Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area
Great schools with outdoor access
The quick answer
Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area is a walkable neighborhood, part of Holland City School District. Homes here typically sell for around $890,000.
4 homes for sale·Median $890K·Walkability 6.2/10·Schools 4.6/10
What surprises most people about this stretch is how walkable it actually feels—restaurants, coffee shops, and groceries sit within steps, and the transit stop is right there, yet the neighborhood doesn't feel cramped or urban in the way you might expect. Downtown Holland's famous snowmelted sidewalks mean you're never wrestling with a shovel, and attached garages with plenty of space come standard on a lot of the newer builds. Within a mile, there are 11 parks and over 300 dining options, so whether you're grabbing lunch or planning a full evening out, the variety is genuinely there. The Farmer's Market, Windmill Island, and the waterfront are all reachable on foot or bike, and you've got Window on the Waterfront just a five-minute walk away. If you need to head out toward Grand Haven's beaches, that's about a half-hour drive. Shopping and live entertainment cluster nearby, while the Ottawa Area ISD handles education. It's the kind of downtown location where you can actually live without constantly feeling like you need to get out.
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Why people love it here
Park-rich area
- 55 parks within 1 mile
- Window on the Waterfront: 0 min walk
- Unnamed bike_path: 5 min walk
Very walkable
- Window on the Waterfront: 0 min walk
- 23 places within a 10 min walk
$890K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,042/mo
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4 homes sold in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 7 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 9/10
School District: Holland City School District
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Window on the Waterfront
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
55
within 1 mile
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Mi Favorita
+1 more
The Bistro
+1 more
The 205 Coffee Bar
+1 more
Skiles Tavern Inc
+1 more
Unnamed park
Windmill Island Gardens Playground
Lake Macatawa
Unnamed beach
Window on the Waterfront
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Small Dog Side)
+1 more
Unnamed bike_path
Howard Dunton Park Launch
Pure Barre
+1 more
Columbia North of 7th (City Parking Garage)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Van Wylen Library
+1 more
The Day Center of Evergreen
Sperry's Moviehouse
Crime in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area 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 Holland.
Holland crime & safety stats →Median Sale Price
$890K
4 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
55
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Window on the Waterfront
0.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,525/mo
$1,400 – $1,650 · estimated range
To buy a median-priced Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area home (around $890,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $160k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $5,995 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $5,995/mo | $159,861 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $6,900/mo | $183,997 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $7,204/mo | $192,109 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Holland
Source: cityofholland.com · unconfirmed
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
~$913/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,387 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Community-owned utility; water for city + parts of Park/Holland/Fillmore/Laketown twps
Private hauler (resident-arranged)
No municipal trash contract confirmed
Holland Board of Public Works · ~14.3¢/kWh
Municipal electric utility (also broadband)
Confirm by addressHolland Department of Public Safety (Police)
Consolidated public safety since 2010; PD at 89 W 8th St
Services for Holland · Source: hollandbpw.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area 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(27)
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
La Caribena Supermarket and Cantina
Grocery Store
Chicago Drive BP
Grocery Store
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
The Bistro
Restaurant
1847 Lounge
Restaurant
Restaurant
Waffles At The 205
Restaurant
Lopez brothers taqueria
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Black River Public School
Holland Language Academy
Apple Avenue School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Douglas Avenue & North River Avenue
Fitness Center
Elite Fitness Development
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
Windmill Island Gardens
Park in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area
Unnamed park
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Large Dog Side)
Dog Park
Park Township Dog Park
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Windmill Island Gardens Trail
Bike Path
+2 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(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Childcare Center
Little Kingdom Warriors Academy LLC.
Childcare Center
Toddlerville
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
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Living in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area: the details
Is Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area a good place to live?
Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area suits buyers looking for a walkable setting and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, you can walk to groceries, cafés and parks for many everyday errands, though a car still helps for bigger trips. This neighborhood is part of Holland City School District. The going price is around $890,000.
What does it cost to live in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area?
The median home value in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area is about $890,000. There are 4 homes for sale here right now and 4 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area
- What do homes cost in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area?
- The median home value in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area is about $890,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area?
- Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area is served by Holland City School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Holland High School (5/10).
- Is Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area walkable?
- Columbia Avenue & East 7th Street Area scores 6.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.