Ottawa Hills No.3
Surrounded by nature
Median $725K·Walkability 5.8/10·Schools 3.9/10
Martin Luther King Jr. Park sits seven minutes on foot, which sets the tone for this two-acre slice of Ottawa Hills (Kent)—a subdivision where the winding streets still echo the contours of a 1920s golf course, and the trees have had a century to settle in. Homes here hover around $797K, a reflection less of hype than of the tightness of the footprint and the fact that 294 houses in the broader neighborhood have been occupied long enough to develop real character. Downtown Grand Rapids is less than nine minutes away by car, which means you can live among the oaks and actually use the city; over 200 restaurants sit within a mile, and a transit stop is a short walk if you're inclined to skip the drive. The median lot runs just under a third of an acre—cozy enough that you know your block—and Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, with two buildings anchoring the neighborhood itself. If you're the type to care about walking to coffee, it's a twelve-minute stroll; if you'd rather drive three miles to launch a boat at Butterworth Park, that's equally doable.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.5 mi
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Martin Luther King Jr. Park: 10 min walk
- Hall Street trail: 13 min walk
City MiddleHigh
- High — 3.6 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$725K median
- 1 recent sale
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Ottawa Hills No.3
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,922/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.5 mi
Based on 25 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Recent Sale Price
$725K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
9
Median Lot Size
0.27 ac
0.22 ac – 0.44 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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BJ's Urban Kitchen
+1 more
Brown Butter Creperie and Cafe
Billy's Lounge
+1 more
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
+1 more
Martin Luther King Jr. Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike_path
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Hall/Cadillac (WB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Crime in Ottawa Hills No.3 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 Ottawa Hills No.3 home (around $725,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $128k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,799 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,799/mo | $127,982 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,526/mo | $147,363 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,769/mo | $153,832 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — 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
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 Ottawa Hills No.3 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)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
Gallafe
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
Delightful Eats
Restaurant
BJ's Urban Kitchen
Restaurant
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(17)
+14 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Campus Elementary School (Grand Rapids Public School)
School
Campus Elementary School
School
Sigsbee School
Alexander Elementary School (Closed 2011)
School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+12 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Reeds Lake Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
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(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Ottawa Hills No.3
- What do homes cost in Ottawa Hills No.3?
- The median home value in Ottawa Hills No.3 is about $725,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Ottawa Hills No.3 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Ottawa Hills No.3 right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Ottawa Hills No.3?
- Ottawa Hills No.3 is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Ottawa Hills No.3 walkable?
- Ottawa Hills No.3 scores 5.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.