Casnovia
Easy outdoor access
Median $223K·Walkability 2.8/10·Schools 5.3/10
You expect a nowhere crossroads—two state highways intersecting at a bluff—and you'd be half right, except the bluff overlooks Crockery Lake, and behind it the orchard country rolls outward with genuine space and quiet. Founded in 1850, the village sits where M-46 and M-37 meet, straddling Muskegon and Kent counties, with Main Street running the county line itself like a tightrope. The name comes from Latin words meaning "home" and "new," which feels honest: it's rural enough that most residents own their land, with corner lots and fenced yards and room to breathe, yet organized enough around the village center to have a Cafe and restaurants where people actually eat. Grose Park and a farm greenhouse anchor the working side of things; about 23 miles from Grand Rapids, it's close enough for supply runs but far enough that you're genuinely out in Tyrone township territory. Historic brick homes and updated ranches line the streets—the kind of places where people replace furnaces and add decks because they're staying put—and the whole thing reads less like a destination and more like a place where someone decided to live and then did.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Half Moon Lake — 1.2 mi
- Duitelmans Lake: 7 min drive
- Moore County Park: 7 min drive
$223K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Casnovia
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,511/mo
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See what your home is worthNearest Park
Moore County Park
1.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Half Moon Lake
1.2 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Kent City Community Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Red Rock Grille
+1 more
Kazz Bar
Moore County Park
Unnamed playground
Duitelmans Lake
Unnamed beach
North Country National Scenic Trail
Spring Lake Launch
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
Crime in Casnovia 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 Casnovia home (around $222,500) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $40k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,500 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,500/mo | $39,997 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,726/mo | $46,035 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,802/mo | $48,065 |
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.
Solar potential
~$902/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,315 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Casnovia 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(6)
Galaxy Pizza
Restaurant
Red Rock Grille
Restaurant
El Zapopan Market & Restaurant
Restaurant
El Tulteco
Restaurant
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(16)
Hayward School
Clark School
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School
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Frequently asked about Casnovia
- What do homes cost in Casnovia?
- The median home value in Casnovia is about $222,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Casnovia housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Casnovia right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Casnovia?
- Casnovia is served by Kent City Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kent City High School (7/10).
- Is Casnovia walkable?
- Casnovia scores 2.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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