Alpine
Easy outdoor access
Median $373K·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 5.6/10
You're about four miles northwest of downtown, where the commercial spine of Alpine Avenue (M-37) runs thick with retail—Target, Walmart, Aldi, Sam's Club—alongside restaurants and an AMC Theater, all anchoring what's become one of the region's largest shopping corridors. Beyond that strip lies something quieter: three-quarters of the township is still farmland, and this particular stretch has been apple country for generations, part of "The Ridge" that supplies 40 percent of Michigan's crop, thanks to airflow patterns and elevation that ward off frost in spring. Drive time to downtown is short enough that you're not really removed, but the sense of space—tree-lined streets, fenced yards, finished basements in ranch and Cape Cod homes—suggests something more spacious than suburban. Amore Trattoria Italiana draws crowds for Italian fine dining, while farm stands like Brechtings and Schwallier's (complete with apple cannons) sit alongside newer breweries and seasonal events, creating an odd and workable mix of agrarian heritage and contemporary commerce.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Elk Lake — 0.6 mi
- Unnamed park: 5 min drive
- Mead Lake: 5 min drive
$373K median
- 64 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Alpine
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,529/mo
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See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Thrifty Outlet
Wendy's
Circle K
Perrin Brewin Company
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Mead Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Rifle Range Road Northeast
Unnamed bike_path
Rogue River Launch (A-41-011)
Snap Fitness
Lamoreaux/Berkenshire (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL Comstock Park
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 7/10
School District: Kenowa Hills Public Schools
Crime in Alpine is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Alpine home (around $372,500) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,511 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,511/mo | $66,961 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,890/mo | $77,069 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,018/mo | $80,468 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
9 parcels
Active / pending
Median Price
$145K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Alpine, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,289 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Sheriff district car covers 4 townships; Alpine contracts an additional dedicated patrol shift.
Alpine Township Fire Department
Combination dept; full-time chief/inspector + 6 FT + paid-on-call; 3 stations.
Services for Alpine · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Alpine are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(14)
Cielito Lindo
Grocery Store
Thrifty Outlet
Grocery Store
Daily Deals Food Outlet
Grocery Store
+11 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Wendy's
Restaurant
Fricano's Pizza Restaurant
Restaurant
Tandoori hut Gr
Restaurant
Amore Trattoria Italiana
Restaurant
Mr Burger
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
Perrin Brewin Company
Pub
The Pack Indoor Dog Park, Restaurant and Bar
Park
The Pack Restaurant and Bar
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
Koon School
Wheeler School
School
School
Post School
+23 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
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Frequently asked about Alpine
- What do homes cost in Alpine?
- The median home value in Alpine is about $372,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Alpine housing market?
- there are 23 homes for sale in Alpine right now, and 64 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Alpine?
- Alpine is served by Kenowa Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Comstock Park High School (7/10).
- Is Alpine walkable?
- Alpine scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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