Fairmount Park
Solid value in a growing area
Median $280K·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
$280K median
- 8 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
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Median home price in Fairmount Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,901/mo
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See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$280K
8 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
Frequently asked about Fairmount Park
- What do homes cost in Fairmount Park?
- The median home value in Fairmount Park is about $279,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Fairmount Park housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Fairmount Park right now, and 8 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.