Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition
Strong schools draw families here
Median $230K·Walkability 5.8/10·Schools 6.5/10
Out here, you're in a residential stretch where the bones of homes run solid—hardwood floors, good closet space, updated kitchens, and the kind of layouts that don't fight you on a Saturday morning. Front porches and back patios anchor the feel; garages give you room to breathe. The neighborhood sits close enough to errands that a quick drive handles groceries in under ten minutes, and if you want to grab coffee or eat out, you're looking at a pleasant walk or a six-minute drive to one of fifteen restaurants within a mile. Second Ward Park is right there—a three-minute walk—and five parks altogether within a mile, so access to green space isn't a hunt. Twin Lakes sits about a mile and a half away if you're chasing water. The walkability works well enough for fitness and dining, though you'll likely use your car for most errands; it's the kind of place where the trade-off is space and quieter streets without feeling cut off.
Why people love it here
Northeastern Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.7 mi away
- Hastings Area
- 6 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Hastings Riverwalk: 2 min walk
- Second Ward Park: 5 min walk
$230K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,558/mo
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Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 8/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Second Ward Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Tom's Meat Market
R&D Pizzeria
+1 more
State Grounds Coffee House
Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro
Second Ward Park
+1 more
Playground on E Vedder Rd
Carter Lake
Hastings Dog Park
Hastings Riverwalk
The Other Body Shop
Hastings Pharmacy
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Crime in Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition home (around $229,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $41k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,526 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,526/mo | $40,706 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,757/mo | $46,865 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,835/mo | $48,925 |
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.
Solar potential
~$913/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,392 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition 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(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Phil's Galley
Restaurant
R&D Pizzeria
Restaurant
Mexican Connections
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's
Fast Food
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(18)
Central School
Northeastern School
Hastings High School
School
Hastings Center School
+13 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
Hastings Riverwalk
Bike Path
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition
- What do homes cost in Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition?
- The median home value in Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition is about $229,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition housing market?
- no homes are listed in Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition?
- Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition walkable?
- Bennett and Kenfield'S Addition scores 5.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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