Idlewild Area
Quiet lots near top schools
The quick answer
Idlewild Area is a neighborhood, part of Hopkins Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $363,000.
3 homes for sale·Median $363K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 6.5/10
When you crave space to breathe and the kind of quiet that only comes with miles between you and your neighbors, this slice of Hopkins delivers exactly that. With median lots stretching nearly 5 acres, you're not just buying a home — you're buying your own private countryside retreat where the nearest restaurant might be a quick walk away, but grocery runs become a 3.5-mile journey that you plan accordingly. The rolling terrain and natural landscape here create a backdrop that feels worlds away from the Grand Rapids hustle.
Why people love it here
12.5 acre avg lots
- 1,110 homes
Lake life
- Big Lake within walking distance
- Big Lake: 7 min drive
- Hicks Lake: 8 min drive
Hopkins High School
- High — 5.2 mi away
- Hopkins
- 3 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Idlewild Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,467/mo
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20 homes sold in Idlewild Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$363K
20 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Big Lake Public Access
1.8 mi
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Big Lake Public Access
1.8 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Big Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 9/10
School District: Hopkins Public Schools
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Living in Idlewild Area: the details
Is Idlewild Area a good place to live?
Idlewild Area suits buyers looking for room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby — 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 Hopkins Public Schools. The going price is around $363,000.
What does it cost to live in Idlewild Area?
Homes in Idlewild Area sell for a median of about $363,000. There are 3 homes for sale here right now and 20 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Idlewild Area
- What do homes cost in Idlewild Area?
- The median home value in Idlewild Area is about $363,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Idlewild Area housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Idlewild Area right now, and 20 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Idlewild Area?
- Idlewild Area is served by Hopkins Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Hopkins High School (9/10).
- Is Idlewild Area walkable?
- Idlewild Area scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
