H. J. Kenfield Addition
Solid value in a growing area
Median $200K·Walkability 5.8/10·Schools 6.5/10
Biking or driving through here, you feel the space—lots stretching wide, fenced yards with room for gardens, detached garages that could swallow a workshop or a lifetime of storage. The homes themselves wear their updates proudly: new windows, fresh siding, main-floor laundry, open kitchens with real counter space. A few blocks over, Second Ward Park sits right at the edge, and there's a cluster of five parks within a mile if you're counting, plus Twin Lakes just a mile and a half away. The neighborhood has genuine bones—four bedrooms, two-story depth, the kind of layouts that actually breathe—and locals seem to have taken their time with them, adding fireplaces, mudrooms, work-from-home nooks, and outdoor seating areas that suggest people want to stay. Coffee and groceries are close enough to grab without overthinking it, and there's actual dining density: fifteen restaurants within a mile keeps the evening plans flexible. It's the kind of place where you're not squeezed in, and nobody's apologizing for wanting a garage that fits your hobbies.
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Why people love it here
$200K median
- 7 sales in last 12mo
Northeastern Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.9 mi away
- Hastings Area
- 6 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Second Ward Park: 2 min walk
- Hastings Riverwalk: 3 min walk
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Median home price in H. J. Kenfield Addition
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,357/mo
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7 homes sold in H. J. Kenfield Addition this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$200K
7 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,275 – $1,500 · estimated range
Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 8/10
School District: Hastings Area School District
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Second Ward Park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Tom's Meat Market
R&D Pizzeria
+1 more
State Grounds Coffee House
Klosterman's Sports Tap
Second Ward Park
+1 more
Playground on E Vedder Rd
Carter Lake
Hastings Dog Park
Hastings Riverwalk
The Other Body Shop
Hastings Pharmacy
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Crime in H. J. Kenfield Addition 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced H. J. Kenfield Addition home (around $199,900) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $36k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,346 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,346/mo | $35,906 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,550/mo | $41,327 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,618/mo | $43,149 |
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.
Solar potential
~$913/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,392 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for H. J. Kenfield Addition 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(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(5)
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(20)
Central School
Hastings High School
School
Northeastern School
Hastings Center School
+15 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
Hastings Riverwalk
Bike Path
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
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EV Charging
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Frequently asked about H. J. Kenfield Addition
- What do homes cost in H. J. Kenfield Addition?
- The median home value in H. J. Kenfield Addition is about $199,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the H. J. Kenfield Addition housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in H. J. Kenfield Addition right now, and 7 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve H. J. Kenfield Addition?
- H. J. Kenfield Addition is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Northeastern Elementary School (8/10).
- Is H. J. Kenfield Addition walkable?
- H. J. Kenfield Addition scores 5.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.