Michigan Oak Plat
Surrounded by nature
Median $270K·Walkability 3.8/10·Schools 4.9/10
Driving through Michigan Oak Plat, you move through a compact subdivision where mature trees frame neat streets and homes sit on modest lots—about a quarter-acre each—that feel both intimate and green. The plat itself is just three acres nestled within Michigan Oaks, a larger neighborhood known for its lakes and architectural character, and you're steps from a transit stop if you need it, though downtown Grand Rapids is only nine minutes away by car. Reeds Lake is 1.4 miles away, and Remington Park is less than a mile away; there's a grocery store about 1.2 miles out and a restaurant within a mile if you're not cooking at home. Homes here run around $414K, which reflects the demand in this part of the city—Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, and the real draw is the combination of that wooded, peaceful setting with genuine proximity to everything else.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.4 mi
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Worcester Drive Northeast: 7 min walk
- West Lake: 13 min walk
Congress Elementary
- Elementary — 1.8 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$270K median
- 1 recent sale
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Michigan Oak Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,833/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Remington Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.4 mi
Based on 17 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Recent Sale Price
$270K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
6
Median Lot Size
0.27 ac
0.25 ac – 0.30 ac
Expected Rent
$1,350/mo
$1,175 – $1,500 · estimated range
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
D&W Fresh Market
+1 more
Grapevine Wine & Deli
+1 more
Lazy Dazy Coffee
+1 more
Vander Mill Grand Rapids
Hodenpyl Woods
+1 more
Unnamed playground
West Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Worcester Drive Northeast
Hillcrest Dog Park
Hodenpyl Woods Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
+1 more
REVfit
+1 more
Maryland/Michigan (SB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
+1 more
Yankee Clipper Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Crime in Michigan Oak 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 Michigan Oak Plat home (around $270,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,819 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,819/mo | $48,497 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,093/mo | $55,819 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,186/mo | $58,280 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
~$881/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,423 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 Michigan Oak 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.
🛒 Grocery(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Grapevine Wine & Deli
Restaurant
New Beginnings Restaurant
Restaurant
Faculty Staff DINING Room Wege
Restaurant
Nellie's Corner
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
Vander Mill Grand Rapids
Bar
Gravity Taphouse + Grille
Pub
Big Bob's Pizza
Bar
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Marywood Academy
Beckwith School
Plymouth Christan School
Hillcrest School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
+12 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Reeds Lake Trail Arm North
Bike Path
Hodenpyl Woods Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
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Frequently asked about Michigan Oak Plat
- What do homes cost in Michigan Oak Plat?
- The median home value in Michigan Oak Plat is about $270,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Michigan Oak Plat housing market?
- no homes are listed in Michigan Oak 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 Michigan Oak Plat?
- Michigan Oak Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Michigan Oak Plat walkable?
- Michigan Oak Plat scores 3.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.