Nugent Lake Area
Wide open spaces
The quick answer
Nugent Lake Area is a neighborhood, part of Baldwin Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $201,000.
2 homes for sale·Median $201K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 4.0/10
This stretch of rural west Michigan sits on the edge of the Manistee National Forest, where properties sprawl across 27-acre lots and hunting, fishing, and off-road access define daily life. The Pere Marquette River—a Blue Ribbon trout stream—runs through the area, and cabins here often come with river frontage, white pines, and that genuine up-north-cabin aesthetic: knotty pine, granite, and the kind of spaces built for kids, grandkids, and long weekends. You're minutes from Rainbow Rapids and hundreds of federal acres for trails and outdoor pursuits, while Lake Michigan sits just offshore. The nearest restaurant is about two miles out, so most folks cook at home or head into town; US 10 connects you to Baldwin and Ludington when you need supplies or a night out. This is land-rich country—acreage speaks louder than square footage, and the forest is both your neighbor and your playground.
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Why people love it here
14.7 acre avg lots
- 375 homes
$201K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Nugent Lake Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,365/mo
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3 homes sold in Nugent Lake Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$201K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Manistee National Forest - Baldwin Ranger District
1.7 mi
Expected Rent
$775/mo
$675 – $875 · wider-area estimate
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 5/10
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
Pine Island Lake
North Country National Scenic Trail
To buy a median-priced Nugent Lake Area home (around $201,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $36k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,354 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,354/mo | $36,103 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,558/mo | $41,554 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,627/mo | $43,387 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$8K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$40K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$886/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,198 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Nugent Lake 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
Manistee National Forest - Baldwin Ranger District
1.7 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
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Living in Nugent Lake Area: the details
Is Nugent Lake Area a good place to live?
Nugent Lake Area suits buyers looking for room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. For getting around, 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. The going price is around $201,000.
What does it cost to live in Nugent Lake Area?
Homes in Nugent Lake Area sell for a median of about $201,000. There are 2 homes for sale here right now and 3 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Nugent Lake Area
- What do homes cost in Nugent Lake Area?
- The median home value in Nugent Lake Area is about $201,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Nugent Lake Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Nugent Lake Area right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Nugent Lake Area?
- Nugent Lake Area is served by Baldwin Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Mason County Central HS (5/10).
- Is Nugent Lake Area walkable?
- Nugent Lake Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
