Chippewa Hills No. 1
Solid value in a growing area
Median $465K·Walkability 4.3/10·Schools 4.8/10
You'll notice the mature trees right away when you turn onto the streets of Chippewa Hills No. 1—big oaks and maples that make the whole 6-acre subdivision feel like it's been around longer than it has. Homes here run around $335K, and lot sizes hover near half an acre, giving you enough space without sprawl. The neighborhood sits in North Park, where downtown Grand Rapids is about 13 minutes away by car, and you're surrounded by actual amenities—a grocery store and a restaurant are each within a 10-minute walk, with over a hundred more dining options within a mile. Northview Public Schools serves the area, and if you're outside on any given day, Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve is practically at your doorstep at a 5-minute walk. Four parks within a mile mean there's always somewhere green to land, and the dog park is a quick walk too—which matters when you're building a life somewhere that feels connected but doesn't require a commute to find what you need.
Why people love it here
$465K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Lamberton Lake: 11 min walk
- Soft Water Lake: 7 min bike
15,921 sq ft avg lots
- 6 homes
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Chippewa Hills No. 1
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,157/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$465K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
6
Median Lot Size
0.37 ac
0.30 ac – 0.40 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Based on 8 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Northview Public Schools
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Ken's Fruit Market
Wendy's
+1 more
Scooter's Coffee
+1 more
Cesars Pub
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve
+1 more
Northlake Cooperative Playground
Lamberton Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
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Northgate Park Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Plainfield/Elmdale (NB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in Chippewa Hills No. 1 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 Chippewa Hills No. 1 home (around $465,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $82k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,093 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,093/mo | $82,476 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,561/mo | $94,955 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,717/mo | $99,128 |
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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,399 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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 Chippewa Hills No. 1 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)
Rancho Bonito Supermarket MI
Grocery Store
Ken's Fruit Market
Grocery Store
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Grocery Store
+25 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Rice Wok Chinese Restaurant
Restaurant
Carlo’s Pizza Plainfield Ave
Restaurant
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
Fitness Center at Leffingwell Ave & 3 Mile Rd
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
YogaSix
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(6)
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
+3 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(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Chippewa Hills No. 1
- What do homes cost in Chippewa Hills No. 1?
- The median home value in Chippewa Hills No. 1 is about $465,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Chippewa Hills No. 1 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Chippewa Hills No. 1 right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Chippewa Hills No. 1?
- Chippewa Hills No. 1 is served by Northview Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Chippewa Hills No. 1 walkable?
- Chippewa Hills No. 1 scores 4.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.