Ken-O-Sha Park
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Ken-O-Sha Park is a partly walkable neighborhood, part of New Branches Charter Academy and about 5 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $315,000.
9 homes for sale·Median $315K·Walkability 4.3/10·Schools 3.8/10
This is where Grand Rapids gets quiet and spacious. The southeast side spreads across tree-lined streets where Cape Cod homes sit on generous lots, many with those big fenced backyards that locals keep mentioning. You're looking at a neighborhood where half the homes have fireplaces, finished basements are the norm, and people actually use their three-season porches. It's the kind of place where you wave to neighbors from your front deck and kids ride bikes on sidewalks that actually connect somewhere.
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Why people love it here
$315K median
- 33 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Ken-O-Sha South Loop: 9 min walk
- Ken-O-Sha Green Loop: 13 min walk
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Median home price in Ken-O-Sha Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,138/mo
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33 homes sold in Ken-O-Sha Park this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale · Houses
$332K
29 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$182K
4 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Ken-O-Sha Park
0.6 mi
Expected Rent
$1,325/mo
$1,225 – $1,450 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ken-O-Sha Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Mediterranian Island International Foods
+1 more
Phở Ánh Trăng Restaurant
+1 more
Smart Choice Living
+1 more
Twisted Bull
+1 more
Ken-O-Sha Park
Bowen Station Park Playground
Lake Eastbrook
Unnamed beach
Ken-O-Sha South Loop
dog_park
Unnamed bike path
Butterworth Park Launch
Blue's Gym
Kalamazoo/36th (SB)
+1 more
Zuah Pharmacy
Seymour Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
Based on 22 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: New Branches Charter Academy
Crime in Ken-O-Sha Park 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 Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Ken-O-Sha Park home (around $314,900) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $57k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,121 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,121/mo | $56,562 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,441/mo | $65,102 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,549/mo | $67,972 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$587K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$147K
Median
Who actually lends in Ken-O-Sha Park, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
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.
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
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,290 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
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DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
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Utility, solar, and service details for Ken-O-Sha Park 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(30)
Mediterranian Island International Foods
Grocery Store
Mediterranean Island International Foods
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Phở Ánh Trăng Restaurant
Restaurant
My Kitchen
Restaurant
Great White Fish Chicken
Fast Food
Chicken wok
Restaurant
Grand Indian Cuisine | Best Indian Restaurant in Grand Rapids, MI
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Ken-O-Sha Park School
School
School
Alexander Hamilton School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(3)
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
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Questions about Ken-O-Sha Park? Our team can help with availability, schools, and what it's really like to live here.
Living in Ken-O-Sha Park: the details
Is Ken-O-Sha Park a good place to live?
Ken-O-Sha Park is a strong fit if you want a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This neighborhood is part of New Branches Charter Academy. Homes here typically sell for around $315,000.
What does it cost to live in Ken-O-Sha Park?
Homes range from around $182,000 for condos to $332,000 for single-family houses. That spread reflects the mix of housing here rather than a single going rate. There are 9 homes for sale here right now and 33 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Ken-O-Sha Park
- What do homes cost in Ken-O-Sha Park?
- The median home value in Ken-O-Sha Park is about $314,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Ken-O-Sha Park housing market?
- there are 9 homes for sale in Ken-O-Sha Park right now, and 33 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Ken-O-Sha Park?
- Ken-O-Sha Park is served by New Branches Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Ken-O-Sha Park walkable?
- Ken-O-Sha Park scores 4.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
