Lanterns of Cascade
Strong schools draw families here
Median $1.0M·Walkability 4.2/10·Schools 8.6/10
You'll want to catch this place in early evening, when the light hits the landscaping just right and you can actually see why someone chose to build here. Lanterns of Cascade sits on 12 acres in the 36th Street corridor, and the condos run around $175K — which means you're looking at solid, straightforward ownership without the constant upkeep of a full lot. The community feeds into Forest Hills Public Schools, and you're about 17 minutes into downtown Grand Rapids or 11 or so minutes out to Gerald R. Ford airport, so you're close enough to move around the city without feeling like you live in it. There are roughly 60 restaurants within a mile, a grocery within a 12-minute walk, and two parks practically on your doorstep — Leslie E. Tassell Park is a quick 15-minute walk if you want to stretch your legs.
Why people love it here
Central High School
- High — 2.7 mi away
- Forest Hills
- 4 rated schools in district
$1.0M median
- 2 recent sales
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Lanterns of Cascade
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,921/mo
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Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 8/10 to 9/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Recent Sale Price
$1.0M
2 recent sales
Units
21
Complex Size
11.9 ac
21 units
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
D&W Fresh Market
+1 more
Culver's
+1 more
Scooter's Coffee
Tacos El Cuñado Cascade
+1 more
Leslie E. Tassell Park
Unnamed playground
Walden Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Ada Township Trails
dog_park
Unnamed bike path
Ada - Grand River Launch
The Other Body Shop
Patterson/37th (SB)
Walgreens
Cacade Township Branch
Milestones Child Development Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
Crime in Lanterns of Cascade 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 Lanterns of Cascade home (around $1,019,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $181k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $6,781 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $6,781/mo | $180,826 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $7,807/mo | $208,187 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $8,150/mo | $217,337 |
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.
Homeowners Association
Lanterns of Cascade (condominium)
Managed by Developed by DeHaan Homes
Source: grrealestateinfo.com · unconfirmed
Local Government · area-wide
Cascade Charter Township
Source: cascadetwp.com · 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
~$875/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,379 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Township/Grand Rapids regional water (developed); private well rural
Municipal water in developed corridors; rural on well.
Municipal sewer (developed); individual septic rural
Sewer in serviced areas; rural on septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Joint enhanced-services / community policing agreement with Ada & Grand Rapids Twps.
Services for Cascade · Source: cascadetwp.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Lanterns of Cascade 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
Leslie E. Tassell Park
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(13)
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Harvest Health Foods
Grocery Store
+10 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
Restaurant
Emonae Korean Restaurant
Restaurant
Jersey Mike's Subs
Restaurant
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(27)
Shepards Grill & Tavern
Bar
Tacos El Cuñado Cascade
Bar
Noto's Old World Italian Dining
Bar
+24 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(14)
Goldfish Swim School
Forest Hills School
West Michigan Aviation Academy
School
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Cascade Hospital for Animals Dog Park
Dog Park
Shaggy Pines Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Country Brook Estates Area
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Forest View Hospital
Hospital
📚 Libraries(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(2)
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Lanterns of Cascade
- What do homes cost in Lanterns of Cascade?
- The median home value in Lanterns of Cascade is about $1,019,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lanterns of Cascade housing market?
- no homes are listed in Lanterns of Cascade right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lanterns of Cascade?
- Lanterns of Cascade is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Central Middle School (9/10).
- Is Lanterns of Cascade walkable?
- Lanterns of Cascade scores 4.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.