Fairmount Park
Solid value in a growing area
Median $270K·Walkability 5.9/10·Schools 4.7/10
Early evening is when Fairmount Park shows its best self—the light softens across those modest lots, and you can actually see why people chose to plant roots here. This 50-acre subdivision sits squarely in Creston, just seven and a half minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which means you're close enough to the action without living in it. Homes run around $247K, and while the lots are small—averaging 0.14 acres—the neighborhood keeps things practical: forty-two restaurants within a mile, a transit stop practically at your door, and Briggs Park a four-minute walk away if you need to shake off the day. Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, and yes, you'll want a car for coffee (the nearest shop is 1.3 miles), but the boat launch at Comstock Riverside Park is half a mile away if paddling ranks higher on your priority list than espresso.
Why people love it here
$270K median
- 7 sales in last 12mo
City MiddleHigh
- High — 0.5 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Walkable for daily errands
- Briggs Park Playground: 5 min walk
- 16 places within a 10 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Fairmount Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,832/mo
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7 homes sold in Fairmount Park this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$270K
7 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
228
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
2875 sq ft – 0.35 ac
Based on 21 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Creston Market
+1 more
Wing Heaven
+1 more
Sparrows Coffee
+1 more
Vinny's bar
+1 more
Briggs Park
+1 more
Briggs Park Playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
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Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Plainfield/Knapp (SB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Crime in Fairmount Park 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 Fairmount Park home (around $269,900) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,795 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,795/mo | $47,872 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,067/mo | $55,115 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,158/mo | $57,537 |
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,331 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% 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 Fairmount Park 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Briggs Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(27)
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Wing Heaven
Restaurant
Papa Johns Pizza
Restaurant
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
Fast Food
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
Vinny's bar
Bar
Switchback Gear Exchange - Bicycle Shop serving Kava & Beer
Bar
Tap
Bar
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
School
Palmer School
Kent Hills School
Saint Alphonsus School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
+2 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(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
EV Charging
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Fairmount Park
- What do homes cost in Fairmount Park?
- The median home value in Fairmount Park is about $269,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Fairmount Park housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Fairmount Park right now, and 7 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Fairmount Park?
- Fairmount Park is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Fairmount Park walkable?
- Fairmount Park scores 5.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.