Kuipers Meadow
Solid value in a growing area
Median $621K·Walkability 1.4/10·Schools 7.8/10
Straight gravel and manicured lawns greet you at the entrance—this is a 12-acre subdivision where traditional homes in stone and vinyl sit on plots that feel genuinely spaced out. Homes here run around $615K, and they're anchored by Byron Center Public Schools. A small pond runs through the property, adding a touch of water without the wetland headaches. Grocery, coffee, and restaurants cluster within about a mile—there are a dozen grocers within two miles if you want options—so you're not stranded, but you're not stepping out your door into chaos either. Byron Township Whistlestop Park sits 1.4 miles away for the occasional walk. Downtown Grand Rapids is 15 minutes out, the airport about 19, which keeps you tethered to the region without feeling like you're paying a commute tax. It's a straightforward residential play in the Springfield Estates Area—no frills, no marketing angle, just established suburban living with actual space between houses.
Why people love it here
$621K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
Marshall Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.3 mi away
- Byron Center
- 4 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Kuipers Meadow
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,219/mo
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8 homes sold in Kuipers Meadow this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 8/10
School District: Byron Center Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Speedy Cafe
Biggby Coffee
Railside Golf Club | Alder & Iron Restaurant
Byron Township Whistlestop Park
Frog Hollow
Van Singel Lake
Unnamed beach
Connector to Kent Trails
M-6 Trail
Anytime Fitness
Metro Way/Byron Center (EB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Kent District Library - Byron Center Branch
daycare
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
Crime in Kuipers Meadow 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 Kuipers Meadow home (around $621,450) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $110k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,133 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,133/mo | $110,225 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,759/mo | $126,903 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,968/mo | $132,480 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Byron Township
Source: byrontownship.org · unconfirmed
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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,397 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Kent County Sheriff's Office (South Substation)
South Substation serves Gaines/Caledonia/Byron Twps.
Services for Byron · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Kuipers Meadow 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Byron Township Whistlestop Park
1.4 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Speedy Cafe
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
Masa Sushi and Steakhouse
Restaurant
Fruition Açaí and Juice Bar
Restaurant
McAlister's Deli
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(17)
Monelli's Italian Grill & Sports Bar
Bar
Railside Golf Club | Alder & Iron Restaurant
Bar
5th Degree Bar
Bar
+14 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
Marshall School
Adams Protestant Reformed School
School
Pine Grove Learning Center
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(7)
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
Transformation Personal Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+4 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(29)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+26 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Kuipers Meadow
- What do homes cost in Kuipers Meadow?
- The median home value in Kuipers Meadow is about $621,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Kuipers Meadow housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Kuipers Meadow right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Kuipers Meadow?
- Kuipers Meadow is served by Byron Center Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Marshall Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Kuipers Meadow walkable?
- Kuipers Meadow scores 1.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.