Rapid City
Neighborhood in Elk Rapids, Michigan
Antrim County 49676
A mix of houses in Rapid City and along the lakefront
Ranch-style and manufactured homes are common across Rapid City, typically ranging between $90,000 and $350,000 depending on acreage. Along the lakefront and Rapid River, older cottages and farmhouses from the 1970s sit alongside newer custom homes. “There’s still a fair amount of older homes, but it’s not uncommon for them to sell and get bulldozed for something nice and new,” Swartz says. Pines and tall trees sit between properties to offer some privacy, and many homeowners can access the waterways from private docks and beaches. Riverfront homes typically sell for $700,000 to $825,000, while lakefront homes range from $1.6 to $1.9 million.While vacationers are common in the area, rental properties and summer homes aren’t super common in Rapid City. “The whole short-term rental thing is becoming a hot term in the townships, and they are trying to make it pleasant for the people who live there full time,” Swartz assures. “The bulk of the houses on Torch Lake are not short term.”
Torch Lake Sandbar, plus hiking at Seven Bridges Natural Area
While much of the Torch Lake shoreline is private property, there are plenty of public access points just off Crystal Beach Road, where locals can wade into the water or launch watercraft. The Torch Lake Sandbar is a popular tourist destination in the region, where adventures can anchor their boats in shallow waters and mingle among other seafarers. Deeper parts of the Sandbar are popular with paddleboarding and water skiing.Beyond the lake, the area is also home to nature preserves, like the 300-acre Seven Bridges Nature Area. Wildflowers line its wooded walking trails, and wanderers can stop by the river to fish. In Rapid City, Freedom Park offers a walking path and a baseball field.
Rapid City students attend Kalkaska schools
Located within the town, Rapid City Elementary School receives a C-plus from Niche. The rest of the schools are in Kalkaska. Kalkaska Middle School receives a C. Kalkaska High School, rated B-minus, hosts a number of fundraisers throughout the year.Rapid City's summer festivals and concert series
In the summer, Clearwater Township Hall in the center of town hosts many of Rapid City’s events. For five weeks from July to August, Thursday Night Live brings live music, beer and crafts to the community. Every late August, the four-day Rapid City Heritage Festival includes carnival rides, a parade, a car show and a vendor market.Nearby amenities in Kalkaska and Rapid City
Nearby towns have shopping as well as the area schools. Kalkaska is about 10 miles away, accessible via Rapid City Road. Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is also here, about 11 miles away. Traverse City, the closest big city, is about 23 miles away, featuring the nearest airport, Cherry Capital Airport.Restaurants by the lake and Rapid City's only grocery store
Up by the lake, Johnny’s Torch Riviera is a small red barn where people can order from plenty of pasta and seafood options. Bluewater Bistro and Pizzeria’s blue walls match its name. The garage-style windows open to make a more flexible space between the indoor and patio seating. The menu features plenty of seafood options, like whitefish, walleye and cod. People can enjoy hot dogs and ice cream on the porch at Torch Lake Cones and Coffee. “The nice thing about Rapid City is that they do have Village Market, which is a nice little grocery store with a deli counter,” Swartz says. “You can get your shopping done without having to go to Traverse City.” A Dollar General is also located here. For more options, Northland Food and Family Center is 10 miles away in Kalkaska.
Written By
Caroline Ernst
Photography Contributed By
Jonathan Fairfield
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Chad Anderson
Chad Anderson
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Schmidt-Kalkas
(231) 642-9886
186 Total Sales
5 in Rapid City
$25K - $365K Price Range
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Bob Bailey
Bob Bailey
Responds QuicklyREO-TCBellaire-233025
(231) 300-9601
207 Total Sales
2 in Rapid City
$13K - $14K Price Range
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Donald Fedrigon
Donald Fedrigon
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Of Elk Rapids
(231) 714-6957
535 Total Sales
23 in Rapid City
$10K - $2.5M Price Range
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Ryan Craig
Ryan Craig
Responds Quickly@properties Christie's Int'l
(231) 715-5287
229 Total Sales
1 in Rapid City
$323,000 Price
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Christina Ingersoll
Christina Ingersoll
Responds QuicklyREMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
(231) 714-6374
408 Total Sales
2 in Rapid City
$154K - $276K Price Range
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Jeffrey Fitch
Jeffrey Fitch
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Schmidt-Kalkas
(231) 715-5274
116 Total Sales
2 in Rapid City
$110K - $170K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 4th to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Freedom Park
Heritage Park
Ashmun Bay Park
Seven Bridges Nature Area
Torch Lake Sand Bar
Torch River Access Park
Helena Township Ball Park
Torch Lake Public Swimming Park
Rapid City DNR Launch Ramp
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rapid City | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rapid City Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rapid City, Elk Rapids sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Rapid City, Elk Rapids over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$494,900
Median Sale Price
$380,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$494,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$470
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
304
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,382
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,740
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,470
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,529
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,603
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
20.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
% Population in Labor Force
50.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
88''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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