Wayland
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Wayland is a city, part of Wayland Union Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $305,000.
11 homes for sale·Median $305K·Walkability 3.2/10·Schools 5.4/10
Wayland sits about halfway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo in northeastern Allegan County, right off US-131 exit 64—a location that puts downtown Grand Rapids about 27 minutes away and Gerald R. Ford Airport roughly half an hour's drive. The town itself is small, around 4,100 residents spread across 1,925 acres, giving the whole place a sparse suburban feel where you've got room to breathe but everything essential is close enough to reach on foot. The Rabbit River Nature Trail is just a five-minute walk away, and there are five parks within a mile, along with grocery stores, coffee shops, and about nine restaurants all within quick reach—so you can grab what you need without planning an expedition. Homes here run around $300K, which reflects what you're getting: genuine small-town living with modern access, not some distant exurb.
Why people love it here
$72K median household income
- $305K median · 39 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Wayland Mini Park: 4 min walk
- Wayland City Park: 9 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Wayland
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,071/mo
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39 homes sold in Wayland this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Income
$72K
Household
Median Sale Price
$305K
39 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,275 – $1,500 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rabbit River Nature Trail
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Wayland Union Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Harding's Markets
Salvinos Ristorante
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Biggby Coffee
Hilliards Corner Lounge
Wayland Mini Park
+1 more
Playground in Miles Add To Lomax City Area
Hill Lake
+1 more
Trail Head to Split
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Henika District Library
To buy a median-priced Wayland home (around $305,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $51k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,909 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Wayland household earns $71,797 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $448,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,909/mo | $50,894 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,219/mo | $59,170 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,323/mo | $61,953 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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 and median property taxes, 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 Wayland, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
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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.
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Solar potential
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,359 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged hauler
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Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional electric provider.
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Utility, solar, and service details for Wayland 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.
Median Income
$72K
Home Value (Census)
$201K
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,275 – $1,500 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(2)
Grocery Store
Dick's Market
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Wayland Hopkins Livestock Auction House Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
Fast Food
☕ Coffee(1)
Café
🏫 Schools(8)
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School
School
+3 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Wayland North Park Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
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Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
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Living in Wayland: the details
Is Wayland a good place to live?
Here is what the data shows about living in Wayland. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This city is part of Wayland Union Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $305,000.
What does it cost to live in Wayland?
Homes in Wayland sell for a median of about $305,000. There are 11 homes for sale here right now and 39 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Wayland
- What do homes cost in Wayland?
- The median home value in Wayland is about $305,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Wayland housing market?
- there are 11 homes for sale in Wayland right now, and 39 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Wayland?
- Wayland is served by Wayland Union Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is RJ Steeby School (7/10).
- Is Wayland walkable?
- Wayland scores 3.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
