Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8
Strong schools draw families here
Median $418K·Walkability 6.0/10·Schools 4.0/10
The smell of fresh asphalt and the sound of construction equipment greet you when you turn onto the streets of Doran's Assessor's Plat No. 8—this seven-acre subdivision in Southeast Grand Rapids is still being shaped by active development, with new single-family homes rising on what were recently vacant parcels. Lot sizes average about a seventh of an acre, modest and walkable, which matters here: a coffee shop is seven minutes on foot, restaurants number in the hundreds within a mile, and you're two minutes from the nearest transit stop. The median home price hovers around $326K, and Pleasant Park sits right next door if you need green space without a drive. Downtown is 4.3 minutes away—close enough that you're still in Grand Rapids proper, part of the Grand Rapids Public Schools district, but far enough that you're building something new in a corner that's getting intentional attention and real investment.
Why people love it here
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 2.9 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Pleasant Park: 1 min walk
- 11 places within a 10 min walk
$418K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,838/mo
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Based on 33 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
The Bere Store
+1 more
Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken
+1 more
Rowster
Eastern Kille Wealthy
+1 more
Pleasant Park
+1 more
Cherry Hill Green Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
Hillcrest Dog Park
+1 more
Grandville Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
+1 more
MLK/Madison (WB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
+1 more
Madison Square Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Median Sale Price
$418K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
28
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
2932 sq ft – 0.29 ac
Crime in Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 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 Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 home (around $418,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $74k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,780 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,780/mo | $74,140 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,201/mo | $85,358 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,342/mo | $89,109 |
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.
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,334 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 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
Pleasant Park
0.0 mi
Parks Nearby
100
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(16)
Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken
Restaurant
Tasty Fish & Chicken
Restaurant
Ellnora's Kitchen
Restaurant
Restaurant
Jamaican Dave's
Restaurant
+11 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Grand Rapids High School
School
Morris School
Madison Park School
Henry School
Vandenberg School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8
- What do homes cost in Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8?
- The median home value in Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 is about $418,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8?
- Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 walkable?
- Doran'S Assessor'S Plat No.8 scores 6.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.