Jamestown
Strong schools draw families here
Median $453K·Walkability 2.1/10·Schools 8.8/10
Out here, the landscape rolls gently between Grand Rapids and the lakeshore—rural enough to feel genuinely removed, yet close enough that US-131 puts downtown in reach in about 17 minutes. Spring Grove Park anchors the area with walking trails that wind past creeks and a playground, the kind of spot where people actually linger on weekends. Most homes are custom builds from the last two decades, ranch and colonial styles on substantial lots, many with views toward open countryside; construction crews have stayed steady as the area has grown. A single stoplight defines downtown character—there's a new Meijer nearby, and real access to both city and lakeshore without the density of either. Hudsonville Public Schools serve the area, including schools that have earned national recognition. Residents tend to stay put once they settle, drawn to the combination of open space and proximity, the kind of place where contemporary homes sit among fields and the commute to work doesn't consume your life.
Why people love it here
Hudsonville High School
- High — 2.6 mi away
- Hudsonville
- 3 rated schools in district
$453K median
- 48 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Riley Street & 22nd Avenue Area Trail: 1 min walk
- Unnamed bike path: 1 min walk
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Median home price in Jamestown
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,072/mo
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48 homes sold in Jamestown this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 10/10
School District: Hudsonville Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Aldi
The Derby Tavern
Little Dipper Cafe & Ice Cream Shoppe
Delicias fusión kitchen & bar
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Jamestown Township Community Park
Unnamed playground
Mud Lake
Unnamed beach
Bursly trail
Riley Street & 22nd Avenue Area Trail
Snap Fitness
Patmos Library
Hudsonville Early Childhood Center
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
Crime in Jamestown 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 Jamestown home (around $452,500) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $81k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,050 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,050/mo | $81,342 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,511/mo | $93,621 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,666/mo | $97,750 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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.
Who actually lends in Jamestown, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
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Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
Jamestown Charter Township
Source: twp.jamestown.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
~$892/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,240 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
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Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Law enforcement via Ottawa County Sheriff (Sgt. Chris Dill 616-738-4181).
Services for Jamestown · Source: twp.jamestown.mi.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Jamestown 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(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
The Derby Tavern
Restaurant
Thai Landing Restaurant
Restaurant
Culver’s
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(5)
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🏫 Schools(14)
Jamestown Upper Elementary School
School
Riley Street Middle School
School
Jamestown Lower Elementary School
School
Bell School
Star School
+9 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
Riley Street & 22nd Avenue Area Trail
Bike Path
Kenowa Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(1)
Transit Stop
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(1)
Patmos Library
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Frequently asked about Jamestown
- What do homes cost in Jamestown?
- The median home value in Jamestown is about $452,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Jamestown housing market?
- there are 22 homes for sale in Jamestown right now, and 48 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Jamestown?
- Jamestown is served by Hudsonville Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Hudsonville Freshman Building (9/10).
- Is Jamestown walkable?
- Jamestown scores 2.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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