Park Place Gardens
Solid value in a growing area
Median $288K·Walkability 5.4/10·Schools 3.3/10
Late afternoon, when the sun angles across the modest ranch and colonial homes that line Park Place Gardens' quiet streets—that's when you notice how the subdivision sits on seven acres of land that feels unhurried despite being minutes from everything. The homes here, built across different eras, cluster on lots averaging just under a third of an acre, giving the place a walkable, human-scaled feel without sacrificing breathing room. A restaurant is about a seven-minute walk away, and there are two dozen within a mile, so you're never far from dinner plans.
Why people love it here
$288K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Eastern/56th (SB): 3 min walk
- 5 places within a 10 min walk
12,044 sq ft avg lots
- 22 homes
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Median home price in Park Place Gardens
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,952/mo
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3 homes sold in Park Place Gardens this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$288K
3 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
22
Median Lot Size
0.33 ac
0.16 ac – 0.67 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Daily Deals Food Outlet
+1 more
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
+1 more
Bambu Dessert Drinks
+1 more
Bar Down Grill
Kellogg Woods Park
+1 more
Kellogg Woods Park Playground
Van Singel Lake
Interurban Trail
East-West Trail
Planet Fitness
Eastern/56th (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Park Place 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 Park Place Gardens home (around $287,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $51k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,912 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,912/mo | $50,993 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,202/mo | $58,709 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,298/mo | $61,289 |
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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,394 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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 Park Place 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
Kellogg Woods Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
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Grocery Store
Daily Deals Food Outlet
Grocery Store
Tamu Tamu Supermarket
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(18)
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
China City
Restaurant
Burger King
Fast Food
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
+13 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(21)
+18 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(1)
East-West Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
📚 Libraries(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Park Place Gardens
- What do homes cost in Park Place Gardens?
- The median home value in Park Place Gardens is about $287,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Park Place Gardens housing market?
- no homes are listed in Park Place 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 Park Place Gardens?
- Park Place Gardens is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kelloggsville High School (4/10).
- Is Park Place Gardens walkable?
- Park Place Gardens scores 5.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.