Paris Park Gardens
Solid value in a growing area
Median $333K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 5.5/10
Here's what you need to know before you pull up: it's a 19-acre subdivision where homes run around $309K, and you're about 20 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids and 9 minutes from Gerald R. Ford airport—close enough to the city without living in it. Lots average half an acre, which means actual space between you and your neighbors, and Paris Park is a six-minute walk away if you want trees without the drive. There are 12 restaurants within a mile and 30 grocery stores within two, so the practical stuff isn't requiring a pilgrimage. Kentwood Public Schools handles the schools. It's part of the Fields of Breton Area, which means you get the lower-key suburban feel while still having real access to what you actually need—not the "move out here and suffer for it" version of the suburbs, just the version where you chose the trade-offs on purpose.
Why people love it here
$333K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
21,018 sq ft avg lots
- 29 homes
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Median home price in Paris Park Gardens
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,257/mo
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3 homes sold in Paris Park Gardens this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$333K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
29
Median Lot Size
0.44 ac
0.25 ac – 0.73 ac
Based on 13 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Horrocks Market
China 1
+1 more
Coffee Clubhouse LLC
Railtown Brewing Company
+1 more
Paris Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Krafts Lake
Unnamed beach
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
dog_park
Blue's Gym
Walma/Kentwood City Hall (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Crime in Paris Park Gardens 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 Paris Park Gardens home (around $332,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,212 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,212/mo | $58,975 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,546/mo | $67,898 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,658/mo | $70,882 |
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
~$860/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,276 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Services for Kentwood · Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Paris Park Gardens 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Paris Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
PJ's Pizza & Slice
Restaurant
China 1
Restaurant
Fast Food
Carmelo's Italian Pizza
Restaurant
OSKAR SCOTs
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(21)
Railtown Brewing Company
Pub
Tokyo Grill & Sushi
Bar
Twisted Tap Distillery
Bar
+18 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(1)
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(3)
⚡ EV Charging(3)
EV Charging
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Paris Park Gardens
- What do homes cost in Paris Park Gardens?
- The median home value in Paris Park Gardens is about $332,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Paris Park Gardens housing market?
- no homes are listed in Paris Park Gardens right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Paris Park Gardens?
- Paris Park Gardens is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Challenger Elementary (7/10).
- Is Paris Park Gardens walkable?
- Paris Park Gardens scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.