Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $210,000.
Median $210K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 2.8/10
The thing to know before you get here: you're looking at a waterfront neighborhood that actually means something, not just another lakeside patch. Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr sits on Muskegon's lake side with genuine bones—108 acres anchored by heritage and proximity, the kind of place where you can walk two minutes to coffee and then keep walking to restaurants that matter (23 within a mile, which isn't accident). Heritage Landing is a ten-minute walk, and you've got eight parks within a mile if you want to think bigger. The grocery situation works fine—12 minutes on foot to what you need, with six stores in a two-mile radius if you're comparing options. Grand Haven's beach runs about 19 minutes out, downtown Grand Rapids is under 50, so you're not stranded if you need either one. Homes here run in the mid-$200s to low $300s, which in a spot this close to water and walkable dining feels earned rather than inflated. Muskegon Public Schools of the City of handles the schools.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Muskegon Lake — 1.3 mi
- 40 parks within 1 mile
- Lakeshore Trail: 13 min walk
- Heritage Landing: 14 min walk
$210K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,426/mo
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5 homes sold in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Heritage Landing
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
40
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Muskegon Lake
1.3 mi
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
+1 more
House of China
+1 more
The Coffee Factory
+1 more
Tippsy Toad
+1 more
Heritage Landing
+1 more
Playground in Southern Ave & 7th St Area
Ruddiman Lagoon
Mona Lake Park Beach
+1 more
Veterans Memorial Park Walkway
Lakeshore Trail
Waters Edge Fitness
Walgreens
Hackley Public Library
Jumpstart
Getty Drive-In
Median Sale Price
$210K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
40
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Heritage Landing
0.5 mi
Expected Rent
$1,425/mo
$1,325 – $1,550 · estimated range
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Crime in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area 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 Muskegon.
Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area home (around $210,000) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $38k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,417 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,417/mo | $37,779 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,631/mo | $43,482 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,702/mo | $45,400 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Median Price
$107K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
City of Muskegon
Source: muskegon-mi.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
~$899/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,560 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City operates water filtration/distribution; wholesales to neighboring communities
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City sewage collection; treatment via Muskegon County wastewater system
Services for Muskegon · Source: muskegon-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area 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(11)
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
+8 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
House of China
Restaurant
El Tepatio
Restaurant
El Tapatio
Restaurant
Fricano's
Restaurant
Topshelf
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
School
Craig School
Saint Michaels
Catholic Central High School
School
School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Waters Edge Fitness
Fitness Center
🚴 Trails(3)
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Jumpstart
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
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Living in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area: the details
Is Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area a good place to live?
Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area suits buyers looking for green space nearby — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of Muskegon Public Schools. The going price is around $210,000.
What does it cost to live in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area?
The median home value in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area is about $210,000. 5 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area
- What do homes cost in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area?
- The median home value in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area is about $210,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area?
- Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is Muskegon High School (4/10).
- Is Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area walkable?
- Southern Ave & Shoreline Dr Area scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.