Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area
Space and nature
The quick answer
Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of Northview Public Schools and about 8 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $675,000.
20 homes for sale·Median $675K·Walkability 4.3/10·Schools 7.2/10
You'll hear a lot about the Grand River around here, and for good reason—the water shapes everything, from the estates perched along the estuary with their panoramic views to the recreational access a short drive away at the boat launch near the Rogue River Mouth. The neighborhood spreads across more than 3,900 acres of generous lots (averaging 1.7 acres), where ranch homes anchor properties that often back onto wooded grounds or open acreage, some gated and secluded, others oriented toward the water. Dining and groceries cluster close—66 restaurants and 36 grocery stores within a couple of miles means you're never far from a meal, whether that's a quick coffee or something more ambitious. Schools are served by Northview Public Schools, and downtown Grand Rapids sits about 17 minutes away when you need it, but the draw here is really the space itself: wide lots, river views, and enough landscape to feel removed while staying connected to the township's parks and trails.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Versluis Lake within walking distance
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed beach: 2 min walk
- D.W. Richardson Park: 7 min bike
1.6 acre avg lots
- 42 homes
$675K median
- 49 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,582/mo
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49 homes sold in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 9/10
School District: Northview Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Versluis Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Versluis Lake
0.0 mi
Median Sale · Houses
$722K
27 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$557K
22 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Versluis Park
0.8 mi
Expected Rent
$1,700/mo
$1,500 – $1,900 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Wendy's
+1 more
Tim Hortons
+1 more
QDOBA Mexican Eats
+1 more
D.W. Richardson Park
+1 more
D.W. Richardson Park Playground
Versluis Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Sunflower Ridge Trail
dog_park
North County Trailway
Rogue River Mouth Launch
+1 more
Planet Fitness
+1 more
Meijer - Plainfield Township
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area home (around $675,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $121k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,547 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,547/mo | $121,243 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,233/mo | $139,548 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,464/mo | $145,701 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$31K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area, 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.
Local Government · area-wide
Plainfield Charter Township
Source: plainfieldmi.org · 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
~$874/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,376 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Township provides public safety coordinating with sheriff/Major Case Team.
Services for Plainfield Township · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave 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.
🛒 Grocery(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
China Kitchen
Restaurant
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Poke Toki
Restaurant
Subway Sub Shop
Fast Food
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(11)
QDOBA Mexican Eats
Bar
Wild Bill's Tobacco
Bar
LiveGolf Studios at Thousand Oaks Golf Club
Bar
+8 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(25)
School
Moffitt Hill School
Crestwood School
+20 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(9)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Leffingwell Ave & 3 Mile Rd
Fitness Center
+6 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(3)
🚴 Trails(4)
North County Trailway
Bike Path
Robinette’s Mountain Bike Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(3)
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Living in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area: the details
Is Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area a good place to live?
Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area is a strong fit if you want a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids and room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. Day to day, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of Northview Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $675,000.
What does it cost to live in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area?
Homes range from around $557,000 for condos to $722,000 for single-family houses. That spread reflects the mix of housing here rather than a single going rate. There are 20 homes for sale here right now and 49 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area
- What do homes cost in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area?
- The median home value in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area is about $675,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area housing market?
- there are 20 homes for sale in Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area right now, and 49 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area?
- Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area is served by Northview Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northview High School (8/10).
- Is Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area walkable?
- Grand River Dr & East Beltline Ave Area scores 4.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
