Northbend Estates
Strong schools draw families here
Median $506K·Walkability 2.7/10·Schools 4.4/10
Northbend Estates sprawls across 52 acres in the North End, where you get actual land—rare enough in this part of Grand Rapids that it's worth noting—and still land a 12-minute drive to downtown. The subdivision feeds into Grand Rapids Public Schools, and you're a quick walk to transit if you need it, though most days you won't: 48 restaurants and 30 grocery stores cluster within a mile or two, and Huff Park sits ten minutes on foot if the weather cooperates. Homes here run around $498K, which in a neighborhood with five parks within walking distance and a genuine backyard isn't the worst math you'll see.
Why people love it here
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 1.9 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$506K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 12 min walk
- Huff Park Trail: 12 min walk
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See what your home is worthBased on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
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Frequently asked about Northbend Estates
- What do homes cost in Northbend Estates?
- The median home value in Northbend Estates is about $506,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Northbend Estates housing market?
- no homes are listed in Northbend Estates right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Northbend Estates?
- Northbend Estates is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Northbend Estates walkable?
- Northbend Estates scores 2.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.