Cheshire
Solid value in a growing area
Median $327K·Walkability 5.3/10·Schools 5.0/10
If you're heading out here, the first thing you'll notice is how easy it all feels—you're minutes from the Riverside Park area and the downtown hustle, but the vibe is more understated. The neighborhood around this business district pulls together restored homes with real character—mid-century moderns, 1920s bungalows with hardwood floors and original trim—alongside updated ranch homes and newer builds on quiet streets. You've got shopping and dining steps away, plus easy access to Grand Rapids's broader restaurant and brewery scene without feeling like you're living in the thick of it. Parks dot the area, and the whole stretch sits in that sweet spot where you're connected to everything but not overwhelmed by it.
Why people love it here
$327K median
- 173 sales in last 12mo
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Aberdeen Park: 6 min walk
- Unnamed bike_path: 11 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Cheshire
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,220/mo
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173 homes sold in Cheshire this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 16 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Nearest Park
Aberdeen Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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616 Batter Mix
Kobold's Kitchen
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Aberdeen Park
Unnamed playground
Soft Water Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Fitness 19
Fuller/Aberdeen (NB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
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daycare
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Crime in Cheshire 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 Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Cheshire home (around $327,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $58k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,175 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,175/mo | $57,999 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,504/mo | $66,775 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,614/mo | $69,710 |
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.
Who actually lends in Cheshire, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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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.
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 ~6,331 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 Cheshire 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(28)
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Grocery Store
Rancho Bonito Supermarket MI
Grocery Store
Family Fare
Grocery Store
+25 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(13)
616 Batter Mix
Restaurant
616 Kabob Stop – Authentic Mediterranean Grill & Burgers in Grand Rapids
Restaurant
Fast Food
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
Papa Johns Pizza
Restaurant
+8 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
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Bar
Switchback Gear Exchange - Bicycle Shop serving Kava & Beer
Bar
Vinny's bar
Bar
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🏫 Schools(30)
School
Wellerwood School
Palmer School
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💪 Gyms(13)
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
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
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
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EV Charging
EV Charging
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Cheshire
- What do homes cost in Cheshire?
- The median home value in Cheshire is about $327,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Cheshire housing market?
- there are 26 homes for sale in Cheshire right now, and 173 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Cheshire?
- Cheshire is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Cheshire walkable?
- Cheshire scores 5.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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