East Lake
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $710K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 8.8/10
This exclusive enclave in Kent County offers an extraordinary residential experience with expansive properties averaging over 17 acres per lot. The generous land parcels create a private, estate-like atmosphere where residents enjoy significant space between homes and the freedom to maintain large gardens, recreational areas, or simply appreciate the natural landscape.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- East Lake within walking distance
- East Lake: 1 min walk
- Echo Lake: 12 min walk
Northern High School
- High — 1.7 mi away
- Forest Hills
- 4 rated schools in district
$710K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in East Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,820/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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Based on 9 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 10/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Forest Hills Park
1.0 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Forest Hills Foods
Brunch House GR
+1 more
The Pantry of Forest Hills
+1 more
Noco Provisions
+1 more
Forest Hills Park
+1 more
Forest Hills Park Playground
East Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Ramona 2
Hillcrest Dog Park
Orchard Home Plat, Amended Plat Lots 1 Thru 8 Incl Lot 29 & Part of Adj Vacated Alley Area Trail
Ada - Grand River Launch
+1 more
Pure Barre
+1 more
Maryland/Michigan (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
+1 more
Miller Library
+1 more
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
+1 more
Crime in East Lake 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 Lake home (around $710,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $125k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,700 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,700/mo | $125,334 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,412/mo | $144,314 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,649/mo | $150,649 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Local Government · area-wide
Grand Rapids Charter Township
Source: grandrapidstwp.org · unconfirmed
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
~$874/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,374 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Township lists private haulers; Kent County DPW waste guide at reimaginetrash.org.
Services for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidstwp.org
Utility, solar, and service details for East Lake 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)
Forest Hills Foods
Grocery Store
bp
Grocery Store
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(17)
Jimmy John's
Restaurant
Zoup! Eatery
Restaurant
Brunch House GR
Restaurant
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Little Bangkok (Grand Rapids)
Restaurant
+12 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(22)
Johnny's Markets
Café
The Pantry of Forest Hills
Café
Starbucks Coffee Company
Café
+19 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Collins School
Lincoln School
Martin School
Northern Trails 5/6 school
Forest Hills Northern
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(11)
Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness Center
Pure Barre
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+8 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Orchard Home Plat, Amended Plat Lots 1 Thru 8 Incl Lot 29 & Part of Adj Vacated Alley Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+2 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(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(3)
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(2)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about East Lake
- What do homes cost in East Lake?
- The median home value in East Lake is about $710,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve East Lake?
- East Lake is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northern Hills Middle School (9/10).
- Is East Lake walkable?
- East Lake scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in East Lake
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