Garfield Street Area
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Garfield Street Area is a neighborhood, part of Coopersville Area Public School District and about 12 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $446,000.
Median $446K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 6.3/10
Out here you're looking at rural land—just over 3,000 acres of it—with direct access to Wright township and quick routes to downtown Grand Rapids in about 20 minutes. The horizon here is mostly open space and low-traffic roads, the kind where you can actually breathe, and a cup of coffee is literally steps away if you need it. A few restaurants cluster within a mile, including one just a three-minute walk, so you're not completely removed from dining options despite the countryside feel. Cole Park sits about two miles down the road for outdoor recreation, and the grocery store is a short drive at 4.1 miles. Most homes sit on multiple acres—two, three, sometimes more—with hardwood floors, updated kitchens, and fireplaces being the norm, and the proximity to Grand Haven beach (just over 30 minutes) makes weekend trips feel doable. Under Coopersville Area Public School District, the area draws families and those seeking space without complete isolation.
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Why people love it here
$446K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Garfield Street Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,029/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$446K
2 recent sales
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Cole Park
2.2 mi
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,225 – $1,575 · wider-area estimate
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Coopersville Area Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare Supermarket
Rinaldi Pizza & Sub Shop
The Depot Cafe
The Pickle Back
Cole Park
Green Path
Musketawa Trail
Deer Creek Park Launch
KDL Walker Branch
Crime in Garfield Street Area 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 Garfield Street Area home (around $446,250) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $80k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,006 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,006/mo | $80,155 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,460/mo | $92,257 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,612/mo | $96,325 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
Wright Township
Source: wrighttownshipottawami.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
~$858/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,260 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic.
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressWright-Tallmadge Fire Department
Joint fire dept serving Wright and Tallmadge townships, 1565 Jackson St, Marne.
Services for Wright Township · Source: wrighttownshipottawami.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Garfield Street Area 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
Cole Park
2.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(4)
Boxcar Bargains
Grocery Store
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
bp
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
76 Diner Coopersville
Restaurant
Rinaldi Pizza & Sub Shop
Restaurant
Interurban Depot Cafe
Restaurant
Taquería Manriquez
Restaurant
Fatzo's Pizza Coopersville
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(11)
Diamond School
Lillie School
Carroll School
McDearmon School
Rankins School
+6 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(3)
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(6)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+3 more within 5 miles
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Living in Garfield Street Area: the details
Is Garfield Street Area a good place to live?
Garfield Street Area suits buyers looking for a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids — here is what the data shows. Day to day, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Coopersville Area Public School District. Expect prices centered around $446,000.
What does it cost to live in Garfield Street Area?
The typical home in Garfield Street Area goes for around $446,000. 2 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Garfield Street Area
- What do homes cost in Garfield Street Area?
- The median home value in Garfield Street Area is about $446,250. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Garfield Street Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in Garfield Street Area right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Garfield Street Area?
- Garfield Street Area is served by Coopersville Area Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Coopersville Middle School (7/10).
- Is Garfield Street Area walkable?
- Garfield Street Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
