Benj. F. Barendsen Add.
Strong schools draw families here
Median $246K·Walkability 6.0/10·Schools 4.4/10
The 15-acre subdivision sits in North Park, where ranch homes on modest lots anchor a neighborhood that values river access and open space over square footage. Downtown Grand Rapids is just 10 minutes away, but the feel here is residential and settled—tree-lined streets, early 20th-century homes mixed with mid-century ranches, and a real sense of neighbors who've stayed put. Homes run around $201K, and the median lot is about 5,600 square feet. A transit stop is steps away, and a dozen restaurants are within a mile, which matters when you're this close to the city but prefer to stay local. The real draw is proximity to what makes North Park tick: Riverside Park's trails and kayak launch are less than two miles down the road, and the Veterans Nature Trail is a five-minute walk from most addresses here.
Why people love it here
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.6 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Plenitful: 2 min walk
- 8 places within a 10 min walk
$246K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Benj. F. Barendsen Add.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,670/mo
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3 homes sold in Benj. F. Barendsen Add. this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
bp
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Plenitful
+1 more
Kobold's Kitchen
+1 more
Tap
+1 more
Veterans Nature Trail
Unnamed playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
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Unnamed bike path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Coit/Wolverine (SB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
KDL Comstock Park
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Median Sale Price
$246K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
63
Median Lot Size
0.12 ac
1742 sq ft – 0.31 ac
Crime in Benj. F. Barendsen Add. 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 Benj. F. Barendsen Add. home (around $246,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $44k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,636 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,636/mo | $43,632 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,884/mo | $50,234 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,967/mo | $52,442 |
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,331 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
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 Benj. F. Barendsen Add. 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
Veterans Nature Trail
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
31
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(27)
bp
Grocery Store
Rancho Bonito Supermarket MI
Grocery Store
Ken's Fruit Market
Grocery Store
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
Plenitful
Restaurant
Too Tall's - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats
Restaurant
616 Batter Mix
Restaurant
616 Kabob Stop – Authentic Mediterranean Grill & Burgers in Grand Rapids
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Tap
Bar
Switchback Gear Exchange - Bicycle Shop serving Kava & Beer
Bar
Vitale’s Sports Bar Lounge - Comstock Park
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Wellerwood School
School
All Saints Academy Upper Campus
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
EV Charging
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Benj. F. Barendsen Add.
- What do homes cost in Benj. F. Barendsen Add.?
- The median home value in Benj. F. Barendsen Add. is about $246,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Benj. F. Barendsen Add. housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Benj. F. Barendsen Add. right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Benj. F. Barendsen Add.?
- Benj. F. Barendsen Add. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Benj. F. Barendsen Add. walkable?
- Benj. F. Barendsen Add. scores 6.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.