Emerald Springs
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $466K·Walkability 3.7/10·Schools 7.0/10
What surprises people most about Emerald Springs is how much you get on eight acres—the subdivision packs in a real neighborhood feel without the sprawl, with average lots just under a quarter-acre and homes running around $84K. You're close enough to walk to groceries and restaurants (both within an eight-minute stroll), and there are two parks within a mile if you want green space nearby; an unnamed park is about a ten-minute walk away. The Allendale Public Schools district serves the area, and you're looking at a straight shot to downtown Grand Rapids in about 25 minutes, or under 30 to Grand Haven beach if you want a weekend escape. What really anchors this place, though, is the density of actual things to do around you—24 restaurants and 12 grocery stores within a two-mile radius—so you're not driving across town just to grab dinner.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Hidden Lake — 1.6 mi
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 14 min walk
- Unnamed bike path: 15 min walk
Evergreen Elementary
- Elementary — 1.5 mi away
- Allendale
- 4 rated schools in district
$466K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Emerald Springs
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,166/mo
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3 homes sold in Emerald Springs this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 9/10
School District: Allendale Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Hidden Lake
1.6 mi
Median Sale Price
$466K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
25
Median Lot Size
0.23 ac
0.19 ac – 0.43 ac
Homeowner Rate
45.8%
Principal residence
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
El Aztecas
+1 more
Starbucks Coffee Company
+1 more
Main Street Pub
+1 more
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Hidden Lake
Ravine Park Trails
Unnamed bike path
Georgetown Launch
Snap Fitness
Greek Housing (EB)
+1 more
Allendale Township Library
Little Mitten Child Care
Crime in Emerald Springs 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Emerald Springs home (around $466,349) 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 $3,102 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,102/mo | $82,715 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,571/mo | $95,231 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,728/mo | $99,416 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Allendale Charter Township
Source: allendalemi.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
~$918/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,426 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Allendale Charter Township Public Utilities
Township water distribution; 69.5 mi watermain, two towers.
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred for Ottawa County township.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
No township PD; county sheriff with contracted deputies.
Services for Allendale · Source: allendalemi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Emerald Springs 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(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
El Aztecas
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
Fast Food
Bamboo Express
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
Starbucks Coffee Company
Café
Affogato’s Ice Cream & Coffee
Café
Café
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
Main Street Pub
Pub
Main St. Pub - Allendale
Bar
Mancino's Pizza & Grinders
Bar
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(6)
+1 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Dewpointe West Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(22)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+19 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Little Mitten Child Care
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(3)
Seidman House
Frequently asked about Emerald Springs
- What do homes cost in Emerald Springs?
- The median home value in Emerald Springs is about $466,349. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Emerald Springs housing market?
- no homes are listed in Emerald Springs right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Emerald Springs?
- Emerald Springs is served by Allendale Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Evergreen Elementary (9/10).
- Is Emerald Springs walkable?
- Emerald Springs scores 3.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.