Crosswinds
Easy outdoor access
Median $320K·Walkability 5.9/10·Schools 5.2/10
The biggest thing to know up front: you're minutes from downtown Grand Rapids and Gerald R. Ford Airport—about 15 and 12 minutes respectively—so you get the convenience without feeling like you're living in the middle of it all. Crosswinds sits on 12 acres in what's otherwise a pretty built-out area, with Kentwood Public Schools handling education and a transit stop just a 4-minute walk away if you're into that sort of thing. Dining's genuinely strong here—84 restaurants within a mile means you're not scrounging for dinner options, and the nearest spot is just a 2-minute walk. There's a grocery within 10 minutes on foot and seven parks nearby, including Bowen Station Park, which is basically right there. Homes run in the mid-$300s to low $400s, so you're looking at solid suburban access without the rural drive times.
Why people love it here
Park-rich area
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Rondo Station Park: 8 min walk
- Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail: 9 min walk
$320K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Walkable for daily errands
- Krispy Krunchy Chicken: 7 min walk
- 11 places within a 10 min walk
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Crosswinds
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,172/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.
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Bowen Station Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Afghan Halal Supermarket
+1 more
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
+1 more
Tim Hortons
+1 more
JASON BAR & POOL
+1 more
Rondo Station Park
+1 more
Rondo Station Park Playground
Lake Eastbrook
Unnamed beach
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
dog_park
East-West Trail
Blue's Gym
44th/Stauffer (EB)
+1 more
Zuah Pharmacy
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 16 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Crosswinds 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 Crosswinds home (around $320,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $56k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,118 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,118/mo | $56,489 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,439/mo | $65,043 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,546/mo | $67,898 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — 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
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,290 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Services for Kentwood · Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Crosswinds 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(30)
Persian Nepali International Halal Market
Grocery Store
Afghan Halal Supermarket
Grocery Store
Everest Marketplace LLC
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Fast Food
Mr. Burger
Restaurant
Tropicala Taste
Restaurant
princess African Cuisine LLc
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(23)
+20 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(23)
+20 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
School
School
Saint Mary Magdalena School
School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(5)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+2 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
EV Charging
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Crosswinds
- What do homes cost in Crosswinds?
- The median home value in Crosswinds is about $320,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Crosswinds?
- Crosswinds is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Bowen Elementary (7/10).
- Is Crosswinds walkable?
- Crosswinds scores 5.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.