Is Mecosta, MI quiet?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say there's wildlife

Is a car needed in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say parking is easy

Are neighbors friendly in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Mecosta, MI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say kids play outside

Does Mecosta, MI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of Mecosta, MI plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in Mecosta, MI?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say there are community events

Is Mecosta, MI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 22% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is the price history for 9861 E School Section Lake Dr?

9861 E School Section Lake Dr in Mecosta, MI last sold for $58,000 in January 2026.

Is Mecosta a buyer's or seller's market?

Mecosta is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Mecosta?

Residents describe Mecosta, MI as quiet, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Mecosta, MI .

What are the closest schools to 9861 E School Section Lake Dr?

The closest schools to 9861 E School Section Lake Dr in Mecosta, MI are Barryton Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Chippewa Hills High School (Middle, rated 6/10), Chippewa Hills Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 5/10).

SOLD

JAN 5, 2026

$58,000

Last sold price

9861 E School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332

Est. Refi. Payment $424/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 5, 2026 for $58,000 (11% below list price)

Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bath	Sqft
9830 E School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI	0.05	Lot/Land	$26,000	09/15/25	-	-
9800 Avenue C, Mecosta, MI	0.26	Lot/Land	$56,000	07/09/26	-	-
224 E Hayes St, Mecosta, MI	1.25	Lot/Land	$47,500	12/16/25	-	-
LOT 85th Ave #C, Mecosta, MI	1.17	Lot/Land	$27,500	09/30/25	-	-
9010 Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI	0.89	Lot/Land	$265,000	04/03/26	-	-
LOT 85th Ave #A, Mecosta, MI	1.33	Lot/Land	$70,000	11/18/25	-	-
LOT 85th Ave #B, Mecosta, MI	1.36	Lot/Land	$45,000	01/12/26	-	-
LOT Hayes Rd #F, Mecosta, MI	1.42	Lot/Land	$62,500	05/22/26	-	-

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
9830 E School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.05	-	-	-	-	Off Market
9638 W School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.07	$335,000	4	1	1,400	For Sale
9632 W School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.08	$370,900	2	1	1,080	Off Market
W School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.16	$63,000	-	-	-	For Sale
9741 E School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.16	$395,300	3	1.5	951	Off Market
9444 W School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.17	$585,000	4	3	2,627	Recently Sold
9625 W School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.16	$209,100	2	1	1,096	Off Market
9593 W School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.17	$340,900	2	2	1,117	Off Market
9800 Avenue C, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.26	$56,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
9601 E School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332	0.27	$302,100	2	1	746	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Lot/Land

0.25 acre lot

About this House

Prime waterfront parcel with 60 feet of frontage on the channel connected to all-sports School Section Lake. Nicely wooded lot providing natural privacy and a mature canopy.
Convenient access to Canadian Lakes shopping and restaurants.
Scenic views of the channel make this lot ideal for building a vacation retreat or a year-round home.

9861 E School Section Lake Dr, Mecosta, MI 49332 is a lot/land. It last sold for $58,000 on Jan 5, 2026 (11% below the $65,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago

Listed by Susan Bean, (231) 580-9546

Big Rapids Realty

Bought with: Jennifer Murdoch, (517) 582-0755

Source: MichRIC, MLS#25060280

Home Details for 9861 E School Section Lake Dr

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Available, None
Gas & Electric Has Electric on Property

Exterior Features
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: ChannelOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer Water Body: School Section Lake

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Land
Property Information Parcel Number: 5411065024000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $65,000
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Dec 22 2025

Location
Direction & Address City: Mecosta
School Information High School District: Chippewa Hills

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Offer
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 25060280

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 5, 2026 Source: MichRIC #25060280	Sold	$58,000
Dec 22, 2025 Source: MichRIC #25060280	Pending	$65,000
Dec 1, 2025 Source: MichRIC #25060280	Listed For Sale	$65,000
Oct 8, 2025 Source: N/A	Sold	$5,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$327	$71,000

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Market trends in Mecosta

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What Locals Say about Mecosta

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say it's quiet
88 % Say there's wildlife
85 % Say car is needed
85 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say parking is easy
63 % Say neighbors are friendly
54 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say it's dog friendly
43 % Say kids play outside
43 % Say there's holiday spirit
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
27 % Say there are community events
22 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Mjeandpree
Resident
8y ago
"It’s wonderful people mind there own business. No dog complaints of any kind. Wildlife wondering around very best choice we’ve made."
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Georgie H.
13y ago
"We love it here it is a quiet and relaxing area. We would recommend the area to anyone looking for a peaceful place."
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Frequently asked questions about 9861 E School Section Lake Dr

What is the price history for 9861 E School Section Lake Dr?
9861 E School Section Lake Dr in Mecosta, MI last sold for $58,000 in January 2026.
Is Mecosta a buyer's or seller's market?
Mecosta is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Mecosta?
Residents describe Mecosta, MI as quiet, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Mecosta, MI.
What are the closest schools to 9861 E School Section Lake Dr?
The closest schools to 9861 E School Section Lake Dr in Mecosta, MI are Barryton Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Chippewa Hills High School (Middle, rated 6/10), Chippewa Hills Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 5/10).