Lenox
Solid value in a growing area
Median $246K·Walkability 6.4/10·Schools 4.3/10
If you're driving out to this part of town, the first thing you'll notice is how close everything actually is—you're talking about four and a half minutes to downtown Grand Rapids from Lenox, which sits within John Ball Park, the 26-acre residential pocket that grew around the neighborhood's green spaces and dining scene. Homes here run around $275K, and the lots are tight (about 0.13 acres each), which means more neighbors and less lawn to maintain—something that actually works in your favor given what's within reach. You've got a coffee shop two minutes away, restaurants right at your doorstep (over 126 of them within a mile), and a transit stop steps from home, so errands don't require much planning. Sibley School Park is a five-minute walk if you want grass and air, and your kids would attend Grand Rapids Public Schools. The Gerald R. Ford airport sits about 23 minutes out, which is reasonable for getting away without a trek. It's the kind of spot where location trades square footage—you're paying for proximity to everything that makes the neighborhood work.
Why people love it here
$246K median
- 7 sales in last 12mo
Very walkable
- Subway: 2 min walk
- 27 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 80 parks within 1 mile
- Lincoln Park: 7 min walk
- Sibley School Park: 7 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Lenox
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,671/mo
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7 homes sold in Lenox this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$246K
7 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
135
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
2871 sq ft – 0.24 ac
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
A & B Grocery
Subway
+1 more
Tim Hortons
+1 more
Joey's Tavern
+1 more
Lincoln Park
+1 more
Lincoln Park Playground
Lake Leota
+1 more
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Downtown Westside Dog Park
+1 more
Butterworth Park Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
8th Day Gym
Lane/Lake Michigan (SB)
+1 more
Walker Street Pharmacy
West Side Library
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Sibley School Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
80
within 1 mile
Based on 32 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Lenox 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 Lenox home (around $246,075) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $44k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,637 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,637/mo | $43,646 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,884/mo | $50,250 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,967/mo | $52,458 |
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
~$885/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,458 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% 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 Lenox 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(30)
A & B Grocery
Grocery Store
Boardwalk Subs
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Fast Food
La Fondita Antojitos Mexicanos
Restaurant
Domino's Pizza
Restaurant
Tacos El Cuñado Bridge St.
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Sibley School
Sacred Heart School
Lexington School
Lexington
Saint Adalberts School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Butterworth Park Trail
Bike Path
Oxford Street Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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Frequently asked about Lenox
- What do homes cost in Lenox?
- The median home value in Lenox is about $246,075. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Lenox housing market?
- no homes are listed in Lenox right now, and 7 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Lenox?
- Lenox is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Lenox walkable?
- Lenox scores 6.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.