Hoffman Meadows No.2
Solid value in a growing area
Median $535K·Walkability 2.1/10·Schools 5.6/10
You're about 12 minutes from Gerald R. Ford Airport, which means if you're flying out early, you're not spending half your morning in traffic. Hoffman Meadows No.2 is a 24-acre subdivision tucked into the Hanna Lake Ave & 76th St area, with homes running around $535K. You've got a grocery store less than a mile away and about 30 restaurants within walking distance if you're willing to grab dinner nearby—everything from quick stops to sit-down spots. The nearest coffee shop is a short drive, and Crystal Springs East Community Park is about a 15-minute walk if you want to get outside. Schools fall under Kentwood Public Schools, and downtown Grand Rapids is roughly 19 minutes away when you need the city proper.
Why people love it here
$535K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Hoffman Meadows No.2
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,632/mo
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Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
ALDI
Jet's Pizza
+1 more
Starbucks Coffee Company
Railtown Brewing Company
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Krafts Lake
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Planet Fitness
Meijer - Gaines Twp
+1 more
Meijer Pharmacy
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Crime in Hoffman Meadows No.2 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 Hoffman Meadows No.2 home (around $535,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $95k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,558 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,558/mo | $94,892 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,097/mo | $109,250 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,277/mo | $114,051 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$109K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Gaines Charter Township
Source: gainestownship.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
~$860/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,273 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Byron-Gaines Utility Authority
BGUA operates/maintains water system; rural fringe on private well.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Kent County Sheriff's Office (South Substation)
South Substation serves Gaines/Caledonia/Byron with dedicated township patrol units.
Gaines Charter Township Fire Department (Dutton/Cutlerville)
Two stations: Dutton and Cutlerville.
Services for Gaines · Source: gainestownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Hoffman Meadows No.2 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
Crystal Springs East Community Park
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(27)
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Fast Food
Subway
Restaurant
Wingstop
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
+22 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
Crystal Springs East Community Park
Unnamed park
Park in 68th St & 60th St Area
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
M-6 Trail
Bike Path
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
M-6 Pathway
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Hoffman Meadows No.2
- What do homes cost in Hoffman Meadows No.2?
- The median home value in Hoffman Meadows No.2 is about $535,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Hoffman Meadows No.2 housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Hoffman Meadows No.2 right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Hoffman Meadows No.2?
- Hoffman Meadows No.2 is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Explorer Elementary (7/10).
- Is Hoffman Meadows No.2 walkable?
- Hoffman Meadows No.2 scores 2.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.