Sheldon Park
Neighborhood in Muskegon, Michigan
Muskegon County 49442
Midcentury bungalows and ranch-style houses
Sheldon Park is predominantly made up of bungalows and ranch-style houses on lots of about a quarter-acre. "Most of the homes were built between the 1940s and '60s," says Medendorp. "But you'll find a few built before World War II." These single-family homes offer anywhere from 600 to 2,200 square feet of living space, with prices ranging from $55,000 to $225,000. The neighborhood has a few empty lots where houses can be built. There aren't many modern houses, but a 1,400-square-foot, three-bedroom ranch-style house built in 2023 sold for $260,000.
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Ball games and playground fun at Sheldon Park
Sheldon Park, the neighborhood's namesake park, has three ball fields used by Muskegon East Little League. Youth baseball and softball games draw families to the park to cheer on kids and grab snacks from the concession stand. Mature red oaks surround the park and provide shade during ball games and for children playing on the new playground, which was installed in 2024.
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Three elementary school options in Sheldon Park
Muskegon Public Schools offers a school choice program for elementary students. The closest option, Oakview Elementary, is on the neighborhood's south side and earns a C-minus grade from Niche. Students go on to Charles Hackley Middle School, which has yet to be graded since opening in 2024. Muskegon High School earns a C-plus, and the Big Reds football team won the Division II state championship in 2023.Sheldon Park is also home to Three Oaks Public School Academy, a charter school that earns a C-minus grade and serves kindergarten through sixth-grade students. It's right next to Muskegon Christian School, a private, faith-based elementary school with a Spanish immersion program.
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Neighborhood meetings, dumpster days and events
The Sheldon Park Neighborhood Association hosts monthly meetings to keep locals informed about what's happening in the neighborhood. They hold two clean-up days a year to keep the neighborhood looking clean. The association also plans community events, such as an Easter egg hunt at Sheldon Park, where participants can win prizes from local businesses.A 2-mile drive or bus ride to downtown Muskegon
Commuters can take a Muskegon Area Transit System bus from any of the neighborhood's main roads, including Apple Avenue, which leads 2 miles west to downtown Muskegon. U.S. 31 runs along the east side of Sheldon Park, running north and south through the entire state of Michigan. It can also be taken 8 miles south to Muskegon County Airport. Flyers can take Southern Airways Express to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, though the carrier's single propeller-powered airplanes take more than 90 minutes to complete the trip, according to flight data. A new, jet-based airline is awaiting federal approval under the Essential Air Service program to take over the route, cutting flight time to 30 minutes.Big box retailers and a staple candy shop
Much of the neighborhood's stores and restaurants are on Apple Avenue to the north and Getty Street to the west of the residential area. On Apple Avenue, there are such national retailers as Aldi, Dollar Tree and Citi Trends. The main road also has several fast-food restaurants from which to choose. Meanwhile, Getty Street has more local establishments, such as McDonald's Candies, a community staple that has been making homemade treats since 1941 using two chocolate machines. "We have a lot of regulars," says Jenny Ledesma, a sales associate at McDonald's Candies since 1997, "People come every week – sometimes twice a week." The most popular product is the Seafoam, which Ledesman describes best. "It's a spongy, chocolate-covered candy that just dissolves in your mouth. It's easily our best seller." There are some local restaurants as well, including Kayla's Tacos and Fish N Chicks, known for its hearty soul food.
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Nicolas Stuart
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Leigh Lohman
Leigh Lohman
Capstone Real Estate LLC
(616) 612-2822
135 Total Sales
1 in Sheldon Park
$129,900 Price
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Kyle Geenen
Kyle Geenen
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
(616) 300-2318
744 Total Sales
9 in Sheldon Park
$41K - $85K Price Range
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Angela Hyde
Angela Hyde
Real Broker, LLC
(231) 366-9890
80 Total Sales
1 in Sheldon Park
$138,500 Price
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Pamela Derks
Pamela Derks
Responds QuicklyFive Star Real Estate Fremont
(231) 538-6445
348 Total Sales
1 in Sheldon Park
$55,000 Price
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Claire Ritter
Claire Ritter
Five Star Real Estate
(616) 816-5169
51 Total Sales
2 in Sheldon Park
$136K - $187K Price Range
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Chris Simpson
Chris Simpson
Nexes Realty Muskegon
(231) 638-4616
111 Total Sales
6 in Sheldon Park
$72K - $171K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
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- K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Marsh Field
Hackley Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Heritage Landing
Smith-Ryerson Park
St Joseph Park
Sheldon Park
Parslow Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sheldon Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sheldon Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sheldon Park, Muskegon sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Sheldon Park, Muskegon over the last 12 months is $148,950, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$149,900
Median Sale Price
$148,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$141,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
771
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,155
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
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
1,979
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,754
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,190
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.1%
College Graduates
15.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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