Oakley
Surrounded by nature
Median $235K·Walkability 5.9/10·Schools 4.0/10
Early morning light hits the ranch homes of this 23-acre subdivision in the Southeast End just right, when the tree-lined streets feel genuinely quiet before the day starts. You're about 10 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which means coffee and dinner are a short walk or drive—there are six restaurants within a mile, and the nearest coffee shop sits just a mile away. Homes here run around $229K, which in this pocket of the city buys you a compact lot (roughly a third of an acre) and the kind of starter-home practicality that's made this corner popular with first-time buyers. A transit stop is right at your doorstep, and Mulick Park with its playground is an 8-minute walk away; ten parks sit within a mile if you're counting. The Grand Rapids Public Schools district serves the area, and the airport is under 20 minutes if you need it.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 2.0 mi
- 50 parks within 1 mile
- Mulick Park: 10 min walk
- Oakdale Gardens: 12 min walk
$235K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Kalamazoo/Orville (SB): 3 min walk
- 15 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in Oakley
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,595/mo
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8 homes sold in Oakley this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Mulick Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
50
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
2.0 mi
Median Sale Price
$235K
8 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
133
Median Lot Size
0.12 ac
4060 sq ft – 0.25 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
SAFARI SUPERMARKET LLC
+1 more
Universal Ruth Restaurant and bakery
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
+1 more
Mulick Park
+1 more
Mulick Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Underground Trail (MTB)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Kalamazoo/Orville (SB)
+1 more
Walgreens
+1 more
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Based on 24 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Oakley 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 Oakley home (around $234,950) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $42k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,563 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,563/mo | $41,673 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,799/mo | $47,978 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,878/mo | $50,087 |
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
~$844/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,158 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
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 Oakley 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(29)
Safari Supermarket Llc
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Great Giant Supermarket
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(22)
Universal Ruth Restaurant and bakery
Restaurant
Boston Soul Cafe
Restaurant
Rafi’s Mexirican Kitchen
Restaurant
Taste Of Chicago
Restaurant
Mineo's Pizza
Restaurant
+17 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
Bar
The Derby
Bar
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Mulick Park Elemntary School
Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School–Evergreen Campus
School
River City Scholars Charter Academy
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(11)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+8 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+4 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(17)
+14 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Childcare Center
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Daycare
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Oakley
- What do homes cost in Oakley?
- The median home value in Oakley is about $234,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Oakley housing market?
- no homes are listed in Oakley right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Oakley?
- Oakley is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Oakley walkable?
- Oakley scores 5.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.