Graham Estates
Solid value in a growing area
Median $430K·Walkability 5.3/10·Schools 4.6/10
Early morning light hits these streets best, when the neighborhood's tree-lined blocks feel almost sleepy before the day cranks up—a quality that persists even though downtown Grand Rapids is just six minutes away by car. Graham Estates sits within John Ball Park, an 11-acre subdivision where the median home runs around $357K and lots average a sensible 0.29 acres, giving you enough ground without the upkeep burden of sprawl. You're close enough to walk to a restaurant in six minutes or grab coffee in nine, yet surrounded by roughly 60 dining options and 24 grocers within a mile, so the convenience doesn't feel cramped. Transit sits two minutes on foot, a dog park nine minutes away, and Covell Park—one of ten parks within walking distance—offers actual space to breathe. Homes feed into Grand Rapids Public Schools, and if you've got a boat, Butterworth Park Launch is a short 1.5-mile drive. It's the kind of place where urban access and breathing room stop being opposites.
Why people love it here
$430K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 50 parks within 1 mile
- Sibley Tunnel: 7 min walk
- Covell Park: 14 min walk
Walkable for daily errands
- Bridge/Mt. Mercy (WB): 5 min walk
- 6 places within a 10 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Graham Estates
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,918/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$430K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
30
Median Lot Size
0.25 ac
0.19 ac – 0.77 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Covell Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
50
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Concessions
+1 more
Biggby
+1 more
The Søvengård
+1 more
Covell Park
+1 more
Lincoln Park Playground
Lake Leota
+1 more
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Covell Dog Park
+1 more
Butterworth Park Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Bridge/Mt. Mercy (WB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
+1 more
West Side Library
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Based on 26 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Graham Estates 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 Graham Estates home (around $429,900) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $76k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,859 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,859/mo | $76,250 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,292/mo | $87,788 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,437/mo | $91,646 |
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
~$885/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,458 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% 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 Graham Estates 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.
🛒 Grocery(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Tiger Paws Pizza
Restaurant
Bird's Nest Snacks
Restaurant
Lion's Den
Restaurant
Concessions
Fast Food
Monkey Island Cafe
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
School
Sacred Heart School
Sibley School
West Side Christian School
Shawmut Hills School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(10)
Butterworth Park Trail
Bike Path
Oxford Street Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+7 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Graham Estates
- What do homes cost in Graham Estates?
- The median home value in Graham Estates is about $429,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Graham Estates housing market?
- no homes are listed in Graham Estates right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Graham Estates?
- Graham Estates is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Graham Estates walkable?
- Graham Estates scores 5.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.