W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area
Wide open spaces
Median $223K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 3.7/10
Out here, you're trading proximity for acreage—and most folks who land in this stretch don't regret it for a second. The area spreads across nearly 4,200 acres of forested land where 20-acre parcels are the norm, drawing hunters, ORV enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a genuine retreat from busier corners of the region. State forest blankets the surroundings, with ORV trails threading through properties and into the backcountry, while Wolf Lake sits within easy reach and Lake Michigan lies just over a mile away. A restaurant runs about 1.8 miles down the road, and Hungerford Lake Recreation Area anchors the outdoor scene three miles out. What defines this place is neither congestion nor contrivance—it's the kind of land where a workshop, storage sheds, and deer blinds make sense, where the trees matter more than the curb, and where "getting away" doesn't require apology.
Why people love it here
10.8 acre avg lots
- 186 homes
$223K median
- 1 recent sale
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,511/mo
Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.
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. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.
Recent Sale Price
$223K
1 recent sale
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
4.7 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 4/10
School District: Baldwin Community Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Bush Lake
Crime in W 12th St & W Wilderness Way 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 Lake County.
Lake County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area home (around $222,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $39k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,480 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,480/mo | $39,464 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,704/mo | $45,436 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,779/mo | $47,432 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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
8 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$11K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$55K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$883/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,176 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for W 12th St & W Wilderness Way 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
4.7 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area
- What do homes cost in W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area?
- The median home value in W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area is about $222,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area?
- W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Senior High School (4/10).
- Is W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area walkable?
- W 12th St & W Wilderness Way Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.