Claytons Sub
Lake life, small town feel
Median $752K·Walkability 5.1/10·Schools 5.3/10
Life here moves at a different pace than the city—you're close enough to reach downtown Grand Rapids in under 45 minutes when you need to, but the daily rhythm centers on quiet streets and the local shops within a short walk. Homes run around $752K on lots averaging a fifth of an acre, the kind of size that gives you some breathing room without endless maintenance. A coffee shop is a nine-minute walk, grocery stores are scattered nearby (24 within two miles), and there are nearly 200 restaurants within a mile if you're tired of cooking. Johnston Park sits just four minutes on foot, and honestly, with 23 parks within a mile, the real question isn't finding green space—it's picking which one. The beach at Grand Haven is practically on your doorstep at just over two minutes away. It's part of the larger East Highland Park Sub Area and falls under Grand Haven Area Public Schools, giving you solid local anchors without that sprawling-subdivision feeling.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Spring Lake within walking distance
- 115 parks within 1 mile
- Johnston Park: 7 min walk
- Mulligan’s Hollow: 11 min walk
White Pines Intermediate School
- Middle — 1.3 mi away
- Grand Haven Area
- 4 rated schools in district
$752K median
- Assessor estimate
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Median home price in Claytons Sub
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,104/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Johnston Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
115
within 1 mile
Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Est. Home Value
$752K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
9
Median Lot Size
0.20 ac
0.17 ac – 0.32 ac
Homeowner Rate
100%
Principal residence
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Grand Haven Vinegar and Oil
+1 more
Lakeside Eats
+1 more
Aldea Coffee
+1 more
The Eagles
+1 more
Johnston Park
+1 more
Imagination Station
Smith Bayou
Unnamed beach
Poplar Ridge
dog_park
Unnamed bike path
Grand Haven Municipal Launch
+1 more
gym
Walgreens
Loutit District Library
Grand Haven 9
Crime in Claytons 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →Local Government · area-wide
City of Grand Haven
Source: grandhaven.org · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$869/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,488 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Private hauler (resident-arranged)
No municipal trash contract confirmed
Grand Haven Light & Power · ~13.4¢/kWh
Community-owned utility since 1896; ~15,000 customers
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Haven · Source: grandhaven.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Claytons 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.
🛒 Grocery(8)
Grocery Store
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
D&W
Grocery Store
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Pronto Pup
Restaurant
Dairy Treat
Restaurant
Snug Harbor
Restaurant
Powder Keg Kitchen
Restaurant
Lakeside Eats
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
Lakeshore Middle School
School
Central School
Saint Johns School
Mary A. White Elementary School
School
Elliott School
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in Gluecks Sub Area
Dog Park
Eastern Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Coast Guard Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(8)
Bike Path
Bike Path
South Beacon Boulevard & Taylor Avenue Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+5 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(6)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+3 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
Frequently asked about Claytons Sub
- What do homes cost in Claytons Sub?
- The median home value in Claytons Sub is about $751,800. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Claytons Sub housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Claytons Sub right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Claytons Sub?
- Claytons Sub is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Claytons Sub walkable?
- Claytons Sub scores 5.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.