Alpine Estates
Solid value in a growing area
Median $355K·Walkability 4.3/10·Schools 4.5/10
Life here moves on a different rhythm than most suburbs—there's a grocery store a two-minute walk away, a restaurant practically on your corner, and transit steps from your door, which means the daily errands don't require much planning or a long drive anywhere (downtown Grand Rapids is about ten minutes off if you need it). Alpine Estates Park sits a short walk away, and seven parks within a mile give you actual options depending on the mood. The subdivision spreads across 193 acres in the Harding Estates Area, fed by Walker Charter Academy, and homes here run around $325K—modest enough that you're not financing someone else's waterfront view. Close to the airport (about 25 minutes), close to the city, close to everything except the feeling that you had to choose between convenience and space: you got both.
Why people love it here
$355K median
- 6 sales in last 12mo
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Alpine Estates
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,413/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
Meijer
Jimmy John's
+1 more
BIGGBY COFFEE
F.O.P. Hall
+1 more
Alpine Estates Park
Alpine Estates Park Playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
3 Mile/Valley (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
West Leonard Library
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 6/10
School District: Walker Charter Academy
Crime in Alpine Estates 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 Estates home (around $355,450) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $63k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,364 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,364/mo | $63,045 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,722/mo | $72,585 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,842/mo | $75,775 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
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
~$878/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,407 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System (Walker is a customer community)
Walker buys water/sewer from City of Grand Rapids, which bills residents directly.
City of Grand Rapids (Walker is a customer community)
Sewer billed/collected by City of Grand Rapids; Walker DPW maintains local storm sewers.
Republic Services / Waste Management (resident-arranged)
City does not provide trash/recycling; residents use private haulers (Republic, WM).
Services for Walker · Source: walkermi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Alpine Estates 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Alpine Estates Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(28)
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Restaurant
Grocery Store
+25 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Wingstop
Fast Food
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Fast Food
Fazoli's
Fast Food
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Simons School
Harrison Park Academy
Villa Maria School
Greenbridge School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(11)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+8 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Bike Path
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Daycare
Childcare Center
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Alpine Estates
- What do homes cost in Alpine Estates?
- The median home value in Alpine Estates is about $355,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Alpine Estates housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Alpine Estates right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Alpine Estates?
- Alpine Estates is served by Walker Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is Alpine Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Alpine Estates walkable?
- Alpine Estates scores 4.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.