James Street & US-31 Northbound Area
Convenient location
The quick answer
James Street & US-31 Northbound Area is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of Lighthouse Academy. Homes here typically sell for around $422,000.
Median $422K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 4.7/10
Out here you're a hop from a community center that sits right on the main drag, which means grocery runs, coffee stops, and dinner are all within arm's reach—seriously, steps away. The area sprawls across nearly 190 acres with a solid mix of residential and commercial space, keeping things practical and accessible; downtown Grand Rapids is about 38 minutes out if you need it, and the beach at Grand Haven is closer at just under 30. Parks dot the township—Windmill Island Gardens is a short drive, and if you boat, Howard Dunton Park launch is less than two miles away. Homes here tend toward ranch and split-level layouts with generous lots, fenced yards for space, and the kind of bones that take upgrades well—you'll find updated kitchens, finished basements, and move-in-ready places mixed in with good bones waiting for your touch. The neighborhood sits in Lighthouse Academy and anchors the northern side of Holland Charter Township, giving you that suburban feel without the isolation.
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Why people love it here
$422K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,868/mo
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Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Walmart Supercenter
+1 more
Chalo Indian Kitchen | Best Indian Restaurant in Holland, MI
+1 more
Up Leaf Café
+1 more
X-Golf Holland
+1 more
Van Bragt Park
+1 more
Naturescape
Savannah Lake
Unnamed beach
Willows Way
Park Township Dog Park
+1 more
James Street & US-31 Northbound Area Trail
Howard Dunton Park Launch
Orangetheory Fitness
+1 more
James West of Van Ommen (Windmill Mobile Park)
+1 more
Walgreens
Herrick District Library North Branch
+1 more
daycare
AMC Star Holland 8
Recent Sale Price
$422K
2 recent sales
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Windmill Island Gardens
1.3 mi
Expected Rent
$1,425/mo
$1,325 – $1,550 · estimated range
Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 7/10
School District: Lighthouse Academy
Crime in James Street & US-31 Northbound 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced James Street & US-31 Northbound Area home (around $422,450) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $76k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,846 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,846/mo | $75,880 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,275/mo | $87,337 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,420/mo | $91,187 |
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
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$423K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$595K
Per listing
Local Government · area-wide
Holland Charter Township
Source: hct.holland.mi.us · 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
~$913/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,387 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Holland Charter Township (water from City of Wyoming)
Township-owned distribution serving 12,900+ customers; water purchased wholesale from City of Wyoming (Lake Michigan).
Holland Charter Township (free seasonal disposal) + resident haulers
Township offers free trash/yard-waste disposal Apr-Oct; regular curbside via private haulers.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred (Holland BPW serves city, not township).
Confirm by addressSEMCO Energy / Consumers Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Four full-time community policing deputies via Ottawa County Sheriff.
Services for Holland Township · Source: hct.holland.mi.us
Utility, solar, and service details for James Street & US-31 Northbound 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Windmill Island Gardens
1.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(26)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+23 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Potbelly
Fast Food
Noodles & Company
Restaurant
Olive Garden
Restaurant
Chalo Indian Kitchen | Best Indian Restaurant in Holland, MI
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness Center
F45 Training
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Large Dog Side)
Dog Park
Helder Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Country Corners Estates Area
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
James Street & US-31 Northbound Area Trail
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
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(4)
Little Kingdom Warriors Academy LLC.
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Toddlerville
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
⚡ EV Charging(4)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
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Living in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area: the details
Is James Street & US-31 Northbound Area a good place to live?
Here is a data-based look at what living in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area is like. Day to day, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of Lighthouse Academy. Expect prices centered around $422,000.
What does it cost to live in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area?
The median home value in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area is about $422,000. 2 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about James Street & US-31 Northbound Area
- What do homes cost in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area?
- The median home value in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area is about $422,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the James Street & US-31 Northbound Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in James Street & US-31 Northbound Area right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve James Street & US-31 Northbound Area?
- James Street & US-31 Northbound Area is served by Lighthouse Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is West Ottawa High School Campus (6/10).
- Is James Street & US-31 Northbound Area walkable?
- James Street & US-31 Northbound Area scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
