Wayland Union Schools
Surrounded by nature
Median $355K·Walkability 2.3/10·Schools 5.4/10
Rabbit River Nature Trail sits just a two-minute walk from the heart of Wayland Union Schools' territory, and that proximity to green space feels representative of the whole district—spread across nearly 57,000 acres that weave through multiple communities in West Michigan, roughly halfway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. The district itself serves 2,765 students across seven schools, with the kind of community investment that shows up in tangible ways: a $39 million Fine Arts Center that opened in 2010, built after residents passed a bond, and newer facilities still coming online. Students here develop serious chops in performing arts—the kind of program where consistent festival recognition matters—and there's genuine school spirit around the Wildcats athletic teams.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Selkirk Lake within walking distance
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Main Loop: 1 min walk
- Rabbit River Nature Trail: 3 min walk
$355K median
- 178 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Wayland Union Schools
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,410/mo
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178 homes sold in Wayland Union Schools this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rabbit River Nature Trail
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Selkirk Lake
0.0 mi
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
Wayland Hopkins Livestock Auction House Restaurant
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
Hilliards Corner Lounge
Rabbit River Nature Trail
+1 more
Playground in Miles Add To Lomax City Area
Hill Lake
+1 more
Main Loop
Wayland North Park Trail
Henika District Library
Crime in Wayland Union Schools 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Wayland Union Schools home (around $355,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $63k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,361 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,361/mo | $62,965 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,718/mo | $72,493 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,838/mo | $75,679 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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
16 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$130K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$292K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$450K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$113K
Median
Who actually lends in Wayland Union Schools, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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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.
Solar potential
~$900/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,295 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Wayland Union Schools 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(2)
Grocery Store
Dick's Market
Grocery Store
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Wayland Hopkins Livestock Auction House Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Fast Food
Fast Food
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(1)
Café
🏫 Schools(8)
School
School
School
+3 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Wayland North Park Trail
Bike Path
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Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Frequently asked about Wayland Union Schools
- What do homes cost in Wayland Union Schools?
- The median home value in Wayland Union Schools is about $355,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Wayland Union Schools housing market?
- there are 56 homes for sale in Wayland Union Schools right now, and 178 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Wayland Union Schools?
- Wayland Union Schools is served by Wayland Union Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is RJ Steeby School (7/10).
- Is Wayland Union Schools walkable?
- Wayland Union Schools scores 2.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.