Baxter'S Sub.
Walkable and connected
Median $203K·Walkability 6.6/10·Schools 4.1/10
So you've got two acres of tight lots—tenth of an acre each—in the heart of Southeast Grand Rapids, where downtown is five minutes away and you can walk to coffee in three. The dining scene within a mile is legitimately crowded with nearly three hundred spots; grocery runs are a quick six-minute walk, and the nearest transit stop is basically at your doorstep. Cherry Hill Green sits five minutes on foot if you need green space, though there are nineteen parks within a mile if you're counting. Homes here run around $171K, which is the kind of price that means you're not buying square footage—you're buying location and access, the kind of place where you don't need a car for the everyday things.
Why people love it here
Very walkable
- Ellnora's Kitchen: 2 min walk
- 29 places within a 10 min walk
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 2.8 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$203K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in Baxter'S Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,375/mo
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Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Fannies Corner
Ellnora's Kitchen
+1 more
The Bradbury Cafe
The Grey Rabbit
Cherry Hill Green
+1 more
Cherry Hill Green Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Grandville Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Eastern/Bemis (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Madison Square Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Based on 32 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$203K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
18
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
1581 sq ft – 0.15 ac
Crime in Baxter'S Sub. 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 Baxter'S Sub. home (around $202,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $36k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,347 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,347/mo | $35,917 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,551/mo | $41,352 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,619/mo | $43,169 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$280K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$140K
Median
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,334 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Baxter'S Sub. 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
Cherry Hill Green
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
95
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Ellnora's Kitchen
Restaurant
Tasty Fish & Chicken
Restaurant
Pacific Moon
Restaurant
Živio
Restaurant
Good Truckin' Diner
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Henry School
Morris School
Grand Rapids High School
School
Blodgett School
Vandenberg School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(16)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+13 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Baxter'S Sub.
- What do homes cost in Baxter'S Sub.?
- The median home value in Baxter'S Sub. is about $202,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Baxter'S Sub. housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Baxter'S Sub. right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Baxter'S Sub.?
- Baxter'S Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Baxter'S Sub. walkable?
- Baxter'S Sub. scores 6.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.