Mike Nawrot
Local Expert
Johnson Estates
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $500K·Walkability 5.2/10·Schools 7.0/10
What surprises people about Johnson Estates is how close you are to everything without feeling crammed in—114 acres of platted homes where you can grab coffee in seven minutes but still have actual breathing room, and a transit stop right at your doorstep if you need it. Downtown Grand Rapids sits about 16 minutes away, which means your commute is real but not brutal, and homes here run around $512K. The subdivision sits within the Vredevoogd Plat Area and feeds into Grandville Public Schools, and what really clinches it is the sheer density of places to eat—222 restaurants within a mile, everything from quick bites to sit-down spots. You've got three parks nearby and Calvin Crest Park is a short walk away, so there's actual green space mixed in with the convenience; the real kicker is that Kenowa Lake lands just 1.8 miles out, close enough for a weekend afternoon without being in your backyard.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Kenowa Lake — 1.5 mi
- 16 parks within 1 mile
- Whispering Springs Lake: 5 min walk
- RiverTown Mall Trail: 15 min walk
Grandville South Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.4 mi away
- Grandville
- 1 rated school in district
$500K median
- 13 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Johnson Estates
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,394/mo
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13 homes sold in Johnson Estates this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 9 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 9/10
School District: Grandville Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Calvin Crest Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
16
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Kenowa Lake
1.5 mi
Frequently asked about Johnson Estates
- What do homes cost in Johnson Estates?
- The median home value in Johnson Estates is about $499,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Johnson Estates housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Johnson Estates right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Johnson Estates?
- Johnson Estates is served by Grandville Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grandville South Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Johnson Estates walkable?
- Johnson Estates scores 5.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.