Original Plat of Grand Haven
Walkable with great nature access
Median $580K·Walkability 7.1/10·Schools 5.3/10
The moment you turn onto Original Plat, you're a five-minute walk from the Grand Haven Channel—close enough to smell the water if the wind's right. This 108-acre subdivision sits at the intersection of Washington Avenue and North 2nd Street, where a grocery, a coffee shop, and some 186 restaurants within a mile mean you're never more than steps from lunch. Homes here run contemporary concrete construction on tight lots averaging 0.15 acres, with a median value around $847K. The area scores well for errands and dining (8 and 10 out of 10, respectively), and Depot Pavilion sits a four-minute walk away if you need to stretch. Kids attend Grand Haven Area Public Schools, while downtown Grand Rapids is about 44 minutes north—far enough to feel separate, close enough to matter. The beach itself is 42 seconds away by car, which is the kind of proximity that either anchors your whole life here or drives you crazy depending on who you are.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Lake life
- Spring Lake within walking distance
- 120 parks within 1 mile
- Depot Pavilion: 4 min walk
- Unnamed park: 5 min walk
$580K median
- 19 sales in last 12mo
White Pines Intermediate School
- Middle — 1.6 mi away
- Grand Haven Area
- 4 rated schools in district
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Original Plat of Grand Haven
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,937/mo
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19 homes sold in Original Plat of Grand Haven this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Depot Pavilion
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
120
within 1 mile
Median Sale · Houses
$385K
5 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$606K
14 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
280
Median Lot Size
0.15 ac
1516 sq ft – 0.37 ac
Homeowner Rate
56.4%
Principal residence
Grand Haven Vinegar and Oil
+1 more
Powder Keg Kitchen
+1 more
Aldea Coffee
+1 more
The Eagles
+1 more
Depot Pavilion
Depot Pavilion Playground
Smith Bayou
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Poplar Ridge
dog_park
Hatton Park Trail
Grand Haven Municipal Launch
+1 more
gym
Walgreens
Loutit District Library
Grand Haven 9
Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Crime in Original Plat of Grand Haven 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Original Plat of Grand Haven home (around $580,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $103k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,858 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,858/mo | $102,873 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,441/mo | $118,439 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,637/mo | $123,644 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
3 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$750K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$250K
Median
Local Government · area-wide
City of Grand Haven
Source: grandhaven.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
~$869/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,488 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Private hauler (resident-arranged)
No municipal trash contract confirmed
Grand Haven Light & Power · ~13.4¢/kWh
Community-owned utility since 1896; ~15,000 customers
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Haven · Source: grandhaven.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Original Plat of Grand Haven 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)
Grocery Store
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
D&W
Grocery Store
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(15)
Powder Keg Kitchen
Restaurant
Fast Food
Lakeside Eats
Restaurant
Smokey Jose's
Restaurant
The Foundry Grill GH
Restaurant
+10 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(16)
Central School
Elliott School
Lakeshore Middle School
School
Ferry School
Saint Johns School
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park in Gluecks Sub Area
Dog Park
Eastern Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in South Holiday Hills Area
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Robinson Park Trail
Bike Path
Hatton Park Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(6)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+3 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
Frequently asked about Original Plat of Grand Haven
- What do homes cost in Original Plat of Grand Haven?
- The median home value in Original Plat of Grand Haven is about $580,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Original Plat of Grand Haven housing market?
- there are 11 homes for sale in Original Plat of Grand Haven right now, and 19 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Original Plat of Grand Haven?
- Original Plat of Grand Haven is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Original Plat of Grand Haven walkable?
- Original Plat of Grand Haven scores 7.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.