W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area
Easy outdoor access
5 homes for sale·Median $230K·Walkability 1.1/10
When you roll into this stretch, you notice the land first—generous lots, tree-lined roads, and that particular quiet that comes from space rather than isolation. There's a real mix here: some homes are Victorian-era brick with character waiting to shine again, others are newer ranches set back on wooded acres, and a few sit on corner plots near the heart of things. The nearest restaurant is just a six-minute walk away, and Minnie Farmer Park is right adjacent if you want quick access to green space. Horseshoe Lake sits about half a mile out, close enough for a short drive on the weekends. It's the kind of area where you can find anything from a handyman project on substantial land to a move-in-ready ranch, all within a few minutes of local shopping and schools.
Why people love it here
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- White Pine Trail: 8 min bike
- Minnie Farmer Park: 8 min bike
$230K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,561/mo
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5 homes sold in W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Minnie Farmer Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Subway
Minnie Farmer Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Indian Lake
White Pine Trail
Edgerton Building
Crime in W Almy Rd & N Orton St 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 Montcalm County.
Montcalm County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area home (around $230,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $41k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,530 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,530/mo | $40,795 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,761/mo | $46,967 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,839/mo | $49,031 |
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.
Solar potential
~$914/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,394 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for W Almy Rd & N Orton St 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.
🏫 Schools(4)
School
Gaffield School
School
School
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
👶 Childcare(1)
Edgerton Building
Daycare
Frequently asked about W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area
- What do homes cost in W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area?
- The median home value in W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area is about $230,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area housing market?
- there are 5 homes for sale in W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area?
- W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area is served by Tri County Area Schools.
- Is W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area walkable?
- W Almy Rd & N Orton St Area scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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