Eastern-Burton
Solid value in a growing area
3 homes for sale·Median $235K·Walkability 5.9/10·Schools 4.0/10
Here's where Grand Rapids gets real about affordable neighborhoods with actual character. This pocket of Southeast Grand Rapids doesn't pretend to be something it's not — it's working families, updated bungalows, and neighbors who actually know each other's names. Walk down Ardmore or Burton Street and you'll see what I mean: hardwood floors gleaming through front windows, covered porches perfect for summer evenings, and that mix of original 1920s details with smart modern updates that makes a house feel like home.
Why people love it here
$235K median
- 22 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Eastern/Griggs (NB): 4 min walk
- 15 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 50 parks within 1 mile
- Cheseboro Park: 6 min walk
- Paris Park: 11 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Eastern-Burton
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,595/mo
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22 homes sold in Eastern-Burton this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
SAFARI SUPERMARKET LLC
+1 more
Chicken Coop
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
+1 more
The Derby
+1 more
Cheseboro Park
+1 more
Cheseboro Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Underground Trail (MTB)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike path
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Eastern/Griggs (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Seymour Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Wealthy Theater
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Cheseboro Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
50
within 1 mile
Based on 24 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: River City Scholars Charter Academy
Crime in Eastern-Burton 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 Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Eastern-Burton home (around $235,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $42k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,563 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,563/mo | $41,681 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,800/mo | $47,988 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,879/mo | $50,097 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$205K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$103K
Median
Who actually lends in Eastern-Burton, 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.
Neighborhood Association
South East End Neighborhood Association
Southeast-side Grand Rapids neighborhood association covering the South East End area, roughly Eastern Avenue to Kalamazoo Avenue between Hall Street and Burton Street; home to Mulick and Cambridge Parks and the Hall Street business node.
Source: grandrapidsmi.gov · 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
~$884/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,451 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Eastern-Burton 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)
Safari Supermarket Llc
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Great Giant Supermarket
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(22)
Chicken Coop
Restaurant
Burton Village BBQ Company
Restaurant
Wing Heaven
Restaurant
Eastern Deli LLC
Restaurant
J Burger n Wings
Restaurant
+17 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(17)
+14 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
The Derby
Bar
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
Bar
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
Bar
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
River City Scholars Charter Academy
Dickinson School
School
Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School–Evergreen Campus
School
Saint Francis Xavier School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+4 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(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Eastern-Burton
- What do homes cost in Eastern-Burton?
- The median home value in Eastern-Burton is about $235,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Eastern-Burton housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Eastern-Burton right now, and 22 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Eastern-Burton?
- Eastern-Burton is served by River City Scholars Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Eastern-Burton walkable?
- Eastern-Burton scores 5.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
