Comstock Park Public Schools
Surrounded by nature
Median $346K·Walkability 2.3/10·Schools 6.6/10
You head north from downtown Grand Rapids—just under fifteen minutes or so—and the landscape opens up into something more spacious, where Comstock Park Public Schools sits across nearly 10 square miles of Alpine, Plainfield, and Walker townships. The district runs lean: about 1,980 students spread across five schools, from Greenridge's early learners through Comstock Park High School, which has been educating kids here since 1902. What stands out is the ratio—fifteen students per teacher, which is genuinely lower than the state average—and the fact that achievement numbers land above state benchmarks across the board. Homes around here run about $335K and tend toward the ranch style, with shopping, restaurants, and a transit stop all within steps of wherever you are. The Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park cuts through the community for anyone who wants to pedal or walk the regional trail system, and there's no shortage of parks dotting the neighborhoods. It's the kind of district where you get breathing room without feeling isolated; downtown's close enough that you're not spending your life in a car, but you've got actual land to work with.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Elk Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 9 min bike
- Little Pine Island Lake: 5 min drive
$346K median
- 109 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Comstock Park Public Schools
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,349/mo
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109 homes sold in Comstock Park Public Schools this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Elk Lake
0.1 mi
Based on 12 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 9/10
School District: Comstock Park Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Thrifty Outlet
Wendy's
Circle K
The Pack Restaurant and Bar
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Little Pine Island Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Rifle Range Road Northeast
White Pine Trail
Rogue River Mouth Launch
Snap Fitness
Lamoreaux/Berkenshire (WB)
Walgreens
KDL Comstock Park
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Crime in Comstock Park Public Schools 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 Comstock Park Public Schools home (around $346,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $61k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,301 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,301/mo | $61,369 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,650/mo | $70,655 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,766/mo | $73,760 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$67K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$283K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Comstock Park Public Schools, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
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.
Solar potential
~$870/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,347 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Utility, solar, and service details for Comstock Park Public Schools 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(16)
Thrifty Outlet
Grocery Store
Daily Deals Food Outlet
Grocery Store
Cielito Lindo
Grocery Store
+13 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Restaurant
No.1 Chinese Restaurant
Restaurant
Dokl's Meat Market / Dokl's Grill and Catering
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
The Pack Indoor Dog Park, Restaurant and Bar
Park
The Pack Restaurant and Bar
Restaurant
Perrin Brewin Company
Pub
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
School
School
Koon School
School
Oakview School
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(3)
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 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(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Comstock Park Public Schools
- What do homes cost in Comstock Park Public Schools?
- The median home value in Comstock Park Public Schools is about $346,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Comstock Park Public Schools housing market?
- there are 17 homes for sale in Comstock Park Public Schools right now, and 109 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Comstock Park Public Schools?
- Comstock Park Public Schools is served by Comstock Park Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Comstock Park High School (7/10).
- Is Comstock Park Public Schools walkable?
- Comstock Park Public Schools scores 2.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.