2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area
Great schools with outdoor access
12 homes for sale·Median $175K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 6.6/10
The daily rhythm here centers on short walks—to the grocery, to dinner, to the transit stop—rather than drives. Hemlock Park sits practically on the doorstep, and downtown shops and restaurants line the blocks within easy reach. A handful of 1940s bungalows and older homes with original character anchor the streets, many recently updated with new roofs, windows, and fresh bathrooms. Corner lots and alleys provide off-street parking, while fenced yards offer private outdoor space.
Why people love it here
Riverview Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.8 mi away
- Big Rapids
- 5 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 69 parks within 1 mile
- Mitchell Creek Park: 7 min walk
- Park on 12 Mile Rd: 8 min walk
$175K median
- 12 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area
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$1,188/mo

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See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 10/10
School District: Big Rapids Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
69
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area
- What do homes cost in 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area?
- The median home value in 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area is about $175,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area housing market?
- there are 12 homes for sale in 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area right now, and 12 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area?
- 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area is served by Big Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Riverview Elementary School (10/10).
- Is 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area walkable?
- 2nd Ave & Hemlock St Area scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.