Emerald Lake Gardens
Strong schools draw families here
Median $335K·Walkability 2.8/10·Schools 9.0/10
Emerald Lake Gardens sits on 87 acres where you're surrounded by enough green space that you'll actually use it—there's a nature preserve a 13-minute walk away, three parks within a mile, and a dog park just as close if your house has four legs. Downtown Grand Rapids is 13.7 minutes by car, which means commuting isn't theater, and the airport is 23 minutes if you need to vanish for a few days. Homes here run around $313K on lots averaging 0.4 acres, which gives you actual space without the property tax surprise—and you're zoned for Forest Hills Public Schools. Groceries and restaurants are a 12-minute walk, though you've got 126 restaurants within a mile if you're feeling ambitious, and the transit stop is an 11-minute walk away. This is the kind of place where your commute doesn't eat your life, and you can get to both coffee and dinner without planning an expedition.
Why people love it here
Eastern High School
- High — 4.6 mi away
- Forest Hills
- 3 rated schools in district
$335K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Perch Lake: 12 min walk
- Shadow Lake: 7 min bike
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Median home price in Emerald Lake Gardens
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,271/mo
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See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 8/10 to 10/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$335K
4 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
119
Median Lot Size
0.34 ac
0.17 ac – 1.4 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Emerald Lake Gardens
- What do homes cost in Emerald Lake Gardens?
- The median home value in Emerald Lake Gardens is about $334,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Emerald Lake Gardens housing market?
- no homes are listed in Emerald Lake Gardens right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Emerald Lake Gardens?
- Emerald Lake Gardens is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Eastern High School (10/10).
- Is Emerald Lake Gardens walkable?
- Emerald Lake Gardens scores 2.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.