Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub.
Walkable and connected
Median $279K·Walkability 6.9/10·Schools 4.1/10
When you turn onto the main street here, you're met with modest brick homes on compact lots—the kind of neighborhood where a coffee shop and restaurant are literally steps away, and the nearest transit stop is right there too. Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. sits on 36 acres of South Grand Rapids, with homes averaging around $202K and lot sizes that keep things close and connected. Downtown is just five minutes away by car, which means you're genuinely near the action without feeling crowded. The dining scene alone is remarkable—427 restaurants within a mile gives you everything from quick breakfast to late-night options, and 19 parks nearby mean Heritage Hill Park is only a five-minute walk if you need green space. Schools here fall under Grand Rapids Public Schools, and while errands require a bit more planning, the transit access—a 10/10 rating—means you can move around the city without a car when it counts.
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Why people love it here
Very walkable
- Cherry Hill Green Playground: 4 min walk
- 29 places within a 10 min walk
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 2.9 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$279K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,891/mo
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4 homes sold in Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthWalkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Fannies Corner
Ellnora's Kitchen
+1 more
The Bradbury Cafe
The Grey Rabbit
Heritage Hill Park
+1 more
Cherry Hill Green Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Grandville Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Eastern/Dunham (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Madison Square Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Based on 32 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$279K
4 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
122
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
1734 sq ft – 0.22 ac
Expected Rent
$1,950/mo
$1,800 – $2,100 · estimated range
Crime in Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. 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 Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. home (around $278,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $50k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,876 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,876/mo | $50,024 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,159/mo | $57,577 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,254/mo | $60,115 |
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.
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 Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. 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
Heritage Hill Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
95
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Ellnora's Kitchen
Restaurant
Tasty Fish & Chicken
Restaurant
Big Fish Wings & Things
Restaurant
Živio
Restaurant
Pacific Moon
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Henry School
Morris School
Grand Rapids High School
School
Madison Park School
Vandenberg School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(16)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+13 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 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(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
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Frequently asked about Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub.
- What do homes cost in Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub.?
- The median home value in Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. is about $278,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. housing market?
- no homes are listed in Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub.?
- Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. walkable?
- Grand Rapids Homestead Assoc. Sub. scores 6.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.