Engelwood Terrace
Walkable and connected
Median $195K·Walkability 6.9/10·Schools 3.0/10
Late afternoon is when Engelwood Terrace really shines—the tree-lined streets catch that golden light, and the neighborhood's mix of ranch homes and modern designs shows off the care that's gone into these lots, each just under a third of an acre. It's a compact 6-acre subdivision sitting in Shangrai-La, about 12 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, and the bones of the place are genuinely solid: you've got a grocery store and a few solid restaurants within a short walk, plus nearly 50 dining options and over 50 grocers within a mile if you want to roam. Forest Hills Public Schools serves the area, and homes here run around $357K. MacKay-Jaycee Park is less than a mile away when you want green space, and transit is right there too if you need it—but honestly, most days you'll just drive the 13 or so minutes to the airport or downtown without thinking twice about it.
Why people love it here
Very walkable
- Madras Indian Grill: 3 min walk
- 8 places within a 10 min walk
$195K median
- Active listings only
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- MacKay-Jaycee Park: 10 min bike
- Underground Trail (MTB): 4 min drive
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Engelwood Terrace
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,324/mo
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Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Aldi
+1 more
Madras Indian Grill
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
+1 more
Condado Tacos
+1 more
MacKay-Jaycee Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Eastbrook
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Underground Trail (MTB)
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
28th/Englewood (EB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Seymour Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
+1 more
Median List Price
$195K
Active listings only
Parcels / Units
13
Median Lot Size
0.22 ac
0.20 ac – 0.56 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
MacKay-Jaycee Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 5/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Engelwood Terrace 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 Engelwood Terrace home (around $195,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $35k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,297 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,297/mo | $34,587 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,493/mo | $39,820 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,559/mo | $41,570 |
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 Engelwood Terrace 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)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
Madras Indian Grill
Restaurant
Bww Gr1
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
El Torito Asador
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(21)
+18 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
Alexander Hamilton School
Grand Rapids Christian High School
School
Ken-O-Sha Park School
Grand Rapids Christian Middle School
School
Ottawa Hills High School
School
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(8)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
+5 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Shaffer Ave & 36th St Area Trail
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(5)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Engelwood Terrace
- What do homes cost in Engelwood Terrace?
- The median home value in Engelwood Terrace is about $195,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Engelwood Terrace housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Engelwood Terrace right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Engelwood Terrace?
- Engelwood Terrace is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Engelwood Terrace walkable?
- Engelwood Terrace scores 6.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.