Locke Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $224K·Walkability 4.3/10·Schools 4.0/10
Driving through Locke Plat, you move past modest ranch and Cape Cod homes on tree-lined streets that feel both settled and accessible—the kind of place where 20 acres somehow manages to stay connected to everything around it. Homes here run around $224K, and the subdivision sits within Shawmut Hills, a northwest corner of Grand Rapids known for rolling terrain and mature trees that turn spectacular in fall. Downtown is 10 minutes away, and you're steps from transit if you need it.
Why people love it here
$224K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Shawmut Hills Park: 12 min walk
- Shawmut Park: 7 min bike
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Locke Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,517/mo

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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Frequently asked about Locke Plat
- What do homes cost in Locke Plat?
- The median home value in Locke Plat is about $223,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Locke Plat housing market?
- no homes are listed in Locke Plat right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Locke Plat?
- Locke Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Locke Plat walkable?
- Locke Plat scores 4.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.