Why Live in Bolles Harbor
Bolles Harbor in Monroe, MI, is a neighborhood designed for year-round living, with homes dating back to 1921. The area features a mix of Cape Cods, cottages, and ranch-style homes from the 1920s to 1970s, as well as newer traditional and Modern Craftsman homes built in recent decades. Homes along Lake Michigan have private access to the lake, complete with retaining walls, sandy strips, and fishing piers. The neighborhood park, located between Miami and Biscayne avenues, includes a playground, pavilion, tennis court, and baseball backstop, though it is prone to flooding. While there is no public beach access, residents can charter boats from local marinas for fishing and cruising. Rough Riders Café, a local favorite, offers beverages, snacks, and fishing gear, and allows fishing from its dock. Harbor Hook & Grille provides outdoor dining with harbor views. For shopping, residents head to grocers and retailers along North Telegraph Road or explore locally owned shops and restaurants in central Monroe. Commuting is primarily by car, with Interstate 75 providing access to Toledo, 20 miles south, and Detroit, 40 miles north. Major employers in the area include ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital, La-Z-Boy headquarters, and DTE Energy. Monroe Public Schools offer school choice, with the nearest options being Custer Elementary, Monroe Middle School, and Monroe High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bolles Harbor a good place to live?
Bolles Harbor is a good place to live. Bolles Harbor is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Bolles Harbor is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bolles Harbor has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.4 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $87,602 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 21.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Bolles Harbor are home owners, with 27.9% of residents renting and 72.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bolles Harbor can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bolles Harbor neighborhood guide.
Is Bolles Harbor, MI a safe neighborhood?
Bolles Harbor, MI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bolles Harbor?
The median home price in Bolles Harbor is $482,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $107K a year to afford the median home price in Bolles Harbor. The average household income in Bolles Harbor is $88K.
What are the best public schools in Bolles Harbor?
The best public schools that serve Bolles Harbor are:
- Monroe High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
- Custer I Elementary School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
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Home Trends in Bolles Harbor, MI
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$263
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Median List Price
$482,500
