Dr. H. G. Saunders
Walkable near top schools
Median $281K·Walkability 8.1/10·Schools 4.8/10
The lots here run small—just under a tenth of an acre each—which means the houses sit close enough that you'll actually see your neighbors on the porch. Dr. H. G. Saunders is a 3-acre subdivision tucked into Creston, Grand Rapids' largest neighborhood, and it's positioned right where things get interesting: a few blocks from Plainfield Avenue's row of shops and restaurants, within steps of a transit stop, and about 5 minutes from downtown. Homes median around $196K, and the walkability here is genuinely useful—groceries are a 3-minute walk, you can grab food steps from your front door, and there are 84 restaurants within a mile if you're not cooking. Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, and Sweet Street Park is a short walk away if you need green space. The subdivision's small-lot character means density without feeling crowded, and the location puts you close enough to everything that a car feels optional most days.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Excellent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 0.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$281K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Sweet Street Park: 7 min walk
- Briggs Park: 12 min walk
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Median home price in Dr. H. G. Saunders
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,904/mo
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Creston Market
+1 more
Gaia house cafe
+1 more
Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Creston
+1 more
Quinn & Tuite's
+1 more
Sweet Street Park
+1 more
Briggs Park Playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
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Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Plainfield/Sweet (SB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Based on 27 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Recent Sale Price
$281K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
12
Median Lot Size
0.10 ac
2657 sq ft – 0.18 ac
Crime in Dr. H. G. Saunders 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 Dr. H. G. Saunders home (around $280,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $50k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,866 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,866/mo | $49,752 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,148/mo | $57,280 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,242/mo | $59,797 |
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 ~6,331 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 Dr. H. G. Saunders 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
Sweet Street Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(29)
Grocery Store
Supermercado Michoacan
Grocery Store
Rodriguez Supermarket
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Restaurant
Mizizi by Street Chef Shaw
Restaurant
Iker's Tacos
Restaurant
Isaac's Restaurant
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Creston
Café
Fika Grand Rapids | Vegan and Gluten Free
Café
Johnny's Markets
Café
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Palmer School
Saint Alphonsus School
School
Kendall School
Kent Hills School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
+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(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Dr. H. G. Saunders
- What do homes cost in Dr. H. G. Saunders?
- The median home value in Dr. H. G. Saunders is about $280,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Dr. H. G. Saunders housing market?
- no homes are listed in Dr. H. G. Saunders right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Dr. H. G. Saunders?
- Dr. H. G. Saunders is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Dr. H. G. Saunders walkable?
- Dr. H. G. Saunders scores 8.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.