Village of Trufant
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $200K·Schools 6.7/10
What surprises people about this area is that genuine country living sits just 35 minutes from Grand Rapids and 20 minutes from Greenville—close enough for a quick trip to town, far enough that you can breathe. Double lots and fenced yards are common; many homes occupy acreage that gives real space without feeling remote. Muskellunge Lake, an all-sports waterway famous for fishing and boating, draws families year-round, and public boat access is a half mile away. The neighborhood clusters around Trufant Community Park, which anchors the area alongside three other parks within a mile, plus Horseshoe Lake sits just a fifth of a mile out. You'll find renovated homes with updated kitchens and mechanical systems alongside older properties with character—hardwood floors, pole barns, double garages—that appeal to people willing to roll up their sleeves. The tone is straightforward: this is a place where you can own land, launch a boat, and still make it to the city for dinner without feeling like you're commuting forever.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Muskellunge Lake within walking distance
- 15 parks within 1 mile
Lakeview Elementary School
- Elementary — 9.2 mi away
- Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
- 3 rated schools in district
$200K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Village of Trufant
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,358/mo
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3 homes sold in Village of Trufant this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Trufant Community Park
0.0 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Muskellunge Lake
0.2 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 9/10
School District: Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
Crime in Village of Trufant 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 Village of Trufant home (around $199,999) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $35k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,324 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,324/mo | $35,305 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,524/mo | $40,652 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,591/mo | $42,436 |
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.
Frequently asked about Village of Trufant
- What do homes cost in Village of Trufant?
- The median home value in Village of Trufant is about $199,999. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Village of Trufant housing market?
- no homes are listed in Village of Trufant right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Village of Trufant?
- Village of Trufant is served by Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakeview Elementary School (9/10).
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