W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area
Solid value in a growing area
13 homes for sale·Median $230K·Walkability 0.9/10·Schools 4.0/10
What surprises people most about this stretch is how close you are to genuine wilderness while still having year-round homes and cabins scattered throughout. The landscape here is defined by deep woods, quiet lakes tucked between the trees, and direct access to the Manistee National Forest–White Cloud Unit right at your doorstep. Log cabins and wooded homes dominate, many with their own beach access or lakefront views; several listings mention no-wake lakes perfect for canoes, private sandy beaches, and that kind of remote-but-livable setup that draws people looking for an actual retreat. The real draw is land—properties regularly sit on 10+ acres of wooded privacy, where you're surrounded by forest but still minutes from fishing, swimming, and trail recreation. Lake Michigan itself is right here too, adding another layer of water access. This isn't suburban; it's genuinely rural Michigan, the kind of place where a two-hour drive to downtown Grand Rapids feels like the trade-off for something most people can't find anywhere else.
Why people love it here
$230K median
- 24 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,561/mo
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24 homes sold in W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 5/10
School District: Mason County Central Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Orchard Lake
Crime in W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave 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 Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area home (around $229,950) 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 $1,529 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,529/mo | $40,786 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,761/mo | $46,957 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,838/mo | $49,021 |
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
7 parcels
Active / pending
Median Price
$20K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$894/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,256 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave 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
Reed Lake Boating Access Site
1.5 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area
- What do homes cost in W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area?
- The median home value in W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area is about $229,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area housing market?
- there are 13 homes for sale in W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area right now, and 24 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area?
- W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area is served by Mason County Central Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Mason County Central HS (5/10).
- Is W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area walkable?
- W Ironwood Dr & S Oxeye Ave Area scores 0.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.