Robinson Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Robinson Area is a neighborhood, part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $379,000.
3 homes for sale·Median $379K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 4.0/10
Early evening light hits the wooded lots just right—long shadows stretch across yards measured in acres, and you can actually see why people chose to plant themselves here and stay. The homes sit back from tree-lined roads, most of them on one to eight acres, with the kind of space that lets you breathe without your neighbor's porch in your sightline. Grand River access runs through the area, and the nearest boat launch is about two miles away; if you're into water, this stretch delivers quietly. A restaurant is roughly two and a half miles down the road, and the grocery is four miles out, which means you're genuinely rural—not pretend rural.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Connor Bayou within walking distance
- South Loop (Section 2): 2 min drive
- Spoonville Ferry Resort Sub No 1 Area Trail: 3 min drive
$379K median
- 17 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Robinson Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,573/mo
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17 homes sold in Robinson Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Robinson Forest Open Space
1.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Connor Bayou
0.4 mi
Median Sale Price
$379K
17 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Robinson Forest Open Space
1.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,250 – $1,575 · estimated range
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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OAKLEA PARTY STORE
Embassy Bar & Grill
Robinson Forest Open Space
Robinson Township Park Playground
Connor Bayou
Unnamed beach
Connector
South Loop (Section 2)
Ottawa Riverside County Park Launch
Allendale Township Library
Grand Haven 9
Crime in Robinson 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Robinson Area home (around $379,000) at today's 6.76% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $69k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,575 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,575/mo | $68,666 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,963/mo | $79,018 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,094/mo | $82,509 |
Estimates use a 6.76% 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
4 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$46K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$115K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Robinson Area, 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
Robinson Township
Source: robinsontwpmi.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
~$939/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,570 kWh/yr · offsets ~63% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Law enforcement via Ottawa County Sheriff (616-738-4000).
Services for Robinson Township · Source: robinsontwpmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Robinson 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(1)
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Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(2)
🚴 Trails(6)
South Loop (Section 2)
Bike Path
Spoonville Ferry Resort Sub No 1 Area Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(5)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+2 more within 5 miles
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Living in Robinson Area: the details
Is Robinson Area a good place to live?
Robinson Area suits buyers looking for easy access to Lake Michigan and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. Day to day, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. The going price is around $379,000.
What does it cost to live in Robinson Area?
Homes in Robinson Area sell for a median of about $379,000. There are 3 homes for sale here right now and 17 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Robinson Area
- What do homes cost in Robinson Area?
- The median home value in Robinson Area is about $379,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Robinson Area housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Robinson Area right now, and 17 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Robinson Area?
- Robinson Area is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Robinson Area walkable?
- Robinson Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
