Hill - Crest
Solid value in a growing area
Median $318K·Walkability 5.8/10·Schools 4.2/10
Sitting on the west side of Grand Rapids, Hill-Crest spreads across thirty-five acres of the Richmond-Oakleigh neighborhood, where mid-century ranches and traditional homes anchor quiet streets lined with mature trees. You're close enough to downtown that a ten-minute drive gets you there, and the suburban feel—winding roads, spacious lots, that sense of being tucked into an established pocket of the city—comes without the isolation. Alpine Avenue and Leonard Street keep errands and shopping within reach, and you've got three parks nearby, including Brian Dyk Nature Preserve about an eleven-minute walk away.
Why people love it here
$318K median
- 6 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Deliciosos Antojitos: 3 min walk
- 8 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Brian Dyk Nature Preserve: 15 min walk
- Tremont Greenspace: 9 min bike
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Hill - Crest
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,155/mo
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6 homes sold in Hill - Crest this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$318K
6 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
153
Median Lot Size
0.17 ac
4330 sq ft – 0.41 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Deliciosos Antojitos
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Biggby
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Bestside
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Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
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Lake Leota
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Richmond Hills Dog Park
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Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Leonard/Covell (WB)
+1 more
Walker Street Pharmacy
West Leonard Library
+1 more
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Based on 17 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Hill - Crest 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 Hill - Crest home (around $317,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $56k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,112 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,112/mo | $56,314 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,431/mo | $64,835 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,538/mo | $67,685 |
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 Hill - Crest 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(27)
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Grocery Store
Grocery Store
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Grocery Store
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🍕 Restaurants(9)
Deliciosos Antojitos
Restaurant
Sandy's Donuts
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
DiPiazza's Pizzeria
Restaurant
Los Mariscos de Pancho
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
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🍺 Bars(12)
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🏫 Schools(30)
West Side Christian School
Villa Maria School
School
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💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
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🚴 Trails(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
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💊 Pharmacies(8)
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👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(8)
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⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Hill - Crest
- What do homes cost in Hill - Crest?
- The median home value in Hill - Crest is about $317,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Hill - Crest housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Hill - Crest right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Hill - Crest?
- Hill - Crest is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Hill - Crest walkable?
- Hill - Crest scores 5.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.