Lake Odessa Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Lake Odessa Area is a neighborhood, part of Lakewood Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $243,000.
2 homes for sale·Median $243K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 6.0/10
The Vedder Rd & W Tupper Lake Rd area spreads across 1,852 acres of Odessa township, a rural expanse where the horizon opens up and land feels genuinely abundant. Grocery shopping is just a 4-minute walk, and a restaurant sits practically at your doorstep—convenience that works because density here is low and sprawl is part of the geometry. Jordan Lake Public Access lies less than a mile away for those who want water access without traveling far, while seven restaurants scatter within walking distance, ranging from immediate neighbors to a short drive. A coffee shop sits about 6 minutes on foot. Gerald R. Ford Airport is roughly 38 minutes south, making regional travel reasonable without the constant hum of jet noise overhead.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Jordan Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Lake Odessa Village Park: 9 min bike
- Jordan Lake Public Access: 7 min bike
$243K median
- 6 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Lake Odessa Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,646/mo
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6 homes sold in Lake Odessa Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Jordan Lake Public Access
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Jordan Lake
0.1 mi
Median Sale Price
$243K
6 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Jordan Lake Public Access
0.8 mi
Expected Rent
$1,450/mo
$1,275 – $1,625 · wider-area estimate
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Lakewood Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Carls
Chee Peng Chinese
+1 more
Fourth Avenue Inn & Bistro
Lake Odessa Village Park
+1 more
Playground in Jordan Lake Rd & Cherry St Area
Tupper Lake
+1 more
Beach in Vedder Rd & M 50 Area
Lake Odessa Library
Crime in Lake Odessa 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 Ionia County.
Ionia County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Lake Odessa Area home (around $242,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $44k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,633 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,633/mo | $43,558 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,880/mo | $50,134 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,963/mo | $52,344 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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.
Local Government · area-wide
Odessa Township
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
~$870/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,388 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural (Lake Odessa area); wells.
Septic - individual
On-site septic (Village of Lake Odessa core may have a system).
Resident-arranged private hauler
Resident contracts hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Tri County Electric Coop (MI) · ~13.6¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility.
Confirm by addressOdessa Township Fire Department
Odessa Twp FD (Chief Chad Perkins); Lake Odessa FD at 1050 1st St also serves area.
Services for Odessa Township · Source: ioniacounty.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Lake Odessa 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)
Carls
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Restaurant
Chee Peng Chinese
Restaurant
Restaurant
Fast Food
☕ Coffee(1)
🏫 Schools(3)
🌳 Parks(3)
📚 Libraries(1)
Lake Odessa Library
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Living in Lake Odessa Area: the details
Is Lake Odessa Area a good place to live?
If you're after green space nearby, Lake Odessa Area is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Lakewood Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $243,000.
What does it cost to live in Lake Odessa Area?
The typical home in Lake Odessa Area goes for around $243,000. There are 2 homes for sale here right now and 6 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Lake Odessa Area
- What do homes cost in Lake Odessa Area?
- The median home value in Lake Odessa Area is about $242,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lake Odessa Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Lake Odessa Area right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lake Odessa Area?
- Lake Odessa Area is served by Lakewood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakewood High School (7/10).
- Is Lake Odessa Area walkable?
- Lake Odessa Area scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.