Carleton Park
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $283K·Walkability 4.1/10·Schools 7.1/10
The tree-lined streets here have that lived-in feel—mature maples and oaks that make the whole place feel anchored, even though it's only 44 acres. Homes run around $306K, and lots average a reasonable 0.22 acres, giving you room without the sprawl. A coffee shop is a five-minute walk away, and there's a restaurant within eight minutes on foot, so you're not exactly roughing it.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Kenowa Lake — 1.4 mi
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Buck Creek Trail: 3 min walk
- Mill Race Park: 6 min walk
Grandville Central Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.4 mi away
- Grandville
- 1 rated school in district
$283K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Carleton Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,922/mo
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Based on 8 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 9/10
School District: Grandville Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Mill Race Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Kenowa Lake
1.4 mi
Recent Sale Price
$283K
2 recent sales
Parcels / Units
152
Median Lot Size
0.18 ac
0.14 ac – 1.3 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare Supermarket
Lalos Mexican Bar & Grill
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
+1 more
The Dungeon
+1 more
Mill Race Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Sanford
+1 more
Georgetown Community Park Beach
Buck Creek Trail
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Kent Trails - West Grandville Connector
Grandville Launch
Planet Fitness
+1 more
Prairie/Ottawa (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Kent District Library: Grandville Branch
Kiddie Academy of Wyoming
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
Crime in Carleton Park 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 Carleton Park home (around $283,100) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $50k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,883 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,883/mo | $50,213 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,168/mo | $57,810 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,263/mo | $60,351 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Grandville
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Solar potential
~$886/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,462 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
City of Grandville Public Works (Grand Rapids regional supply)
City DPW handles distribution/billing; water sourced from Grand Rapids regional supply.
Resident-arranged private hauler
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Services for Grandville · Source: cityofgrandville.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Carleton Park 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(26)
+23 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Lalos Mexican Bar & Grill
Restaurant
Mr. Dragon sushi & Chinese eat
Restaurant
Chicago Dr. Bar & Indian Grill
Restaurant
Grand Villa Restaurant
Restaurant
Grillhawk
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(24)
The Dungeon
Restaurant
Florentine Ristorante/Sportsbar Grandville
Bar
Adesanya Brewery
Bar
+21 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(8)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+5 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
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💊 Pharmacies(8)
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👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(3)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
Frequently asked about Carleton Park
- What do homes cost in Carleton Park?
- The median home value in Carleton Park is about $283,100. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Carleton Park housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Carleton Park right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Carleton Park?
- Carleton Park is served by Grandville Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grandville Central Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Carleton Park walkable?
- Carleton Park scores 4.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.