Oakleigh Highlands
Solid value in a growing area
Median $375K·Walkability 3.7/10·Schools 4.0/10
So you're looking at the west side, and Oakleigh Highlands sits right in that pocket where you get the suburban breathing room—49 acres of it—without losing the ability to be downtown in under 12 minutes. The subdivision's anchored by The Highlands park, a short walk away, and you're surrounded by the larger Richmond-Oakleigh rhythm: mature trees, winding streets, that kind of established feel where lots are genuinely spacious. A dozen restaurants and two dozen grocery stores land within a couple miles, so errands aren't a production, and there's a bus stop five minutes on foot if you need it. Schools here run through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with private options nearby too. Homes tend toward mid-century ranches and traditional two-stories on those larger lots, the kind of place where you can actually see your neighbors' yards without squinting. The real kicker: you're just 28 minutes from Gerald R. Ford Airport, which sounds like logistics until you're actually packing a suitcase at 5 a.m. and realize you're not stressed about the drive.
Why people love it here
$375K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- The Highlands: 4 min drive
- Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail: 4 min drive
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Median home price in Oakleigh Highlands
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,546/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
The Highlands
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 6/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
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
Biggby
Bestside
The Highlands
Unnamed playground
Lake Leota
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Leonard/Oakleigh (EB)
+1 more
Walker Street Pharmacy
West Leonard Library
+1 more
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Crime in Oakleigh Highlands 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 Highlands home (around $375,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,494 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,494/mo | $66,513 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,872/mo | $76,577 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,998/mo | $79,942 |
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.
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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 Highlands 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)
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Grocery Store
Grocery Store
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Grocery Store
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🍕 Restaurants(9)
Deliciosos Antojitos
Restaurant
Sandy's Donuts
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
DiPiazza's Pizzeria
Restaurant
Los Mariscos de Pancho
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
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🍺 Bars(13)
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🏫 Schools(30)
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💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Walker Ice & Fitness Center
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
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🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
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💊 Pharmacies(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Daycare
📚 Libraries(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Oakleigh Highlands
- What do homes cost in Oakleigh Highlands?
- The median home value in Oakleigh Highlands is about $375,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Oakleigh Highlands?
- Oakleigh Highlands is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Oakleigh Highlands walkable?
- Oakleigh Highlands scores 3.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.