Lakeshore
Lake life, small town feel
The quick answer
Lakeshore is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $383,000.
1 home for sale·Median $383K·Walkability 5.8/10·Schools 5.3/10
You're heading west of US-31, and what makes this worth the detour is how close everything still feels—restaurants are basically steps away, and the beach is a two-minute drive if you want to catch the sunset. The neighborhood sits on 172 acres with real breathing room, brick and ranch homes on deep, landscaped lots that give you genuine privacy while keeping you connected; Klaver Park is a short walk, and there are twenty-one parks within a mile if you're counting. Grocery stores, coffee shops, and a solid dining scene (228 restaurants within a mile) mean you're not hunting for the basics, and downtown Grand Rapids is under 45 minutes if you need it. Schools feed into Grand Haven Area Public Schools, and the whole setup—solid construction, hardwood floors, plenty of space to settle in—reads less like you're choosing a neighborhood and more like you're picking the spot where things already work.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Spring Lake within walking distance
- 105 parks within 1 mile
- Klaver Park: 4 min walk
- Willow Park: 6 min walk
$383K median
- 10 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Cookies by Kathryn: 3 min walk
- 8 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in Lakeshore
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,598/mo
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10 homes sold in Lakeshore this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Klaver Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
105
within 1 mile
Median Sale Price
$383K
10 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
105
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Klaver Park
0.2 mi
Expected Rent
$1,150/mo
$1,050 – $1,225 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Grand Haven Vinegar and Oil
+1 more
Morning Star Cafe
+1 more
truenorth
+1 more
JW's Food & Spirits
+1 more
Klaver Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Smith Bayou
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Poplar Ridge
dog_park
South Beacon Boulevard & Taylor Avenue Area Trail
Scott Flahive Memorial Launch
+1 more
gym
Walgreens
Loutit District Library
Grand Haven 9
Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Crime in Lakeshore 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 Grand Haven.
Grand Haven crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Lakeshore home (around $382,750) 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 $2,600 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,600/mo | $69,345 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,992/mo | $79,799 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,125/mo | $83,326 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$357K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$179K
Median
Local Government · area-wide
City of Grand Haven
Source: grandhaven.org · 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
~$869/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,488 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Private hauler (resident-arranged)
No municipal trash contract confirmed
Grand Haven Light & Power · ~13.4¢/kWh
Community-owned utility since 1896; ~15,000 customers
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Haven · Source: grandhaven.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Lakeshore 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(8)
Grocery Store
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
D&W
Grocery Store
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Restaurant
GH Pizza & Sub Shop
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
Lakeshore Middle School
School
Central School
Saint Johns School
Ferry School
Christian Junior High School
School
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in Gluecks Sub Area
Dog Park
Eastern Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in South Holiday Hills Area
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(9)
Bike Path
Bike Path
South Beacon Boulevard & Taylor Avenue Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+6 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(6)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+3 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
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Living in Lakeshore: the details
Is Lakeshore a good place to live?
Lakeshore is a strong fit if you want easy access to Lake Michigan and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. Day to day, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $383,000.
What does it cost to live in Lakeshore?
Homes in Lakeshore sell for a median of about $383,000. There is 1 home for sale here right now and 10 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Lakeshore
- What do homes cost in Lakeshore?
- The median home value in Lakeshore is about $382,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lakeshore housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Lakeshore right now, and 10 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lakeshore?
- Lakeshore is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Lakeshore walkable?
- Lakeshore scores 5.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
