Deerfield Area
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Deerfield Area is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of West MI Academy of Environmental Science and about 6 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $518,000.
2 homes for sale·Median $518K·Walkability 4.1/10·Schools 4.2/10
Out here you've got brick ranchesand mid-century homes on solid lots, the kind of place where a finished basement or a thoughtful kitchen renovation actually means something because the bones are already there—most of these houses have been around since the 1950s and 60s, and folks tend to treat them that way. You're about 16 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids when you want it, but the real draw is how close everything actually is: a coffee shop a mile away, nearly 70 restaurants within walking distance if you're ambitious, a grocery store at 1.2 miles, and Walker City Central Park just under a mile down the road when you want green space. The transit stop is right there too, which matters more than people realize. West MI Academy of Environmental Science serves the area, and if you're flying out, Gerald R. Ford is about 33 minutes away—far enough that you don't hear planes, close enough that it's not a trek.
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Why people love it here
$518K median
- 13 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Fred Meijer Standale Trail: 12 min walk
- Walker City Central Park Trail: 13 min walk
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Median home price in Deerfield Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,513/mo
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13 homes sold in Deerfield Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$518K
13 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Walker City Central Park
0.9 mi
Expected Rent
$950/mo
$875 – $1,025 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Walker City Central Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Jia Yuan
+1 more
Wilderness Expressions
Roasted
Walker City Central Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Stafford Lake
Millennium Park Beach
Sand Creek Trail
Covell Dog Park
Fred Meijer Standale Trail
Johnson Park Launch
gym
Remembrance at Kinney (WB)
+1 more
KDL Walker Branch
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 6/10
School District: West MI Academy of Environmental Science
Crime in Deerfield Area 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 Walker.
Walker crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Deerfield Area home (around $517,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $93k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,486 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,486/mo | $92,953 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,012/mo | $106,987 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,189/mo | $111,704 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
Median Price
$131K
Per listing
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
~$883/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,438 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Republic Services / Waste Management (resident-arranged)
City does not provide trash/recycling; residents use private haulers (Republic, WM).
Services for Walker · Source: walkermi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Deerfield Area 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(17)
+14 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Jia Yuan
Restaurant
Lost Art Catering
Restaurant
Stubburn bbq
Restaurant
Restaurant
Walker Roadhouse
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
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🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(3)
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Fred Meijer Standale Trail
Bike Path
Walker City Central Park Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(29)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+26 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Daycare
📚 Libraries(3)
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Living in Deerfield Area: the details
Is Deerfield Area a good place to live?
If you're after a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids, Deerfield Area is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of West MI Academy of Environmental Science. Expect prices centered around $518,000.
What does it cost to live in Deerfield Area?
The typical home in Deerfield Area goes for around $518,000. There are 2 homes for sale here right now and 13 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Deerfield Area
- What do homes cost in Deerfield Area?
- The median home value in Deerfield Area is about $517,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Deerfield Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Deerfield Area right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Deerfield Area?
- Deerfield Area is served by West MI Academy of Environmental Science. Its highest-rated assigned school is Zinser Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Deerfield Area walkable?
- Deerfield Area scores 4.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
