Kentwood
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Kentwood is a partly walkable city, part of Excel Charter Academy and about 7 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $340,000.
163 homes for sale·Median $340K·Walkability 4.7/10·Schools 5.4/10
You'll find the daily rhythm here shaped by real access—restaurants, grocers, and coffee shops are steps away, and over 900 of them sit within a mile, so you're not planning trips so much as wandering out your door and landing somewhere good. The 28th Street corridor especially hums with everything from taquerias to car lots to shopping, and Woodland Mall brings over 100 stores into one place if you want it all in one go. What makes it different from a lot of suburbs is the sheer range of global cuisine—Vietnamese, Liberian, Mexican, Middle Eastern—because the city draws people from across the world, and they've brought their food with them. You're not driving to some "international district" somewhere else; it's woven into the regular fabric here.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.3 mi
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 2 min walk
- Dog Park Trail: 6 min walk
$74K median household income
- $340K median · 612 sales in last 12mo
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Kentwood
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,308/mo
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612 homes sold in Kentwood this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Dog Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.3 mi
Median Income
$74K
Household
Median Sale · Houses
$355K
432 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$245K
180 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,550/mo
$1,425 – $1,675 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Asian Delight Marketplace
+1 more
The Candied Yam Delightful Southern Cuisine (44th Street)
+1 more
Scooter's Coffee
+1 more
Tokyo Grill & Sushi
+1 more
Unnamed park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Eastbrook
Unnamed beach
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Dog Park Trail
Blue's Gym
Walma/44th (SB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Kentwood Library
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
Based on 12 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 7/10
School District: Excel Charter Academy
In 2024, the most common reported offenses in Kentwood were larceny / theft (1,655 per 100,000 residents) and motor-vehicle theft (354 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting — with a comparison to similar-size Michigan cities below.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.002% of the population, roughly 1 in 50,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 1,655 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 354 |
| Aggravated assault | 304 |
| Burglary | 226 |
| Rape | 59 |
| Robbery | 37 |
| Arson | 13 |
| Homicide | 2 |
How Kentwood compares to similar-size Michigan cities
| City | Population | Violent /100k | Property /100k |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Heights | 60,147 | 461 | 1,255 |
| Royal Oak | 57,250 | 128 | 807 |
| Kentwood | 53,892 | 403 | 2,249 |
| East Lansing | 50,471 | 222 | 1,232 |
| Portage | 49,416 | 277 | 2,987 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Kentwood Police Department, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Comparison cities are the nearest in population, ordered by size — not ranked by crime. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Kentwood home (around $340,000) 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 $2,131 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Kentwood household earns $73,647 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $455,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,131/mo | $56,817 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,476/mo | $66,038 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,593/mo | $69,137 |
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 and median property taxes, 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
19 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$111K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$155K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
6 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$395K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$197K
Median
Who actually lends in Kentwood, 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
~$858/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,257 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Kentwood 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.
Median Income
$74K
Home Value (Census)
$249K
Expected Rent
$1,550/mo
$1,425 – $1,675 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(29)
Family Fare
Grocery Store
Horrocks Market
Grocery Store
Asian Delight Marketplace
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
Little Caesars Pizza
Restaurant
Wasabi
Restaurant
The Candied Yam Delightful Southern Cuisine (44th Street)
Restaurant
Tasty Gyro & Coney Island
Restaurant
Village Inn
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
School
School
Alexander Hamilton School
School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(5)
Dog Park Trail
Bike Path
Stanaback Park Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Forest View Hospital
Hospital
Hospital
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
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Living in Kentwood: the details
Is Kentwood a good place to live?
Kentwood suits buyers looking for a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. For getting around, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This city is part of Excel Charter Academy. The going price is around $340,000.
What does it cost to live in Kentwood?
Homes range from around $245,000 for condos to $355,000 for single-family houses. That spread reflects the mix of housing here rather than a single going rate. There are 163 homes for sale here right now and 612 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Kentwood
- What do homes cost in Kentwood?
- The median home value in Kentwood is about $340,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Kentwood housing market?
- there are 163 homes for sale in Kentwood right now, and 612 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Kentwood?
- Kentwood is served by Excel Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is Challenger Elementary (7/10).
- Is Kentwood walkable?
- Kentwood scores 4.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
