Oakleigh Estates
Solid value in a growing area
Median $343K·Walkability 1.1/10·Schools 4.1/10
Oakleigh Estates sits on 13 acres in the Richmond-Oakleigh neighborhood, where mid-century ranches and traditional two-stories line quiet streets shaded by mature trees. Lots average about a quarter-acre—roomy enough to feel suburban, but close enough that you're near a grocery within a mile and a restaurant about the same distance away. Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, and downtown is a quick 14-minute drive when you need it. The Highlands park is less than a mile off, with a couple other green spaces nearby, so there's room to stretch out without feeling disconnected. Homes here run around $369K, and that's the kind of value that keeps steady interest from people looking for established neighborhoods where the bones are solid and there's actually land to work with.
Why people love it here
$343K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- The Highlands: 6 min drive
- Blandford Nature Center: 10 min bike
12,284 sq ft avg lots
- 37 homes
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Oakleigh Estates
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,329/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$343K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
37
Median Lot Size
0.23 ac
0.17 ac – 0.67 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
The Highlands
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 6/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
Sandy's Donuts
Starbucks Coffee Company
Bestside
+1 more
The Highlands
Unnamed playground
Lake Leota
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
gym
3 Mile/Peachridge (EB)
+1 more
Walker Street Pharmacy
West Leonard Library
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Crime in Oakleigh Estates 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 Oakleigh Estates home (around $343,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $61k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,281 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,281/mo | $60,837 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,627/mo | $70,042 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,742/mo | $73,121 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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
~$876/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,393 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 Oakleigh Estates 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(27)
Meijer
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
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Grocery Store
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Deliciosos Antojitos
Restaurant
Sandy's Donuts
Restaurant
Fast Food
Restaurant
Lost Art Catering
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(17)
+14 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(9)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Walker Ice & Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Family Fitness
Fitness Center
+6 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(6)
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
+3 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Bike Path
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Bike Path
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Daycare
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
EV Charging
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about Oakleigh Estates
- What do homes cost in Oakleigh Estates?
- The median home value in Oakleigh Estates is about $343,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Oakleigh Estates housing market?
- no homes are listed in Oakleigh Estates right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Oakleigh Estates?
- Oakleigh Estates is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Oakleigh Estates walkable?
- Oakleigh Estates scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.