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
- 24 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
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,240/mo
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24 homes sold in Kent City this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Red Rock Grille
+1 more
Kent City Lounge
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Snow Lake
Unnamed beach
North Country National Scenic Trail
Lime Lake Launch
Rite Aid
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Kent City Community Schools
Crime in Kent City 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Kent City home (around $329,950) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,224 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,224/mo | $59,312 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,560/mo | $68,266 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,673/mo | $71,276 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$45K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$904/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,325 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Utility, solar, and service details for Kent City 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.
🍕 Restaurants(13)
Red Rock Grille
Restaurant
El Zapopan Market & Restaurant
Restaurant
El Tulteco
Restaurant
Galaxy Pizza
Restaurant
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
School
School
Hayward School
+10 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
📚 Libraries(1)
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
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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 4 homes for sale in Kent City right now, and 24 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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