Meadow Green Condos

When you're looking for genuine country living within reach of Grand Rapids, there's something magical about having 5+ acres to call your own. Out here, your nearest neighbors might be a quarter-mile away, and that's exactly how folks like it. With 95% of homes owner-occupied, this isn't a place people move through — it's where they put down roots, build their dream setup, and actually get to know the land they live on.

Sure, you'll drive a bit further for your grocery runs — about 7 miles to the nearest store — but that's part of the rhythm out here. You plan your trips, stock up when you're in town, and enjoy the fact that your closest coffee shop is just over a mile away when you need that caffeine fix. The two restaurants within walking distance (if you're up for a country stroll) become genuine neighborhood gathering spots where you'll start recognizing faces.

What you lose in walkability, you gain in pure space and freedom. Polkton Township Sheridan Park anchors the outdoor scene nearby, and with lot sizes averaging over 5 acres, many folks create their own private recreation right at home — whether that's workshops, gardens, trails, or just room for the kids and dogs to roam. Hidden Lake is about 7 miles out when you want proper water access, but the real appeal here is what you can build on your own land.

This area works best for people who've decided they want space over convenience, who don't mind a 15-minute drive to reach the busier parts of Kent County, and who genuinely enjoy the project of country living. Kids attend schools in the Coopersville Public School District, and families here tend to be the type who see that drive to school as family time, not a hassle.