E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area
Surrounded by nature
6 homes for sale·Median $215K·Walkability 4.4/10·Schools 6.5/10
Out here, the daily rhythm feels anchored by proximity—groceries, coffee, dinner are all within steps, not a drive. Homes sit on generous lots, averaging just over an acre, with the kind of space that lets you breathe without feeling remote; Second Ward Park is right adjacent, and Twin Lakes sits less than a mile away for when you want water without traveling far. The architecture tells a story of care: main-floor bedrooms and laundry are common, kitchens have been thoughtfully updated, and yards run large enough for gardens and fenced corners. You're in a place where recent sales show homes with custom cabinetry, newer roofs, and bones worth restoring—not stripped-down shells, but real houses with character waiting for the right touch. Within a mile, eighteen restaurants and four grocery stores mean you're genuinely close to amenities without the density that crowds them out; four parks in that same radius keep recreation local and accessible. It's the kind of neighborhood where size and convenience don't have to fight each other.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Carter Lake — 1.7 mi
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Hastings Riverwalk: 3 min walk
- Second Ward Park: 6 min walk
$215K median
- 38 sales in last 12mo
Northeastern Elementary School
- Elementary — 1.0 mi away
- Hastings Area
- 6 rated schools in district
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Median home price in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,460/mo
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38 homes sold in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Second Ward Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Carter Lake
1.7 mi
Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 8/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Tom's Meat Market
R&D Pizzeria
+1 more
State Grounds Coffee House
Klosterman's Sports Tap
Second Ward Park
+1 more
Playground on E Vedder Rd
Carter Lake
Hastings Dog Park
Hastings Riverwalk
The Other Body Shop
Hastings Pharmacy
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Crime in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area home (around $215,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $38k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,430 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,430/mo | $38,134 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,646/mo | $43,904 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,719/mo | $45,834 |
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.
Who actually lends in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Solar potential
~$913/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,392 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD 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(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Phil's Galley
Restaurant
R&D Pizzeria
Restaurant
Mexican Connections
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's
Fast Food
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(20)
Central School
Northeastern School
Hastings High School
School
Hastings Center School
+15 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
Hastings Riverwalk
Bike Path
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area
- What do homes cost in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area?
- The median home value in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area is about $215,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area housing market?
- there are 6 homes for sale in E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area right now, and 38 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area?
- E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area walkable?
- E STATE ST & STAR SCHOOL RD Area scores 4.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.