Kent City
Solid value in a growing area
Median $330K·Walkability 5.2/10·Schools 5.3/10
Out here, your morning commute might take you past apple orchards instead of strip malls—the area sits in the heart of Michigan's fruit-growing region, where peaches and apples thrive on the fertile slopes of Fruit Ridge. Multi-generational farms like New Leaf Orchards anchor the landscape, and farm stands with fresh cider dot the roads alongside newer construction in subdivisions like Meadow Garden Estates. Most homes back up to orchards or open farmland, and it's about a 20-minute drive down US 131 to the broader Tyrone Township amenities or further south to Grand Rapids. The community mixes rural character—corn mazes, hayrides, and pick-your-own operations in fall—with modest suburban residential neighborhoods where renovated classic homes sit alongside energy-efficient new builds, all served by Kent City Community Schools.
Why people love it here
$330K median
- 28 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 7 min walk
- Snow Lake: 8 min drive
Walkable for daily errands
- Red Rock Grille: 3 min walk
- 7 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in Kent City
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$2,240/mo
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28 homes sold in Kent City this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthNearest Park
Unnamed park
0.3 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
Frequently asked about Kent City
- What do homes cost in Kent City?
- The median home value in Kent City is about $329,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Kent City housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Kent City right now, and 28 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Kent City?
- Kent City is served by Kent City Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kent City High School (7/10).
- Is Kent City walkable?
- Kent City scores 5.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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