Northland Plat
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $385K·Walkability 1.8/10·Schools 7.6/10
You're looking at a 10-acre subdivision where lots run around three-quarters of an acre—roomy enough that you don't feel stacked on top of your neighbors, but tight enough that the whole thing actually reads as a neighborhood rather than sprawl. You're drawn in off Belmont Ave and Northland Drive, which means downtown Grand Rapids is about 20 minutes away when you need it. The Rogue River Mouth Launch sits 1.7 miles down the road if paddling is your thing, and there are four parks within a mile, including Evergreen Forrest a short walk away. Rockford Public Schools handles the schools, and when you need groceries or coffee, you're looking at drives of under two miles—nothing crazy. The real move, though, is that this is small enough to have actual shape to it, not some nameless tract where you can't remember which cul-de-sac is yours.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Versluis Lake — 1.9 mi
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 3 min walk
- Evergreen Forrest Trail: 3 min walk
North Rockford Middle School
- Middle — 2.6 mi away
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
$385K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Northland Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,614/mo
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Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Evergreen Forrest
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Versluis Lake
1.9 mi
Recent Sale Price
$385K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
15
Median Lot Size
0.40 ac
0.31 ac – 1.1 ac
Expected Rent
$1,625/mo
$1,325 – $1,900 · wider-area estimate
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Boulder Creek Golf Club & Restaurant
+1 more
Itsy Bitsy Play Cafe
Eastern Kille Distillery
+1 more
Evergreen Forrest
Unnamed playground
Versluis Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
White Pine Trail
Unnamed bike_path
Rogue River Mouth Launch
+1 more
Snap Fitness
Walgreens
Krause Memorial Library
Kidz Clubhouse
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in Northland 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 Northland Plat home (around $385,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $69k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,593 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,593/mo | $69,153 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,985/mo | $79,594 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,116/mo | $83,104 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Plainfield Charter Township
Source: plainfieldmi.org · 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
~$875/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,385 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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 Township · Source: plainfieldmi.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Northland 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(8)
Family Fare
Grocery Store
Belmont Grocery
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Anna's House - Northland Dr
Restaurant
Rio Grand Steakhouse
Restaurant
Fast Food
Thai Fusion Restaurant
Restaurant
Sahara Bistro | Mediterranean Cuisine
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(7)
Eastern Kille Distillery
Restaurant
El Agave Mexican Grill & Bar
Bar
The Score
Pub
+4 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
Crestwood School
School
Parkside Elementary
School
Valley View School
+10 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(4)
Evergreen Forrest Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(1)
Transit Stop
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Frequently asked about Northland Plat
- What do homes cost in Northland Plat?
- The median home value in Northland Plat is about $385,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Northland Plat housing market?
- no homes are listed in Northland 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 Northland Plat?
- Northland Plat is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is North Rockford Middle School (9/10).
- Is Northland Plat walkable?
- Northland Plat scores 1.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.