Crystal Waters
Solid value in a growing area
Median $228K·Walkability 5.6/10·Schools 4.7/10
The moment you turn in, you notice the space—19 acres that feel both managed and breathing, the kind of suburban spread where you're not stacked on top of neighbors but you're not isolated either. Crystal Waters sits in Holland charter township, just outside Grand Rapids, and the real draw is what's within arm's reach without feeling cramped: a grocery store a 6-minute walk away, restaurants dotting the neighborhood (240 within a mile), a coffee shop 8 minutes out, and transit stops essentially at your doorstep. Homes here run around $230K, which lands them in that lived-in range where you're not hunting for deals but not stretching yourself thin either. The nearest park is less than a mile away, part of the township's network of green space that locals actually use, and if you want to hit Grand Haven's beach, it's about half an hour's drive—far enough to feel like an outing, close enough to be spontaneous.
Why people love it here
$228K median
- 6 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Unnamed bike_path: 3 min walk
- 6 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 3 min walk
- James Street & US-31 Northbound Area Trail: 3 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Crystal Waters
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,544/mo
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See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Wendy's
+1 more
Starbucks
La Botana Bar
+1 more
Riley Ridge Owners Association Private Park
Naturescape
Savannah Lake
Unnamed beach
Willows Way
dog_park
+1 more
Unnamed bike_path
Howard Dunton Park Launch
Fitness Together
+1 more
Riley & Wellness Drive
+1 more
Walgreens
Herrick District Library North Branch
+1 more
daycare
AMC Star Holland 8
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Riley Ridge Owners Association Private Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 7/10
School District: Eagle Crest Charter Academy
Crime in Crystal Waters 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Crystal Waters home (around $227,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $40k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,513 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,513/mo | $40,351 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,742/mo | $46,457 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,819/mo | $48,498 |
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
Holland Charter Township
Source: hct.holland.mi.us · 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
Holland Charter Township (water from City of Wyoming)
Township-owned distribution serving 12,900+ customers; water purchased wholesale from City of Wyoming (Lake Michigan).
Holland Charter Township (free seasonal disposal) + resident haulers
Township offers free trash/yard-waste disposal Apr-Oct; regular curbside via private haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred (Holland BPW serves city, not township).
Confirm by addressSEMCO Energy / Consumers Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Four full-time community policing deputies via Ottawa County Sheriff.
Services for Holland · Source: hct.holland.mi.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Crystal Waters 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(25)
Grocery Store
Meijer
Grocery Store
Khmer Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+22 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Rock'n Thai
Restaurant
Fast Food
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Restaurant
Wendy's
Restaurant
The Fat Burrito
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Fitness Together
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
F45 Training
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
Riley Ridge Owners Association Private Park
Zuidema Dredge Placement Facility
Windmill Island Gardens
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park in Country Corners Estates Area
Dog Park
Helder Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Large Dog Side)
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
James Street & US-31 Northbound Area Trail
Bike Path
Riley Ridge Sub Area Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
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)
Little Kingdom Warriors Academy LLC.
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Toddlerville
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
⚡ EV Charging(4)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Crystal Waters
- What do homes cost in Crystal Waters?
- The median home value in Crystal Waters is about $227,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Crystal Waters housing market?
- there are 5 homes for sale in Crystal Waters right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Crystal Waters?
- Crystal Waters is served by Eagle Crest Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is West Ottawa High School Campus (6/10).
- Is Crystal Waters walkable?
- Crystal Waters scores 5.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.