Maplevale Plat No.3
Surrounded by nature
Median $529K·Walkability 4.5/10·Schools 3.3/10
This compact 9-acre neighborhood stands out for its genuine walkability, with a grocery store less than a mile away and a restaurant practically around the corner—perfect for folks who want community life without the commute stress. Residents here enjoy a reasonable 22-minute drive to work on average, plus easy access to Reeds Lake just 1.4 miles away for weekend adventures. It is the third numbered plat of Maplevale, a small piece of the Greater Grand Rapids map.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.3 mi
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Whiskey Pond: 13 min walk
- Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve: 10 min bike
$529K median
- 1 recent sale
15,473 sq ft avg lots
- 18 homes
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Median home price in Maplevale Plat No.3
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,591/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.3 mi
Recent Sale Price
$529K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
18
Median Lot Size
0.28 ac
0.28 ac – 0.94 ac
Expected Rent
$1,375/mo
$1,225 – $1,550 · estimated range
Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 5/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
D&W Fresh Market
Knollcrest Dining Hall
Johnny's Cafe
Condado Tacos
+1 more
Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Whiskey Pond
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Reeds Lake Trail
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Knapp Street Bridge Launch
Planet Fitness
Burton/Calvin University (WB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
Hekman Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
Crime in Maplevale Plat No.3 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 Maplevale Plat No.3 home (around $529,000) at today's 7.40% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $101k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,777 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
Mortgage (principal and interest) $2,930 · Property tax (est.) $662 · Insurance (est.) $185 = $3,777/mo
Assumes 20% down; excludes PMI and HOA fees.
| Down payment | Monthly: mortgage, tax, insurance | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,777/mo | $100,708 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,341/mo | $115,765 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,535/mo | $120,943 |
Estimates use a 7.40% 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.
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Solar potential
~$872/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,358 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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 Maplevale Plat No.3 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(29)
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Knollcrest Dining Hall
Restaurant
Big E's Sports Grill Grand Rapids Beltline
Restaurant
Restaurant
Grand Lakes Chinese Restaurant
Restaurant
Blimpie
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(13)
AMF Eastbrook Lanes
Bar
O’Briens Deli & Burgers
Bar
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Bar
+10 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Our Savior Lutheran School
Grand Rapids Christian Middle School
School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Reeds Lake Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
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Frequently asked about Maplevale Plat No.3
- What do homes cost in Maplevale Plat No.3?
- The median home value in Maplevale Plat No.3 is about $529,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Maplevale Plat No.3 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Maplevale Plat No.3 right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Maplevale Plat No.3?
- Maplevale Plat No.3 is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Maplevale Plat No.3 walkable?
- Maplevale Plat No.3 scores 4.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.