Alward Estates West
Strong schools draw families here
Median $582K·Walkability 1.2/10·Schools 8.6/10
The tree line along the eastern edge gives way to modest Craftsman homes built on just under half an acre each, stone and vinyl siding catching the light in a way that feels both settled and still relatively new. Alward Estates West sits within the Highpoint Acres Area, about 23 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which means you're close enough to the city's pull but far enough out that you've actually got land around you. Homes here run around $855K, and the subdivision spreads across 76 acres with its own quiet cadence. A grocery store sits about a mile away, and Rush Creek Park is under a mile if you want a quick outdoor break. Kids feed into Hudsonville Public School District, and the airport is just under 33 minutes if you travel regularly.
Why people love it here
Hudsonville Freshman Building
- High — 2.0 mi away
- Hudsonville
- 4 rated schools in district
$582K median
- 6 sales in last 12mo
16,287 sq ft avg lots
- 143 homes
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Median home price in Alward Estates West
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,949/mo
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6 homes sold in Alward Estates West this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 8 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 10/10
School District: Hudsonville Public School District
Median Sale Price
$582K
6 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
143
Median Lot Size
0.34 ac
0.26 ac – 1.3 ac
Homeowner Rate
95%
Principal residence
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Subway
BIGGBY COFFEE
+1 more
Bosco’s Pub
+1 more
Rush Creek Park
+1 more
Rush Creek Park Playground
Rushmore Lake
+1 more
Georgetown Community Park Beach
Bursly trail
Highpoint Acres Area Trail
Georgetown Launch
Snap Fitness
Rite Aid
Georgetown Township Public Library
Hudsonville Early Childhood Center
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
Crime in Alward Estates West 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Alward Estates West home (around $581,750) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $103k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,869 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,869/mo | $103,184 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,455/mo | $118,796 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,651/mo | $124,017 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Georgetown Charter Township
Source: gtwp.com · unconfirmed
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
~$891/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,237 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressServices for Georgetown · Source: gtwp.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Alward Estates West 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
Rush Creek Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Licari's Sicilian Pizza Kitchen-No.2
Restaurant
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
Signatures Coffee & Espresso
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(17)
+14 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(24)
School
Baldwin Street Middle School
School
+19 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(8)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Highpoint Acres Area Trail
Bike Path
+5 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(8)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+5 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Hudsonville Early Childhood Center
Childcare Center
⚡ EV Charging(2)
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Alward Estates West
- What do homes cost in Alward Estates West?
- The median home value in Alward Estates West is about $581,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Alward Estates West housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Alward Estates West right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Alward Estates West?
- Alward Estates West is served by Hudsonville Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Hudsonville Freshman Building (9/10).
- Is Alward Estates West walkable?
- Alward Estates West scores 1.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.