Lake Area99.5 acres

Ward Lake

Great schools with outdoor access

Median $469K·Walkability 0.9/10·Schools 6.7/10

🏡Top 5% lot size
🏙️27 mito Downtown GR
🏞️44 mito Lake Michigan

Driving out to this stretch takes about 45 minutes from downtown, which means you're trading urban pull for genuine distance—the kind of place where a lake isn't an afterthought but the whole reason you're here. Horseshoe Lake sits right at the edge of the property, offering immediate water access whether you're thinking kayak launches or just a place to watch the light change. The 99 acres give you real room to breathe, and Trufant Community Park is close enough for a quick trip when you want organized recreation without the drive. What you get out here is land, water, and the kind of separation that doesn't come with a commute penalty if you're working remotely or heading downtown occasionally—just not daily. It's the math a lot of people do when they decide the extra 15 minutes each way is worth what they gain on their own property line.

Why people love it here

🌊Nature & Outdoors

Lake life

  • Ward Lake within walking distance
  • Picnic Lake: 5 min drive
  • Trufant Community Park: 6 min drive
🎓Schools
90

Lakeview Elementary School

  • Elementary — 11.2 mi away
  • Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)
  • 3 rated schools in district
💰Home Values

$469K median

  • Assessor estimate
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Lake facts

MI DNR
Lake size7acres
Homes on lake5parcels
Private — owners only

Depth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.

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Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Trufant Community Park

3.1 mi

Parks Nearby

0

within 1 mile

6.7
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 5/10 to 9/10

School District: Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm)

9Lakeview Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-03 · 326 students · 14:1 · 11.2 mi
6Lakeview Middle SchoolMiddle · 04-07 · 338 students · 16:1 · 11.4 mi
5Lakeview High SchoolHigh · 08-12 · 366 students · 20:1 · 11.0 mi
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Frequently asked about Ward Lake

What do homes cost in Ward Lake?
The median home value in Ward Lake is about $469,350. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
What schools serve Ward Lake?
Ward Lake is served by Lakeview Community Schools (Montcalm). Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakeview Elementary School (9/10).
Is Ward Lake walkable?
Ward Lake scores 0.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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