Olin Lakes Park
Surrounded by nature
Median $239K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 5.3/10
Rogue River State Game Area is a ten-minute walk away—the kind of proximity that makes a Sunday morning feel less like an errand and more like stepping outside your door. Long Lake is just 0.5 miles away for occasional fishing trips, yet the area remains far enough removed that the place doesn't feel crowded with seasonal traffic. There are four parks within a mile, so if outdoor access is your priority, you're in the right spot. Schools are served by Kent City Community Schools. Homes run in the low to mid-$300s, and you're about 28 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids when you need the city—close enough to reach it, far enough that you don't have to live in its wake.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Long Lake — 0.5 mi
- 16 parks within 1 mile
- LONG LAKE PARK: 8 min bike
- Beach at Long Lake Park: 9 min bike
$239K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in Olin Lakes Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,626/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rogue River State Game Area
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
16
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Long Lake
0.5 mi
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
LONG LAKE PARK
Playground at Long Lake Park
Beach at Long Lake Park
North Country National Scenic Trail
Lime Lake Launch
MAX Fitness
Northstar Cinema
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Kent City Community Schools
Crime in Olin Lakes Park 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 Olin Lakes Park home (around $239,450) 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 $1,593 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,593/mo | $42,471 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,834/mo | $48,897 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,914/mo | $51,046 |
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.
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Solar potential
~$915/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,402 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well (City of Cedar Springs water in pockets)
Rural on private well; City of Cedar Springs provides water/sewer in serviced pockets.
Septic - individual (City of Cedar Springs sewer in pockets)
Rural on septic; Cedar Springs Wastewater Treatment Plant serves serviced areas.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Solon · Source: solontwp.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Olin Lakes Park 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.
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Chase N Dogs
Restaurant
Stoney Ridge Vineyards & Winery
Restaurant
MrBeast Burger
Restaurant
Big Boy's
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(5)
GR/Sparta Moose Lodge #50
Bar
Angela's Italian Restaurant
Bar
Cellar Brewing Company
Pub
+2 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(5)
💪 Gyms(1)
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Us-131 Fwy & Edgerton Ave Area
Dog Park
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(1)
Transit Stop
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
📚 Libraries(1)
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
Frequently asked about Olin Lakes Park
- What do homes cost in Olin Lakes Park?
- The median home value in Olin Lakes Park is about $239,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Olin Lakes Park housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Olin Lakes Park right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Olin Lakes Park?
- Olin Lakes Park is served by Kent City Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kent City High School (7/10).
- Is Olin Lakes Park walkable?
- Olin Lakes Park scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.