Carrier Creek Sub.
Walkable and connected
Median $264K·Walkability 6.5/10·Schools 4.6/10
The moment you turn onto the quiet streets of Carrier Creek Sub., you feel the density drop away—seven acres of breathing room in a neighborhood where most people walk to what they need. Downtown Grand Rapids is just seven minutes north by car, but this corner of Highland Park holds its own: restaurants cluster within a mile (168 of them), a grocery is a seven-minute walk, and coffee shops are closer still. Eastern Park sits a short walk away, one of seven parks within a mile, so there's green space without having to hunt for it. The Grand Rapids Public Schools serve the area, and transit access is immediate—the nearest stop is two minutes on foot. Homes here run in the mid-$300Ks to low $400Ks, offering the feel of a quieter pocket without sacrificing the convenience that makes the neighborhood work.
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Why people love it here
Very walkable
- Balls Dogs: 5 min walk
- 12 places within a 10 min walk
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$264K median
- 2 recent sales
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Carrier Creek Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,792/mo
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Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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+1 more
Balls Dogs
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
Vitale's Sports Bar
+1 more
Eastern Park
+1 more
Eastern Park Playground
West Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Fitness 19
Leonard/Diamond (EB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
+1 more
Yankee Clipper Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Based on 25 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Recent Sale Price
$264K
2 recent sales
Expected Rent
$1,225/mo
$1,075 – $1,375 · estimated range
Crime in Carrier Creek 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 Carrier Creek Sub. home (around $264,000) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $47k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,781 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,781/mo | $47,494 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,050/mo | $54,663 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,140/mo | $57,074 |
Estimates use a 6.67% 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 Carrier Creek 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
Eastern Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Balls Dogs
Restaurant
Carlucci's Pizza
Restaurant
Restaurant
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Jets Pizza
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Eastern School
Kendall School
Kent Hills School
School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
EV Charging
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Frequently asked about Carrier Creek Sub.
- What do homes cost in Carrier Creek Sub.?
- The median home value in Carrier Creek Sub. is about $264,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Carrier Creek Sub. housing market?
- no homes are listed in Carrier Creek Sub. right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Carrier Creek Sub.?
- Carrier Creek Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Carrier Creek Sub. walkable?
- Carrier Creek Sub. scores 6.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.