Tacoma Lake Estates
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $280K·Schools 6.7/10
What catches most people off guard about this stretch is how close you are to actual water—Woodbeck Lake sits right here, and the nearby Langston State Game Area is barely a five-minute walk away, making it feel more like a retreat than a typical subdivision. The area draws folks who want private waterfront living with sandy beaches, fishing access across a chain of connected lakes, and enough space to spread out without feeling cramped. Most homes sit on generous lots with lakefront or near-lake positions, and decks facing the water are standard issue. The drive to downtown is about forty-five minutes, which means you're genuinely removed from the weekly grind but not marooned—close enough for a day trip, far enough that you actually feel the shift when you arrive. Whether you're renting out seasonally, keeping a year-round cottage, or just disappearing for long weekends, the infrastructure is built around lake living: docks, fire pits, and enough room to let the quiet actually work on you.
Why people love it here
Lakeview Elementary School
- Elementary — 7.6 mi away
- Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
- 3 rated schools in district
Near the water
- Rainbow Lake — 1.9 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
$280K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Tacoma Lake Estates
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,900/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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Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 9/10
School District: Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Langston State Game Area
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Rainbow Lake
1.9 mi
Crime in Tacoma Lake Estates 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 Montcalm County.
Montcalm County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Tacoma Lake Estates home (around $279,900) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $49k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,853 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,853/mo | $49,410 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,133/mo | $56,892 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,227/mo | $59,390 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$80K
Per listing
Frequently asked about Tacoma Lake Estates
- What do homes cost in Tacoma Lake Estates?
- The median home value in Tacoma Lake Estates is about $279,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Tacoma Lake Estates housing market?
- no homes are listed in Tacoma Lake Estates right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Tacoma Lake Estates?
- Tacoma Lake Estates is served by Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakeview Elementary School (9/10).
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