Creek Side Glen
Solid value in a growing area
Median $295K·Walkability 1.1/10·Schools 6.0/10
So here's the thing about heading out to Creek Side Glen—you're looking at a pretty straightforward shot, about 32 minutes into downtown Grand Rapids if you ever need to be there, but honestly most of the appeal is staying put. This is a 31-acre condo community where each unit sits on nearly an acre of land, which in the condo world basically means you get space and breathing room without the full maintenance load of a house. The homes run around $310K, and they're built as single-level ranch-style condos—the kind of layout that works whether you're downsizing or just done with stairs. Mature trees wrap around the development, so you're not staring at your neighbor's driveway, and you've got quick access to M-6 if you need it.
Why people love it here
$295K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in Creek Side Glen
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,003/mo
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Median Sale Price
$295K
Based on 3yr sales
Units
14
Complex Size
31.2 ac
14 units
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Tri County Area Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
ALDI
Lakeside Inn
Tea'd up
Tri County Eagle 4467
Salisbury Park
Unnamed playground
Sand Lake
+1 more
Fisk Knob Northeast
Spring Lake Launch
Kent District Library Nelson Township Branch
Kent Theater
Crime in Creek Side Glen 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 Creek Side Glen home (around $295,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $52k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,962 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,962/mo | $52,323 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,259/mo | $60,241 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,358/mo | $62,888 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Nelson Township
Source: nelsontownship.org · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$907/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,346 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Nelson Township / Sand Lake water system (serviced); private well rural
Township assumed Village of Sand Lake water/sewer system; rural on private well.
Nelson Township / Sand Lake sewer system (serviced); septic rural
Township operates former Sand Lake sewer system; rural on septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressNelson Township Fire Department (former Sand Lake FD)
Nelson Twp took over Sand Lake Fire Dept; 2 E Maple St, Sand Lake.
Services for Nelson · Source: nelsontownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Creek Side Glen 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
Gordon Park
1.4 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Cuts Deli
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(12)
Big Whitefish School
Crandall School
White Creek School
Phillips School
+7 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Creek Side Glen
- What do homes cost in Creek Side Glen?
- The median home value in Creek Side Glen is about $295,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Creek Side Glen?
- Creek Side Glen is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Sand Lake Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Creek Side Glen walkable?
- Creek Side Glen scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.