Cornell Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $363K·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 3.9/10
Early evening light hits Cornell Plat best, when the mature trees cast long shadows across streets designed for a slower pace—you'll actually want to walk here, with a coffee shop less than a mile away and restaurants within a few minutes on foot. The subdivision sits within Shawmut Hills, that tree-lined corner of Grand Rapids where you get suburban breathing room on a third-acre lot without feeling removed from things; downtown is about 10 minutes by car. Homes here run around $363K and tend toward Ranch and Cape Cod styles built in the '50s and '60s, with plenty of roll-out character. There's real density of life nearby—six parks within a mile including the Brian Dyk Nature Preserve practically around the corner—plus 30 restaurants and a dozen-plus grocery options in the immediate area. It's the kind of place where you don't feel like you're choosing between space and access.
Why people love it here
$363K median
- Assessor estimate
Park-rich area
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Brian Dyk Nature Preserve: 14 min walk
- Sibley Tunnel: 6 min drive
14,545 sq ft avg lots
- 21 homes
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Cornell Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,466/mo

The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS Consumer Access
Est. Home Value
$363K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
21
Median Lot Size
0.33 ac
0.17 ac – 0.66 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Cornell Plat
- What do homes cost in Cornell Plat?
- The median home value in Cornell Plat is about $363,300. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Cornell Plat?
- Cornell Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Cornell Plat walkable?
- Cornell Plat scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.