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Neighborhood4044.4 acres

Little Lake Number One Area

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Published by Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate · data computed by Atlas · reviewed under Jon Hazeltine, Broker Associate (MI #6502432782)
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The quick answer

Little Lake Number One Area is a neighborhood, part of Baldwin Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $260,000.

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3 homes for sale·Median $260K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 3.7/10

🏙️61 mito Downtown GR(~2h 1m drive)
🏞️57 mito Lake Michigan(~1h 54m drive)

Out here where the timber lines run thick and the river bends close, you're looking at real country—the kind of place where a lot might run twenty, thirty acres, and your nearest neighbor is more of a concept than a daily reality. The Little South Branch of the Pere Marquette River cuts through, and log cabins on wooded acreage are the default; people restore old cottages, add screened porches, plant themselves on no-motor lakes where the water stays quiet. Lake Michigan sits right there too, less than a mile away as the crow flies. You're on the edge of what West Michigan calls "up north"—snowmobiles and ATVs are normal weekend noise, and if you want to eat out, you're driving about three miles to find a restaurant worth stopping at. The park's adjacent, the lots are sprawling, and the whole setup reads less suburb and more retreat.

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Why people love it here

🏡Space & Property

11.4 acre avg lots

  • 185 homes
💰Home Values

$260K median

  • Based on 3yr sales
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median home price in Little Lake Number One Area

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,765/mo

$
$51,990
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,34976%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

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Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

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.

Median Sale Price

$260K

Based on 3yr sales

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

Nearest Park

Weavers Landing River Access Site

1.2 mi

Expected Rent

$1,075/mo

$950 – $1,200 · estimated range

3.7
/10 avg
Below average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 3/10 to 4/10

School District: Baldwin Community Schools

4Baldwin Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 224 students · 12:1 · 4.1 mi
4Baldwin Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 119 students · 10:1 · 4.2 mi
3Baldwin Junior High SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 99 students · 10:1 · 4.2 mi

Walkability

0.0

Car-dependent

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands— Grocery, pharmacy
0.0
🍽️Dining— Restaurants, cafes, bars
0.0
🌳Nature— Parks, trails
0.0
🚌Transit— Bus stops, stations
0.0
💪Fitness— Gyms, recreation
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

North Lake

12 mindrive
Little Lake Number Two
11 mindrive
Little Lake Number One
13 mindrive
South Lake
12 mindrive

To buy a median-priced Little Lake Number One Area home (around $259,950) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $47k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,751 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).

Down paymentMonthly paymentIncome needed
20% $1,751/mo$46,692
10% (+PMI)$2,015/mo$53,742
5% (+PMI)$2,104/mo$56,111

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.

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Land for sale

Listings

1 parcel

Active / pending

Typical Land Value

$15K/acre

Median asking

Median Price

$250K

Per listing

Solar potential

~$900/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system

Produces ~6,301 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use

Utility, solar, and service details for Little Lake Number One 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

Weavers Landing River Access Site

1.2 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

🍕 Restaurants(3)

Dairy Queen

Fast Food

4.4 mimap

Pompeiis Pizza

Restaurant

4.5 mimap

Subway

Fast Food

4.9 mimap

🌳 Parks(4)

Weavers Landing River Access Site
1.2 mimap

The Forks Boating Access Site

1.6 mimap

Unnamed park

2.0 mimap

+1 more within 5 miles

🚴 Trails(2)

Pere Marquette State Trail

Bike Path

4.6 mimap

Pere Marquette State Trail

Bike Path

4.6 mimap
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Living in Little Lake Number One Area: the details

Is Little Lake Number One Area a good place to live?

If you're after room to spread out on larger lots, Little Lake Number One 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 $260,000.

What does it cost to live in Little Lake Number One Area?

The typical home in Little Lake Number One Area goes for around $260,000. There are 3 homes for sale here right now.

Frequently asked about Little Lake Number One Area

What do homes cost in Little Lake Number One Area?
The median home value in Little Lake Number One Area is about $259,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
How active is the Little Lake Number One Area housing market?
there are 3 homes for sale in Little Lake Number One Area right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
What schools serve Little Lake Number One Area?
Little Lake Number One Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
Is Little Lake Number One Area walkable?
Little Lake Number One Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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Data sources: parcels · Updated 8/2/2026
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Conventional Mortgage Calculator

Median in Little Lake Number One Area

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,765/mo

$
$51,990
20%
%
Principal & Interest $1,34976%
Property Tax (est.)
$
18%
Insurance (est.)
$
5%

Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.

Get Pre-Approved with Guild Mortgage
Jon Hazeltine

Guild Mortgage

Loan officer: Jon Hazeltine · NMLS #2574218

Company NMLS #3274 · Licensed in MI

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.

Micro Communities(1)

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Little Lake Number One

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