Wayland
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Wayland is a township, part of Wayland Union Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $344,000.
8 homes for sale·Median $344K·Walkability 1.5/10·Schools 5.0/10
...and what really strikes you is just how much breathing room there is. Wayland spans over twenty thousand acres across Allegan County, so you're looking at genuine land—the kind of space that lets you think. The village center has what you need right there: a grocery store and restaurants within steps, a coffee shop about a seven-minute walk away, and a dozen more dining spots scattered within a mile if you're in the mood to explore. Head out a couple miles and you've got Selkirk Lake Public Access for when you want to get on the water. The whole setup feels unhurried without feeling remote.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Selkirk Lake within walking distance
- Mud Lake: 8 min bike
- Pickerel Lake: 4 min drive
$87K median household income
- $344K median · 26 sales in last 12mo
Explore Wayland
Same name, different focus — Wayland is also covered as:
- Wayland City — city details
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Median home price in Wayland
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,332/mo
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26 homes sold in Wayland this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Selkirk Lake Public Access
2.8 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Selkirk Lake
0.0 mi
Median Income
$87K
Household
Median Sale Price
$344K
26 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,325/mo
$1,225 – $1,450 · estimated range
Parcels
1
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Wayland Union Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Town & Country Supermarket
McDonald's
Yankee Springs Township Park
Mud Lake
+1 more
Beach at Gun Lake
Trail Head to Split
Gun Lake Gym
Henika District Library
Most of Wayland is policed by the Allegan County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (433 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (129 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.001% of the population, roughly 1 in 100,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 433 |
| Burglary | 129 |
| Aggravated assault | 78 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 58 |
| Rape | 9 |
| Arson | 7 |
| Robbery | 5 |
| Homicide | 1 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Allegan County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Allegan County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Wayland alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Wayland home (around $343,500) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $56k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,097 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Wayland household earns $86,604 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $553,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,097/mo | $55,915 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,446/mo | $65,237 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,564/mo | $68,371 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$16K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$375K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Wayland, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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.
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
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,359 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider.
Confirm by addressNo local township PD; county sheriff (city of Wayland has its own PD).
City of Wayland FD (Chief Jon Timmers) serves the township by contract/mutual aid.
Source: waytwp.org
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
$87K
Home Value (Census)
$312K
Expected Rent
$1,325/mo
$1,225 – $1,450 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(3)
Town & Country Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Tom's Meat Market on Gun Lake
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(5)
Fast Food
Curly Cone
Fast Food
Tujax Tu
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
☕ Coffee(1)
Café
🏫 Schools(5)
School
School
School
💪 Gyms(1)
Gun Lake Gym
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
Selkirk Lake Public Access
Yankee Springs Township Park
Payne Lake Public Access
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
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Living in Wayland: the details
Is Wayland a good place to live?
Wayland is a strong fit if you want green space nearby — 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 township is part of Wayland Union Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $344,000.
What does it cost to live in Wayland?
Homes in Wayland sell for a median of about $344,000. There are 8 homes for sale here right now and 26 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 $343,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Wayland housing market?
- there are 8 homes for sale in Wayland right now, and 26 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 Wayland Union Middle School (5/10).
- Is Wayland walkable?
- Wayland scores 1.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
