Coltons Sub.
Walkable and connected
Median $392K·Walkability 6.9/10·Schools 4.0/10
Lined with red brick-paved streets that echo the late 1800s when this corner of East Hills was all orchards, Coltons Sub. sits just steps from Cherry Street's restaurant row and the medical complex that draws so many to the area. The 5-acre subdivision feels more urban than suburban—you're a 4.5-minute drive from downtown, and a grocery store is an 8-minute walk away. Homes here run around $463K and draw families and professionals who want Grand Rapids Public Schools access without sacrificing walkable access to dining and coffee shops on every corner. Cherry Hill Green is a two-minute walk, and there are 23 parks within a mile if you need more green space than the postage-stamp lots offer. The transit stops are basically doorstep-close, too. It's the kind of tight neighborhood where density works because it's right in the middle of everything.
Why people love it here
Very walkable
- Donkey Taqueria: 1 min walk
- 27 places within a 10 min walk
City MiddleHigh
- High — 2.5 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$392K median
- 1 recent sale
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Coltons Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,661/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
Wealthy Market
Donkey Taqueria
+1 more
Rowster
+1 more
Eastern Kille Wealthy
+1 more
Cherry Hill Green
+1 more
Cherry Hill Green Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
Hillcrest Dog Park
Grandville Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Wealthy/Henry (WB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
+1 more
Grand Rapids Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Based on 33 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Recent Sale Price
$392K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
25
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
1464 sq ft – 0.28 ac
Crime in Coltons 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 Coltons Sub. home (around $392,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $70k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,607 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,607/mo | $69,528 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,002/mo | $80,048 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,134/mo | $83,566 |
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
~$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.
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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 Coltons 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
Cherry Hill Green
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
115
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Restaurant
Good Truckin' Diner
Restaurant
Živio
Restaurant
Pacific Moon
Restaurant
Jets pizza
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Henry School
Blodgett School
Morris School
Congress Elementary School
School
Vandenberg School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
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(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Coltons Sub.
- What do homes cost in Coltons Sub.?
- The median home value in Coltons Sub. is about $392,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Coltons Sub. housing market?
- no homes are listed in Coltons Sub. right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Coltons Sub.?
- Coltons Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Coltons Sub. walkable?
- Coltons Sub. scores 6.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.