Paradise
Room to spread out, great value
The quick answer
Paradise is a neighborhood, part of Fennville Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $371,000.
1 home for sale·Median $371K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 4.5/10
This corner of Kent County feels like you've found Michigan's best-kept secret — where half-acre lots are the norm and your nearest neighbor isn't close enough to hear your morning coffee routine. With a median lot size of over half an acre, you get the kind of space that lets you actually use your backyard for something other than storing your garbage cans. The area draws people who want room to breathe without sacrificing access to everything Grand Rapids has to offer.
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Why people love it here
3.5 acre avg lots
- 80 homes
$371K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Paradise Park: 4 min walk
- Hutchinson Garden: 6 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Paradise
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,517/mo
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8 homes sold in Paradise this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$371K
8 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Paradise Park
0.1 mi
Expected Rent
$975/mo
$850 – $1,100 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Paradise Park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 6/10
School District: Fennville Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant
Paradise Park
Paradise Park Playground
Hutchins Lake
Beach in Riverside Rest Area
Fennville Library
Crime in Paradise 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 Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Paradise home (around $370,800) at today's 6.71% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,509 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,509/mo | $66,917 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,888/mo | $77,012 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,015/mo | $80,412 |
Estimates use a 6.71% 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.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$87K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$525K
Per listing
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 ~6,385 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged hauler
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Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Regional electric provider.
Confirm by addressServices for Fennville · Source: fennville.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Paradise 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.
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Living in Paradise: the details
Is Paradise a good place to live?
Paradise is a strong fit if you want room to spread out on larger lots — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Fennville Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $371,000.
What does it cost to live in Paradise?
The typical home in Paradise goes for around $371,000. There is 1 home for sale here right now and 8 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Paradise
- What do homes cost in Paradise?
- The median home value in Paradise is about $370,800. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Paradise housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Paradise right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Paradise?
- Paradise is served by Fennville Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Fennville Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Paradise walkable?
- Paradise scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
