Butterfields Sub.
Strong schools draw families here
Median $200K·Walkability 6.3/10·Schools 4.1/10
...and what really strikes you about Butterfields Sub. is how it's threaded right into the Southeast Grand Rapids fabric—two acres of modest lots averaging 0.12 acres each, the kind of tight grid where you can walk to a coffee shop in five minutes or grab groceries in ten. Homes here run around $293K, and they're positioned maybe 4.7 minutes from downtown, so you're genuinely close to the core without feeling like you're living in it. Dining options within a mile number in the hundreds—229 restaurants nearby—and Heritage Hill Park is just a four-minute walk away if you want green space without leaving the block. The area sits within Grand Rapids Public Schools, and transit is surprisingly accessible at a four-minute walk from the nearest stop, which takes some pressure off the car. It's the kind of place where the subdivision itself is small and unpretentious, but the neighborhood around it is anything but sparse.
Why people love it here
City MiddleHigh
- High — 2.9 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Unnamed playground: 5 min walk
- 29 places within a 10 min walk
$200K median
- 1 recent sale
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Butterfields Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,357/mo
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Based on 31 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 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
Fannies Corner
Ellnora's Kitchen
+1 more
Rowster
+1 more
Eastern Kille Wealthy
Heritage Hill Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
Hillcrest Dog Park
Grandville Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Eastern/Dunham (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Madison Square Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Recent Sale Price
$200K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
14
Median Lot Size
0.12 ac
0.10 ac – 0.15 ac
Crime in Butterfields 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 Butterfields Sub. home (around $199,900) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $35k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,330 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,330/mo | $35,456 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,531/mo | $40,821 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,598/mo | $42,615 |
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 ~6,334 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 Butterfields 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
Heritage Hill Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
105
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(13)
Ellnora's Kitchen
Restaurant
Tasty Fish & Chicken
Restaurant
Živio
Restaurant
Restaurant
Pacific Moon
Restaurant
+8 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Henry School
Morris School
Grand Rapids High School
School
Madison Park School
Vandenberg School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+12 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(3)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Butterfields Sub.
- What do homes cost in Butterfields Sub.?
- The median home value in Butterfields Sub. is about $199,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Butterfields Sub. housing market?
- no homes are listed in Butterfields Sub. right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Butterfields Sub.?
- Butterfields Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Butterfields Sub. walkable?
- Butterfields Sub. scores 6.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.