Maple Forest Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $350K·Walkability 5.6/10·Schools 5.2/10
The first thing you'll notice about this subdivision is how close everything actually is—a dozen restaurants within walking distance, a transit stop basically at your doorstep, and downtown Grand Rapids just 15 minutes away. Maple Forest Plat sits on 8 acres with modest lots (around 0.21 acres each) where homes run about $295K, and the whole setup feels genuinely connected to the surrounding area rather than isolated. You've got Rondo Station Park a seven-minute walk away, along with six other parks within a mile, so there's green space without ever feeling far from what you need.
Why people love it here
$350K median
- 1 recent sale
Walkable for daily errands
- Kalamazoo/East-West Trail (NB): 3 min walk
- 7 places within a 10 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Maple Forest Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,376/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$350K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
30
Median Lot Size
0.21 ac
0.21 ac – 0.26 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Persian Nepali International Halal Market
+1 more
Casey's
+1 more
Tim Hortons
+1 more
Despecho Sports Bar
+1 more
Rondo Station Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Eastbrook
Unnamed beach
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
dog_park
East-West Trail
Blue's Gym
Kalamazoo/East-West Trail (NB)
+1 more
Zuah Pharmacy
Kentwood Library
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 16 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Maple Forest Plat 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 Maple Forest Plat home (around $350,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $62k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,328 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,328/mo | $62,079 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,680/mo | $71,472 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,798/mo | $74,613 |
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
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,290 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Services for Kentwood · Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Maple Forest Plat 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
Rondo Station Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Afghan Halal Supermarket
Grocery Store
Persian Nepali International Halal Market
Grocery Store
Everest Marketplace LLC
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Casey's
Restaurant
Tropicala Taste
Restaurant
Fast Food
princess African Cuisine LLc
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(21)
+18 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
Saint Mary Magdalena School
School
School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(5)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+2 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
East-West Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(1)
📚 Libraries(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Maple Forest Plat
- What do homes cost in Maple Forest Plat?
- The median home value in Maple Forest Plat is about $350,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Maple Forest Plat housing market?
- no homes are listed in Maple Forest 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 Maple Forest Plat?
- Maple Forest Plat is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Bowen Elementary (7/10).
- Is Maple Forest Plat walkable?
- Maple Forest Plat scores 5.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.