Boerema Park No.1 Area
Space and nature
7 homes for sale·Median $370K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 5.5/10
If you're tired of hearing your neighbors through paper-thin walls and you think a 4.43-acre lot sounds like the perfect buffer zone, then this corner of Kent County might just be your sanctuary. Out here, about 30 minutes from Grand Rapids via US-131, you'll find yourself on genuine acreage where the biggest decision of your morning is whether to check on the pond or take a walk through your own woods before that first cup of coffee. The nearby lakes and recreational areas aren't just weekend destinations — they're part of your daily landscape.
Why people love it here
9.7 acre avg lots
- 1,385 homes
Lake life
- Englewright Lake within walking distance
- Baptist Lake: 4 min drive
- Conover Lake: 4 min drive
$370K median
- 18 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Boerema Park No.1 Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,512/mo
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18 homes sold in Boerema Park No.1 Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$370K
18 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Englewright Lake Public Access
2.1 mi
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Englewright Lake Public Access
2.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Englewright Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Grant Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Englewright Lake Public Access
Baptist Lake
+1 more
Beach in Village Of Croton Area
North Country National Scenic Trail
Spring Lake Launch
Crime in Boerema Park No.1 Area 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 Newaygo County.
Newaygo County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Boerema Park No.1 Area home (around $370,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $66k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,461 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,461/mo | $65,626 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,833/mo | $75,556 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,958/mo | $78,876 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
4 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$18K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$72K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Boerema Park No.1 Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
Ensley Township
Source: ensleytownship.org · 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
~$915/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,402 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic typical.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU.
Confirm by addressArea fire department (Sand Lake/Grant area, mutual aid)
SE township near Sand Lake; covered by nearest area fire dept.
Services for Ensley · Source: ensleytownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Boerema Park No.1 Area 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.
Frequently asked about Boerema Park No.1 Area
- What do homes cost in Boerema Park No.1 Area?
- The median home value in Boerema Park No.1 Area is about $370,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Boerema Park No.1 Area housing market?
- there are 7 homes for sale in Boerema Park No.1 Area right now, and 18 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Boerema Park No.1 Area?
- Boerema Park No.1 Area is served by Grant Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Sand Lake Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Boerema Park No.1 Area walkable?
- Boerema Park No.1 Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
