Fillmore
Quiet lots near top schools
5 homes for sale·Median $355K·Walkability 1.1/10·Schools 8.0/10
Life here moves at a different pace than the city—you've got room to breathe, literally, with an average lot size of 1.38 acres, but you're not stranded; a grocery store is about a 12-minute walk, and there's a restaurant within 7 minutes on foot. The township spans 18,128 acres across Allegan County, with Hamilton Community Schools serving the area, and downtown Grand Rapids sits about 37 minutes away when you need it. What really makes the daily routine different is the mix: you can step out your door and hit Kensington Park in four minutes, choose from 17 restaurants within a mile, or grab coffee in ten, but the whole thing still feels spacious enough that you're not swimming in neighbors. The density is just right—close enough to actual amenities that you don't need to plan a road trip for dinner, but spread out enough that your property actually means something.
Why people love it here
1.4 acre avg lots
- 28 homes
Blue Star Elementary School
- Elementary — 3.0 mi away
- Hamilton
- 1 rated school in district
$80K median household income
- $355K median · 13 sales in last 12mo
Explore Fillmore
Same name, different focus — Fillmore is also covered as:
- Fillmore Community — community details
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Median home price in Fillmore
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,410/mo
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13 homes sold in Fillmore this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Hamilton Community Schools
Median Income
$80K
Household
Median Sale Price
$355K
13 sales in last 12mo
Parcels
28
19 residential
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
McDonald's
The Office Bar & Grill
Cottonwood Park
+1 more
Playground in Holiday Sub Area
Goshorn Lake
Hawthorne Natural Area Beach
Meadowlark Loop
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Small Dog Side)
Adams Street Area Trail
Kollen Park Launch
MVP Athletic Club, Holland
Waverly North of 48th
+1 more
Herrick District Library
The Day Center of Evergreen
Sperry's Moviehouse
Most of Fillmore is policed by the Allegan County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (433 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (129 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.001% of the population, roughly 1 in 100,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 433 |
| Burglary | 129 |
| Aggravated assault | 78 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 58 |
| Rape | 9 |
| Arson | 7 |
| Robbery | 5 |
| Homicide | 1 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Allegan County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Allegan County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Fillmore alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Fillmore home (around $355,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $57k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,151 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Fillmore household earns $79,661 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $510,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,151/mo | $57,354 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,508/mo | $66,882 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,628/mo | $70,068 |
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 and median property taxes, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Who actually lends in Fillmore, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
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
~$904/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,327 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well / Holland BPW (fringe)
Rural wells; Holland BPW serves part of township.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Republic/Waste Management common in area.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Consumers Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressLocal township/area fire department
Rural fire coverage; confirm provider.
Source: hollandbpw.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Fillmore 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.
Median Income
$80K
Home Value (Census)
$287K
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Kensington Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Fast Food
Restaurant
Russ' Restaurant
Restaurant
Marlena's Bistro and Pizzeria
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
+24 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(3)
Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool
Childcare Center
Toddlerville
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(3)
⚡ EV Charging(3)
EV Charging
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Fillmore
- What do homes cost in Fillmore?
- The median home value in Fillmore is about $355,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Fillmore housing market?
- there are 5 homes for sale in Fillmore right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Fillmore?
- Fillmore is served by Hamilton Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Blue Star Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Fillmore walkable?
- Fillmore scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
