E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area
Room to spread out, great value
The quick answer
E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area is a neighborhood, part of Tri County Area Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $235,000.
3 homes for sale·Median $235K·Walkability 1.8/10·Schools 5.0/10
You expect a sleepy exurban pocket—and out here, you do get spacious lots (averaging over two acres) and genuine breathing room. But this stretch also sits within walking distance of local restaurants and shops, with Ensley Park literally adjacent and two other parks within a mile, so it's not the isolated outpost the acreage might suggest. The small-town rhythm is real: creek views, stone fireplaces, updated kitchens in homes built for actual living space, and the kind of yards where you can actually do something. Downtown Grand Rapids is about 44 minutes away, close enough that city trips don't feel like expeditions. It's the hybrid that works—land and quiet, but not stranded.
Why people love it here
24,825 sq ft avg lots
- 314 homes
$235K median
- 15 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Ensley Park: 13 min walk
- Minnie Farmer Park: 6 min bike
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Median home price in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area
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15 homes sold in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$235K
15 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Ensley Park
0.6 mi
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ensley Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Tri County Area Schools
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Living in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area: the details
Is E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area a good place to live?
E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area is a strong fit if you want room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Tri County Area Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $235,000.
What does it cost to live in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area?
The typical home in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area goes for around $235,000. There are 3 homes for sale here right now and 15 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area
- What do homes cost in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area?
- The median home value in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area is about $235,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area right now, and 15 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area?
- E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area is served by Tri County Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Tri County Senior High School (6/10).
- Is E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area walkable?
- E Washburn St & S Poplar St Area scores 1.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.