Littles Lake Area
Wide open spaces
The quick answer
Littles Lake Area is a neighborhood, part of Baldwin Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $355,000.
Median $355K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 3.7/10
Driving out this way, you're in genuine back-country—the kind of place where parcels run 9+ acres and a county-maintained paved road is your main throughway. Homes sit deep on wooded lots, many built for year-round living or as quiet getaways, with the Manistee National Forest practically on your doorstep and endless trail access defining the rhythm of life here. The architecture leans toward practical: mobile homes and cottages with recent upgrades, wood stoves for winter, covered porches, and the occasional waterfront setup on one of the smaller lakes nearby. You won't find restaurants within walking distance—the nearest is a 10-minute walk away—so people out here are self-sufficient, stocked with supplies and oriented toward the landscape itself. This is the far side of development, where land and solitude are the main amenities.
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Why people love it here
9.7 acre avg lots
- 419 homes
$355K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Littles Lake Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,409/mo
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3 homes sold in Littles Lake Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$355K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
1.1 mi
Expected Rent
$1,050/mo
$850 – $1,225 · wider-area estimate
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 4/10
School District: Baldwin Community Schools
To buy a median-priced Littles Lake Area home (around $354,900) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $64k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,391 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,391/mo | $63,747 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,751/mo | $73,371 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,873/mo | $76,606 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$14K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$70K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$932/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,269 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Littles Lake 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
1.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
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Living in Littles Lake Area: the details
Is Littles Lake Area a good place to live?
If you're after room to spread out on larger lots, Littles Lake Area is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Baldwin Community Schools. Expect prices centered around $355,000.
What does it cost to live in Littles Lake Area?
The median home value in Littles Lake Area is about $355,000. 3 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Littles Lake Area
- What do homes cost in Littles Lake Area?
- The median home value in Littles Lake Area is about $354,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Littles Lake Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in Littles Lake Area right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Littles Lake Area?
- Littles Lake Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Senior High School (4/10).
- Is Littles Lake Area walkable?
- Littles Lake Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
