Knollcrest Vista
Easy outdoor access
Median $426K·Walkability 4.5/10·Schools 3.4/10
Late afternoon light hits these tree-lined streets best, when the canopy turns golden and the quarter-acre lots show off their breathing room. Knollcrest Vista sits within Ridgemoor, a residential pocket on Grand Rapids's southeast side defined by spacious homes and established trees—here, you're working with around a quarter acre per lot across twenty-six acres, with homes running around $390K. The subdivision has the feel of a place where people actually stay put.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.7 mi
- Swansea Drive Southeast: 7 min bike
- Whiskey Pond: 10 min bike
$426K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Knollcrest Vista
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,892/mo
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5 homes sold in Knollcrest Vista this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Camelot Park
1.1 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.7 mi
Median Sale Price
$426K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
80
Median Lot Size
0.24 ac
0.19 ac – 0.54 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Fresh Thyme
CoreLife Eatery
Starbucks
Condado Tacos
+1 more
Unnamed park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Whiskey Pond
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Swansea Drive Southeast
dog_park
Unnamed bike path
Knapp Street Bridge Launch
Planet Fitness
Burton/Woodlawn (EB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
Hekman Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
Based on 7 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 5/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Knollcrest Vista 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 Knollcrest Vista home (around $426,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $76k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,833 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,833/mo | $75,559 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,262/mo | $86,991 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,406/mo | $90,814 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
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
~$872/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,358 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
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.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Knollcrest Vista 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(29)
Grocery Store
D&W Fresh Market
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Grocery Store
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🍕 Restaurants(16)
Big E's Sports Grill Grand Rapids Beltline
Restaurant
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Restaurant
Restaurant
Coming Soon - Chipotle Mexican Grill
Restaurant
Main Event Grand Rapids
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🍺 Bars(21)
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🏫 Schools(27)
Our Savior Lutheran School
Grand Rapids Christian Middle School
School
Grand Rapids Christian High School
School
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💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(7)
Bike Path
Bike Path
East Paris Homesites Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
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💊 Pharmacies(13)
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👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(11)
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⚡ EV Charging(4)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Knollcrest Vista
- What do homes cost in Knollcrest Vista?
- The median home value in Knollcrest Vista is about $426,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Knollcrest Vista housing market?
- no homes are listed in Knollcrest Vista right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Knollcrest Vista?
- Knollcrest Vista is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Knollcrest Vista walkable?
- Knollcrest Vista scores 4.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.