East Grand Rapids
Great schools with outdoor access
The quick answer
East Grand Rapids is a walkable city, part of East Grand Rapids Public Schools and about 3 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $739,000.
34 homes for sale·Median $739K·Walkability 6.1/10·Schools 8.8/10
Classic, Lively, and Just Four Miles from Downtown
East Grand Rapids offers all the accessibility of city living with easy access to recreational areas and woodland trails. At the heart of EGR is Gaslight Village — a few blocks of shops and service providers including everything from dry cleaning to grocery stores to Pilates studios.
There's no shortage of great places to eat, whether it's a classy sit-down meal, a cup of coffee, Chinese takeout, or frozen yogurt. Gaslight Village is also home to upscale boutiques like Snapdragon and Bella Furs, with unique items you won't find in a mall.
In addition, East Grand Rapids has 10 parks and natural areas including a 4.2-mile trail around Reeds Lake, popular among cyclists and runners. This route features off-road trails, sidewalks, paved pathways, and boardwalks.
About this area
People expect a stuffy suburb when they hear the name, but East Grand Rapids is actually a place shaped by water, walkable downtown shopping, and an unusually high concentration of people working in creative fields—designers, artists, media professionals. Reeds Lake sits half a mile away, so swimming, fishing, and boating aren't weekend trips; they're just what you do after school. The Gaslight Village downtown has a grocery store, Starbucks, and two ice cream shops that draw lines on warm nights, plus over 300 restaurants within a mile if you want to venture further. You'll notice they tend to be brick traditional builds—solid, established. Downtown Grand Rapids is only about 10 minutes away if you need it, but honestly, most of what you need is already here: transit stops, coffee, groceries, and a school district that's known specifically for one thing—sending kids to Big 10 universities on scholarships. The no-school-bus thing is real too; kids walk or bike to school, which means the streets actually have people on them during the day. It's a small city—2,100 acres—but it punches above its weight on the cultural side. The presence of artists and designers shapes how the place looks and feels, from the galleries to the way storefronts are designed. If you're coming from somewhere larger and expecting sprawl or chain restaurants, you'll find the opposite: density, character, and genuinely walkable shopping and dining steps from your front door.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Reeds Lake within walking distance
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 5 min walk
- Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail: 5 min walk
East Grand Rapids Middle School
- Middle — within walking distance
- East Grand Rapids
- 5 rated schools in district
$168K median household income
- $739K median · 175 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in East Grand Rapids
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,019/mo
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175 homes sold in East Grand Rapids this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 8/10 to 9/10
School District: East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
John Collins Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
0.0 mi
Median Income
$168K
Household
Median Sale Price
$739K
175 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$2,400/mo
$2,200 – $2,575 · estimated range
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
D&W
Jyoti's Kitchen
Starbucks
Big Bob's Pizza
John Collins Park
Unnamed playground
Reeds Lake
Unnamed beach
Reeds Lake Trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike_path
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Breton/Lake (NB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
KDL - East Grand Rapids
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
In 2024, the most common reported offenses in East Grand Rapids were larceny / theft (787 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (175 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting — with a comparison to similar-size Michigan cities below.
No homicides were reported in 2024.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 787 |
| Burglary | 175 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 122 |
| Aggravated assault | 44 |
| Rape | 17 |
| Homicide | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 |
| Arson | 0 |
How East Grand Rapids compares to similar-size Michigan cities
| City | Population | Violent /100k | Property /100k |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ionia | 11,901 | 185 | 555 |
| East Grand Rapids | 11,442 | 61 | 1,084 |
| Grand Haven | 10,997 | 209 | 946 |
| Cadillac | 10,449 | 469 | 2,488 |
| Muskegon Heights | 9,785 | 1,073 | 2,882 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, East Grand Rapids Police Department, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Comparison cities are the nearest in population, ordered by size — not ranked by crime. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced East Grand Rapids home (around $739,322) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $125k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,684 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical East Grand Rapids household earns $168,487 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $1,037,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,684/mo | $124,901 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,436/mo | $144,951 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,688/mo | $151,690 |
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 and median property taxes, 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
8 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$1.1M/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$572K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$480K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$240K
Median
Who actually lends in East Grand Rapids, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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.
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
~$844/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,158 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
City of East Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids wholesale supply)
City operates distribution; water purchased wholesale from Grand Rapids.
Resident-arranged private hauler (city-listed contractors)
City lists approved trash/lawn contractors; residents arrange.
East Grand Rapids Department of Public Safety
Combined public safety (police/fire), 770 Lakeside Dr SE.
Source: eastgrmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for East Grand Rapids 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.
Median Income
$168K
Home Value (Census)
$489K
Expected Rent
$2,400/mo
$2,200 – $2,575 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(29)
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
D&W
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Jyoti's Kitchen
Restaurant
Jose Babushka's
Restaurant
Pink Piggy
Restaurant
Bagel Kitchen
Restaurant
Pera Pizzeria
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
+12 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
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Living in East Grand Rapids: the details
Is East Grand Rapids a good place to live?
East Grand Rapids suits buyers looking for a walkable setting and a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids — here is what the data shows. For getting around, you can walk to groceries, cafés and parks for many everyday errands, though a car still helps for bigger trips. This city is part of East Grand Rapids Public Schools. The going price is around $739,000.
What does it cost to live in East Grand Rapids?
Homes in East Grand Rapids sell for a median of about $739,000. There are 34 homes for sale here right now and 175 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about East Grand Rapids
- What do homes cost in East Grand Rapids?
- The median home value in East Grand Rapids is about $739,322. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the East Grand Rapids housing market?
- there are 34 homes for sale in East Grand Rapids right now, and 175 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve East Grand Rapids?
- East Grand Rapids is served by East Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is East Grand Rapids Middle School (9/10).
- Is East Grand Rapids walkable?
- East Grand Rapids scores 6.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
