Homes for Rent in South Gull Lake, MI

South Gull Lake sits along the southern shores of Gull Lake about 13 miles east of Kalamazoo. Residents often refer to the area simply as "The Bay." Life here centers on the water, where fishing, sailing and diving are common, and sailors compete in events such as the Gull Lake Regatta and the Gull Lake Sailing School Fun Regatta from June through August. Gull Lake’s marinas, clear depths reaching 113 feet, and underwater relics like a sunken steamboat and old railroad tracks draw both recreational boaters and divers. Just east of the lake, Wintergreen Lake and the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary add nearly a mile of trails, a pollinator garden, and 180 acres of wildlife habitats to the list of things to do.

Housing ranges from condos and low-slung ranch homes to larger lakeside cottages on wooded lots that are typically under half an acre, especially near the busier commercial zone with markets, restaurants and a gas station. East D Avenue has small local spots such as Captain Mo’s Market, The Vintage Modern Shop, Chicken House, and Compass + Cleaver. Nearby, the Gilmore Car Museum hosts national car events that bring in thousands of visitors.

Families looking at South Gull Lake will find highly rated public schools, including Kellogg Elementary School, Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School, Gull Lake Middle School and Gull Lake High School. Getting around generally requires a car due to limited sidewalks and a lack of local public transit.