Vandercook Lake
Neighborhood in Jackson, Michigan
Jackson County 49201, 49203
Waterfront or golf course houses in Vandercook Lake
The older homes are in the western part of the neighborhood, closer to the 145-acre lake, and prices vary depending on location. Ranch-style and Cape Cods built in the early to mid-20th century range from $70,000 to $300,000. A mix of larger cottages and contemporary styles, including some waterfront properties are priced between $200,000 and $530,000. While the waterfront views are attractive, there is a flood risk for the homes by the water and along some neighborhood streets after heavy rains. Contemporary colonial and traditional-style homes built in the last 30 years around the Grande Golf Club go from $350,000 to $550,000. The average size in the Vandercook Lake neighborhood is just under 2,000 square feet. “When a house goes on the market here, it’s gone fast. People love the affordability of this area,” Applegate says. The neighborhood also enjoys a low crime rate, an overall 2 CAP score lower than the national average of 4.Stuffed pizza and sports décor at Klavon’s
Detroit-style deep dishes or Chicago-style stuffed pizzas are some of the specialties at Klavon’s Pizzeria & Pub, a local restaurant off Route 127, the main highway that leads to Jackson and Interstate 94 to the north. There’s pub seating and plenty of opportunity to catch a sporting event on the many TVs. Bone Island Grille is just blocks from the water and has everything from seafood to barbecue pork. Residents love the neighborhood's established locally-owned businesses, including Weatherwax Pharmacy and Vandercook Ace Hardware. The local grocery store is Polly’s Country Market, a family-owned Jackson chain that’s been a staple in the area for 90 years.Fun on Vandercook Lake
There are plenty of recreation opportunities on the water. Quiet World Sports rents paddleboards and kayaks. Motors are allowed on the water but cannot be rented at Quiet World Sports. Fishing and swimming are permitted; however, Jackson County reports that algae have appeared in sections of the lake in the summer of 2024. Water that looks green should be avoided. It’s not just summer when fun can happen in the water. “There have been ice fishermen who come out in the winter. The lake does freeze, but it doesn’t create as hard a surface for ice skating as it did in the past,” Kulchinski says. Vandercook Lake County Park is 21 acres on the waterfront with a boat launch, swimming area and playground. About 90 years ago, the park was the site of an amusement park that burned down. Grande Golf Club opened in 2001 and is a scenic 18-hole course.Vandercook Lake is outside the Jackson city limits
Because homes around Vandercook Lake are outside the Jackson city limits, no bus routes come near the neighborhood. However, the Jackson Area Transportation Authority does offer the Reserve-a-Ride program on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. People who use the service must make advanced reservations, and rides are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Route 127 is a four-lane highway on the neighborhood’s eastern side and can lead to downtown Jackson via Business 127 and I-94.Vandercook Lake Public Schools
For students in the area who opt for public schools, two nearby schools complete the K-12 process. Townsend Elementary School is rated a C-minus on Niche, has prekindergarten through sixth-grade students, and has a 15-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Vandercook Lake Middle and High School accepts students in grades 7-12. The school gets a C rating. Ninth graders at the school can begin to take electives like computer coding or outdoor recreation, which teaches the basics of camping, boating and hiking. All school districts within Jackson County participate in the School of Choice program. During a specific time of year, families can select their school within the county, and a decision will be made based on the availability and location of the family. Jackson Christian is a private school for prekindergarten through 12th grade. It gets a B-plus overall Niche grade.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Doug Beiswanger
Doug Beiswanger
Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
(517) 684-2922
519 Total Sales
25 in Vandercook Lake
$8K - $715K Price Range
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Jill Kleine
Jill Kleine
The Charles Reinhart Company
(734) 821-4787
92 Total Sales
1 in Vandercook Lake
$229,900 Price
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Cathryn Ewers
Cathryn Ewers
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
(517) 879-1865
93 Total Sales
1 in Vandercook Lake
$203,000 Price
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Heather Herndon
Heather Herndon
Howard Hanna Real Estate
(517) 742-3134
808 Total Sales
40 in Vandercook Lake
$12K - $399K Price Range
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Jodi Burns-Buehrer
Jodi Burns-Buehrer
ERA REARDON REALTY, L.L.C.
(517) 768-4989
139 Total Sales
4 in Vandercook Lake
$37K - $400K Price Range
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Kirsten Knueppel-Mogle
Kirsten Knueppel-Mogle
RE/MAX Mid-Michigan
(517) 684-3016
202 Total Sales
9 in Vandercook Lake
$18K - $376K Price Range
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Vandercook Lake Park
Ella Sharp Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Vandercook Lake | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Vandercook Lake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Vandercook Lake, Jackson sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Vandercook Lake, Jackson over the last 12 months is $178,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$185,000
Median Sale Price
$178,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$180,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
141
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$156
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
821
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1997
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,676
Below the national average
1,933
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
649
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,117
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
4,330
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,912
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,762
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.7%
% Population in Labor Force
58%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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