Borculo
Solid value in a growing area
Median $435K·Walkability 3.3/10·Schools 5.0/10
Out here, the biggest draw is space—we're talking properties on an acre or more, with room for boat storage, detached garages, and ponds you can actually stock with fish. It's a small unincorporated community in Blendon township, about 22 miles from Grand Rapids, so you're close enough to the city but far enough that your backyard feels genuinely yours. Homes tend toward updated interiors with fireplaces, newer mechanicals, and decks that overlook actual land instead of a neighbor's fence. The area sits within Zeeland Public Schools, and there's a local Christian school right across the street from some properties—walkable for kids. You'll find authentic Italian food tucked into a corner convenience store, and the vibe is quietly residential, the kind of place where a quiet street and mature trees matter more than being near downtown. It's not fancy, but it works if you want acreage without the commute headache.
Why people love it here
$435K median
- 13 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Borculo
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,953/mo
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13 homes sold in Borculo this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Zeeland Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
The Soft Spot
Starbucks Coffee Company
ReyRayz kustomz
Blendon Township State Game Area
Unnamed playground
Savannah Lake
Unnamed beach
Creek Loop
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Pigeon Lake Launch
Riley East of Centennial
+1 more
Howard Miller Public Library
AMC Star Holland 8
Crime in Borculo 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 Borculo home (around $435,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $78k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,932 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,932/mo | $78,196 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,375/mo | $90,000 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,524/mo | $93,969 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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
1 parcel
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$52K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$190K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Borculo, 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
Blendon Township
Source: blendontownship-mi.gov · 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
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,365 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
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 Blendon · Source: blendontownship-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Borculo 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.
🍕 Restaurants(9)
The Soft Spot
Fast Food
Stromboli's Express
Restaurant
Petrinos Pizzeria In Zeeland
Restaurant
Wolfies Sandwiches
Restaurant
Mex-Z-Thai Fusion Kitchen
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
Christian School
School
Corwin School Number 3
Huyser School
School
+10 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
Blendon Township State Game Area
Olive Township State Game Area
Unnamed park
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(10)
East Roosevelt Avenue & Case Karsten Drive Area Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+7 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(20)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+17 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
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Frequently asked about Borculo
- What do homes cost in Borculo?
- The median home value in Borculo is about $435,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Borculo housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Borculo right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Borculo?
- Borculo is served by Zeeland Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Zeeland West High School (7/10).
- Is Borculo walkable?
- Borculo scores 3.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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