Eastgate
Surrounded by nature
Median $467K·Walkability 5.3/10·Schools 4.1/10
It's hard not to develop opinions about a place where ranch homes with actual yards line tree-dense streets and someone's always tending their garden—which, literally, you can do in one of two community plots maintained by the neighborhood association. Eastgate rose from farmland after World War II and spent decades quietly doing the postwar-suburban thing: decent bones, friendly sidewalks where people actually walk dogs, and enough Italian restaurants (Andrea's Pizza has been slinging it here for over 40 years) that you won't need to venture far for dinner. Homes here run around $432K and sit on modest lots—about a quarter acre each—meaning you get private space without the isolation. Downtown Grand Rapids is 12.8 minutes away, and Mulick Park's 10 acres hold tennis courts, a splash pad, and free fitness classes if you're the type to show up. The Eastgate Neighborhood Association has thrown summer pig roasts since 1990, which tells you something about the vibe without having to say much. Grocery and restaurants are both a nine-minute walk; a coffee shop takes fourteen.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.4 mi
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Cambridge Park: 13 min walk
- Mulick Park: 14 min walk
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 4.6 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$467K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
Explore Eastgate
Same name, different focus — Eastgate is also covered as:
- Eastgate Neighborhood — the neighborhood — homes for sale and what it's like to live there
- Eastgate Association — the neighborhood association — community events, meetings, and who represents the area
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Eastgate
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,167/mo
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See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Cambridge Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.4 mi
Based on 20 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$467K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
25
Median Lot Size
0.19 ac
1250 sq ft – 0.47 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
D&W Fresh Market
Andrea's Pizza - Grand Rapids
+1 more
Starbucks Coffee Company
Condado Tacos
+1 more
Cambridge Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike_path
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Boston/Gorham (EB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Crime in Eastgate 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 Eastgate home (around $466,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $83k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,103 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,103/mo | $82,742 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,572/mo | $95,262 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,729/mo | $99,448 |
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.
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 Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
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 Eastgate 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)
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Grocery Store
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🍕 Restaurants(16)
Andrea's Pizza - Grand Rapids
Restaurant
Sunshine’s Village Cone Shop
Restaurant
Grand Lakes
Restaurant
Blimpie
Restaurant
Grand Lakes Chinese Restaurant
Restaurant
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☕ Coffee(17)
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🍺 Bars(15)
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🏫 Schools(27)
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Mulick Park Elemntary School
Grand Rapids Christian Middle School
School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
+11 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
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
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Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
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Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
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📚 Libraries(13)
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⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Eastgate
- What do homes cost in Eastgate?
- The median home value in Eastgate is about $466,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Eastgate housing market?
- no homes are listed in Eastgate right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Eastgate?
- Eastgate is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Eastgate walkable?
- Eastgate scores 5.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.