Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub.
Strong schools draw families here
Median $270K·Walkability 6.0/10·Schools 4.3/10
Out here on the higher ground of Belknap Lookout, you're sitting on 8 acres where original homes from the late 1800s line quiet streets with low traffic—the kind of cul-de-sacs where hardwood floors and bay windows are standard issue. The neighborhood packs 240 restaurants within a mile, coffee shops 8 minutes away on foot, and a transit stop practically at your doorstep, so downtown Grand Rapids is just 5 minutes by car when you need it. Highland Park's 28 acres of green space is a short walk, and fitness amenities score a perfect 10—you're steps from trails and recreation without the sprawl feeling. Homes here typically feature updated kitchens, fresh roofs, and fenced yards; many have been renovated while keeping their original character intact. The Medical Mile sits just south, and Gerald R. Ford Airport is about 20 minutes away. It's the kind of place where you get city proximity, walkable dining and transit, but still breathe a little easier than you would closer to downtown—real neighborhood bones, not a tourist zone.
Why people love it here
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 1.0 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- College/Shirley (NB): 2 min walk
- 7 places within a 10 min walk
$270K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,832/mo
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3 homes sold in Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 28 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Creston Market
+1 more
Mai's Thai
+1 more
Bagel Beanery
+1 more
College Inn
+1 more
Highland Park
+1 more
Coit Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Unnamed bike path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Communitea Wellness
College/Shirley (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
+1 more
Median Sale Price
$270K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
41
Median Lot Size
0.12 ac
0.11 ac – 0.24 ac
Crime in Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. 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 Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. 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 ~6,334 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 Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. 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
Highland Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
75
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(29)
Grocery Store
Gorden Food Service
Grocery Store
U Save Mart
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Mai's Thai
Restaurant
Fast Food
Restaurant
Mr. Pizza
Fast Food
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Kendall School
School
Coit Creative Arts Academy
Eastern School
Saint Alphonsus School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Belknap Lookout Trail
Bike Path
Canal Street Park Trail
Bike Path
+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(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub.
- What do homes cost in Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub.?
- The median home value in Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. is about $269,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. housing market?
- no homes are listed in Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub.?
- Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. walkable?
- Gilbert Hopson & Griffith Sub. scores 6.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.