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Subdivision56.1 acres

Lafayette Acres

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️8 mito Downtown GR
🏞️33 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$278K median

  • 3 sales in past year
🎓Schools
53

Average schools

  • Kentwood Public Schools
  • 22 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🏡Space & Property

17,206 sq ft avg lots

  • 113 homes

This small residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging 0.4 acres, giving homeowners room to spread out and enjoy private outdoor space. The community features well-maintained ranch-style homes with open floor plans and main-floor living, many backing up to school property for added privacy. With eight grocery stores within two miles and decent transit access, daily needs are easily met despite the quiet, residential setting.

The location provides easy access to Creekside County Park and other nearby green spaces, while students attend Kentwood Public Schools. The area's low-density feel and larger properties create a suburban atmosphere where neighbors have space while still maintaining convenience to essential services. This community works well for families seeking more land and privacy, retirees wanting single-level living, and anyone who values a peaceful residential environment with good school access.

3 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$315K

3 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

116

Median Lot Size

0.40 ac

653 sq ft – 0.84 ac

Nearby Schools

5.3
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 22 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

School District: Kentwood Public Schools

7East Kentwood High SchoolHigh · 10-12 · 2,010 students · 19:1 · 1.7 mi
7East Kentwood Freshman CampusSecondary · 09-09 · 743 students · 17:1 · 2.0 mi
6Southwood ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 332 students · 17:1 · 0.2 mi
5Glenwood ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 406 students · 16:1 · 1.1 mi
5Brookwood ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 349 students · 16:1 · 1.8 mi
4Townline ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 307 students · 17:1 · 0.9 mi
3Valleywood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 514 students · 15:1 · 2.0 mi
3Pinewood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 809 students · 19:1 · 2.1 mi
1Crossroads Alternative High SchoolHigh · 06-12 · 242 students · 20:1 · 0.9 mi

3 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026