East Grand Rapids Public School District
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $725K·Walkability 4.4/10·Schools 5.6/10
If someone asks why you moved here, the first thing you'd say is probably: the schools. East Grand Rapids Public Schools serves about 3,000 students across a preschool, three elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school—and the district has won more athletic state championships than any other public high school in Michigan. AP and IB classes are standard, test scores consistently rank among the state's highest, and a robust Schools Foundation has built an endowment of more than $15 million. The student-to-teacher ratio sits at 18:1, which actually matters when your kid needs help. Homes here run around $700K, brick Traditional-style houses that feel established without being stuffy. Downtown Grand Rapids is about 12 minutes away, and you're right next to Reeds Lake—literally half a mile out—if you want to kayak or just stare at water on a Sunday morning. Groceries, coffee, and restaurants are all within steps, so you're not driving ten minutes for a gallon of milk. There are six parks within a mile, including John Collins Park, which is a six-minute walk. Transit access is close too, which beats a lot of suburban setups. The district's boundaries basically mirror the city limits of East Grand Rapids itself, so you know exactly what you're getting: a neighborhood with excellent schools and the amenities to match.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Reeds Lake within walking distance
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 9 min walk
- Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail: 9 min walk
East Grand Rapids Middle School
- Middle — within walking distance
- East Grand Rapids
- 5 rated schools in district
$725K median
- 178 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in East Grand Rapids Public School District
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,922/mo
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178 homes sold in East Grand Rapids Public School District this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
John Collins Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 29 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Fair
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
Crime in East Grand Rapids Public School District 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 East Grand Rapids Public School District home (around $725,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $129k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,822 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,822/mo | $128,591 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,552/mo | $148,049 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,796/mo | $154,555 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
9 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$1.1M/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$450K
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 Public School District, 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.
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
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Utility, solar, and service details for East Grand Rapids Public School District 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(29)
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
D&W
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Jose Babushka's
Restaurant
Jyoti's Kitchen
Restaurant
Pink Piggy
Restaurant
Bagel Kitchen
Restaurant
Pera Pizzeria
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
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(8)
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+5 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(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about East Grand Rapids Public School District
- What do homes cost in East Grand Rapids Public School District?
- The median home value in East Grand Rapids Public School District is about $725,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the East Grand Rapids Public School District housing market?
- there are 53 homes for sale in East Grand Rapids Public School District right now, and 178 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve East Grand Rapids Public School District?
- East Grand Rapids Public School District is served by East Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Breton Downs School (9/10).
- Is East Grand Rapids Public School District walkable?
- East Grand Rapids Public School District scores 4.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.