Mead Lake
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $377K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 7.5/10
This intimate residential area in Kent County offers a rare combination of spacious living and suburban convenience across its 55 acres. With generous lot sizes averaging just over an acre, residents enjoy plenty of room for gardens, recreation, and privacy while remaining connected to Grand Rapids' amenities and employment opportunities.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Mead Lake within walking distance
- Elk Lake: 14 min walk
- Unnamed bike path: 5 min drive
Belmont Elementary School
- Elementary — 3.4 mi away
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
$377K median
- Assessor estimate
Lake facts
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Median home price in Mead Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,561/mo
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Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
WAHLFIELD COUNTY PARK
1.4 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Belmont Grocery
+1 more
Wendy's
BIGGBY COFFEE
Bow Tie Tavern
+1 more
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Elk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Roguewood Drive Northeast
Unnamed bike path
Rogue River Launch (A-41-011)
+1 more
Snap Fitness
KDL Comstock Park
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Crime in Mead Lake 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 →Local Government · area-wide
Plainfield Charter Township
Source: plainfieldmi.org · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$866/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,320 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Plainfield Charter Township Water Treatment Plant
Township operates its own water treatment plant; full-service community.
Plainfield Charter Township sewer (North Kent Sewer Authority member)
Township sewer; member of North Kent Sewer Authority.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Township provides public safety coordinating with sheriff/Major Case Team.
Services for Plainfield · Source: plainfieldmi.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Mead Lake 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(11)
Cielito Lindo
Grocery Store
Belmont Grocery
Grocery Store
Thrifty Outlet
Grocery Store
+8 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
Wendy's
Restaurant
Little Caesars Pizza
Restaurant
Fricano's Pizza Restaurant
Restaurant
Tandoori hut Gr
Restaurant
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
Bow Tie Tavern
Bar
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar
Bar
Perrin Brewin Company
Pub
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(19)
Koon School
Englishville School (Closed)
Goff School
Post School
Wheeler School
+14 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
WAHLFIELD COUNTY PARK Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(14)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+11 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center
Frequently asked about Mead Lake
- What do homes cost in Mead Lake?
- The median home value in Mead Lake is about $377,300. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Mead Lake?
- Mead Lake is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is North Rockford Middle School (9/10).
- Is Mead Lake walkable?
- Mead Lake scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in Mead Lake
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