Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area
Walkable with great nature access
Median $200K·Walkability 7.2/10·Schools 2.8/10
Biking or driving down Monroe feels like moving through layers—you pass storefronts and restaurants within arm's reach, then slip into blocks where older homes breathe a little easier on wider lots. The whole area sits within Muskegon city, and what makes it hum is proximity without density: groceries and a dozen taquerias are steps away, Root Memorial Park is a three-minute walk, and you've got eighteen restaurants within a mile, with a dining score that lands at 9 out of 10. Coffee shops are close enough to become routine. The neighborhood spans 46 acres across Muskegon Public Schools of the City of, and homes here run around $60K–$120K, a figure that reflects the genuine affordability of West Michigan real estate. Grand Haven's beaches sit twenty-one minutes south when you need them; downtown Grand Rapids is fifty minutes if you're chasing work or a night out. It's the kind of place where you can walk for errands without feeling like you're making a statement about walkability—it just works, naturally, because everything's already there.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Near the water
- Muskegon Lake — 1.9 mi
- 65 parks within 1 mile
- Root Memorial Park: 4 min walk
- Robert C Lighton Memorial Park: 5 min walk
$200K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,357/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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3 homes sold in Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Root Memorial Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
65
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Muskegon Lake
1.9 mi
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Hamburger Mikey
+1 more
Drip Drop Drink
Hennesse's Irish Pub
+1 more
Root Memorial Park
+1 more
McLaughlin Playground
Ruddiman Lagoon
Mona Lake Park Beach
+1 more
Veterans Memorial Park Walkway
Cycleway loop off Terrace St
Waters Edge Fitness
Walgreens
Hackley Public Library
Jumpstart
Getty Drive-In
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Crime in Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area 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 Muskegon.
Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area home (around $199,900) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $35k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,323 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,323/mo | $35,288 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,524/mo | $40,632 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,591/mo | $42,415 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
2 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$275K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$92K
Median
Local Government · area-wide
City of Muskegon
Source: muskegon-mi.gov · unconfirmed
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 Muskegon Department of Public Works
City operates water filtration/distribution; wholesales to neighboring communities
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City sewage collection; treatment via Muskegon County wastewater system
Services for Muskegon · Source: muskegon-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area 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)
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
+8 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Naan Pizza
Restaurant
Curry Kitchen
Restaurant
Hamburger Mikey
Fast Food
US 31 Barbque
Restaurant
Fast Food
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
School
School
Craig School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Waters Edge Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Cycleway loop off Terrace St
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Jumpstart
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
Frequently asked about Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area
- What do homes cost in Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area?
- The median home value in Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area is about $199,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area?
- Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is Muskegon High School (4/10).
- Is Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area walkable?
- Monroe Ave & Sanford St Area scores 7.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.