W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area
Solid value in a growing area
2 homes for sale·Median $260K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 3.7/10
Out here, the real draw is the land itself—4,000-plus acres of woods and river frontage that feels like you've stepped away from everything without actually leaving. Log cabins and cottages dot the area, many perched right on the Little South Branch of the Pere Marquette River or along the quiet no-motor lakes that define this stretch, and you'll find everything from cozy two-bedroom riverside retreats to sprawling homes carved out of dense wooded settings. Most places sit on acreage—1 to 97 acres isn't uncommon—which means you get genuine seclusion, screened porches overlooking wildlife, and room to think. Dining and shopping run about three miles out, so you're close enough to grab what you need without the constant hum of town life, and Lake Michigan sits practically on your doorstep if you're willing to drive it. The vibe is pure up-north Michigan: fireplaces (fieldstone and pellet both), covered porches, garages and sheds for toys and equipment, and the kind of quiet that makes sense when you're surrounded by trees and river bends.
Why people love it here
$260K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,765/mo
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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
Weavers Landing River Access Site
Little Lake Number Two
Crime in W Timber Ln & W P M Ln 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 Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area home (around $259,950) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $46k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,729 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,729/mo | $46,107 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,991/mo | $53,083 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,078/mo | $55,416 |
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
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 W Timber Ln & W P M Ln 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)
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area
- What do homes cost in W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area?
- The median home value in W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area is about $259,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area?
- W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Baldwin Elementary School (4/10).
- Is W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area walkable?
- W Timber Ln & W P M Ln Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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