South Whitehall Area
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
South Whitehall Area is a neighborhood, part of Montague Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $274,000.
10 homes for sale·Median $274K·Walkability 2.4/10·Schools 5.3/10
Bordered by White Lake to the east and Whitehall's downtown core just steps away, Warner St & Obell St sits in a quietly walkable pocket where lakeside living meets small-town convenience. The neighborhood sprawls across 1,471 acres with three parks within a mile—including Howmet Park, a 12-minute walk away—and coffee shops and restaurants at your doorstep, with 18 more dining spots within a mile. A grocery store is a quick 12-minute walk, while the Lake Michigan shoreline at Grand Haven runs about 33 minutes south by car. This is Montague Area Public Schools territory, anchored in Whitehall city, where the White River Light Station and the World's Largest Working Weathervane sit as quirky local landmarks—the kind of place where lumber-town history and lakeshore character still show in the brick buildings and tree-lined streets.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- White Lake — 1.1 mi
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 8 min walk
- White Lake Pathway: 9 min walk
$274K median
- 34 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in South Whitehall Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,857/mo
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34 homes sold in South Whitehall Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Howmet Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
White Lake
1.1 mi
Median Sale Price
$274K
34 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Howmet Park
0.6 mi
Expected Rent
$1,100/mo
$950 – $1,225 · wider-area estimate
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Montague Area Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Montague Foods
Pizza Hut
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
The Chamber Bar & Grill
Howmet Park
+1 more
Playground in Warner St & Obell St Area
Hiscuit Lake
Beach in Riley Thompson Rd & Ironwood St Area
Bridge #2
Fetch Brewing Co.
Unnamed bike_path
America's Fitness Center
White Lake Community Library
Northstar Cinema
Crime in South Whitehall 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 Whitehall.
Whitehall crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced South Whitehall Area home (around $273,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $49k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,842 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,842/mo | $49,126 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,120/mo | $56,543 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,214/mo | $59,036 |
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.
Who actually lends in South Whitehall Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Whitehall
Source: cityofwhitehall.org · unconfirmed
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$918/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,425 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Republic Services (area hauler)
Curbside via contracted hauler
Republic Services (area hauler)
Area recycling
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU
Confirm by addressAuthority serves Whitehall, Whitehall Twp, Fruitland Twp; 115 S Baldwin St
Services for Whitehall · Source: cityofwhitehall.org
Utility, solar, and service details for South Whitehall 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.
🛒 Grocery(3)
Grocery Store
Montague Foods
Grocery Store
White Duck Country Market
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Fast Food
Restaurant
The Homestead Restaurant & Bakery
Restaurant
Pizza Joint
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(3)
🏫 Schools(14)
School
School
White Lake Community Center
Whitehall High School
School
+9 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
America's Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(3)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
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Living in South Whitehall Area: the details
Is South Whitehall Area a good place to live?
South Whitehall Area is a strong fit if you want green space nearby — 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 Montague Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $274,000.
What does it cost to live in South Whitehall Area?
Homes in South Whitehall Area sell for a median of about $274,000. There are 10 homes for sale here right now and 34 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about South Whitehall Area
- What do homes cost in South Whitehall Area?
- The median home value in South Whitehall Area is about $273,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the South Whitehall Area housing market?
- there are 10 homes for sale in South Whitehall Area right now, and 34 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve South Whitehall Area?
- South Whitehall Area is served by Montague Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Whitehall Senior High School (7/10).
- Is South Whitehall Area walkable?
- South Whitehall Area scores 2.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.