Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area
Highly rated schools nearby
The quick answer
Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area is a neighborhood, part of Forest Hills Public Schools and about 7 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $737,000.
8 homes for sale·Median $737K·Walkability 2.3/10·Schools 8.7/10
You'll feel the space here right away—this area stretches across nearly 3,800 acres of Ada township, with properties sitting on acreage that actually breathes. Lots run from just under an acre to well over 4 acres, brick and stucco homes tucked onto cul-de-sacs and private drives, many with in-ground pools, substantial garages, and the kind of quiet that comes with real setback from the road. The Sanctuary gated community anchors part of it, offering low-maintenance living with access to a 40-acre preserve and nature trails. Riverfront parcels along the Grand River show up too—those are the rarest finds, with stone fireplaces and river views.
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Why people love it here
Eastern High School
- High — 1.9 mi away
- Forest Hills
- 3 rated schools in district
$737K median
- 19 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 6 parks within 1 mile
- Paved Trail: 10 min walk
- Mowed Trail: 12 min walk
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Median home price in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,003/mo
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19 homes sold in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 12 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 10/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$737K
19 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Roselle Park
0.8 mi
Expected Rent
$2,850/mo
$2,325 – $3,375 · wider-area estimate
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Roselle Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Forest Hills Foods
Vitale's of Ada
+1 more
The Pantry of Forest Hills
Schnitz Ada Grill
+1 more
Roselle Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
East Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Paved Trail
dog_park
Ada Township Trails
Knapp Street Bridge Launch
Orangetheory Fitness
+1 more
Meijer - Knapp's Corner
Walgreens
Amy Van Andel Library (KDL)
+1 more
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in Grand River Dr & Pettis 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 & Pettis Ave Area home (around $737,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $132k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,964 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,964/mo | $132,379 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,714/mo | $152,366 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,966/mo | $159,084 |
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
Typical Land Value
$139K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$400K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Grand River Dr & Pettis 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.
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 ~6,377 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Septic (individual)
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Joint enhanced-services agreement with Cascade & Grand Rapids Twps; community policing 616-632-3220.
Services for Ada Township · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Grand River Dr & Pettis 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(14)
Forest Hills Foods
Grocery Store
Ada Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Ada Market
Grocery Store
+11 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Vitales Pizza of Ada Inc
Restaurant
Vitale's of Ada
Restaurant
Kamchi
Restaurant
Lalo's Mexican Grill & Bar
Restaurant
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Schnitz Ada Grill
Bar
The Lark - Wine Bar of Ada
Bar
Zeytin Turkish Restaurant
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
Lincoln School
Knapp School
Collins School
School
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(7)
Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
YogaSix
Fitness Center
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Forest View Hospital
Hospital
📚 Libraries(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
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Living in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area: the details
Is Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area a good place to live?
Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area is a strong fit if you want 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 Forest Hills Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $737,000.
What does it cost to live in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area?
The typical home in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area goes for around $737,000. There are 8 homes for sale here right now and 19 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area
- What do homes cost in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area?
- The median home value in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area is about $737,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area housing market?
- there are 8 homes for sale in Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area right now, and 19 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area?
- Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Eastern High School (10/10).
- Is Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area walkable?
- Grand River Dr & Pettis Ave Area scores 2.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
