Picketts Add.
Walkable near top schools
Median $240K·Walkability 7.0/10·Schools 4.3/10
Picketts Add. sits on five compact acres within Highland Park, where most lots run about a sixth of an acre—tight quarters that keep the whole subdivision within easy reach of Michigan Street's restaurants and bars, the medical mile, and downtown, which is just over five minutes away by car. The neighborhood itself is defined by quiet residential streets with few through roads, and what makes this particular platted section worth mentioning is the sheer density of amenities wrapped around it: fourteen parks within a mile, over two hundred restaurants, and a grocery store a six-minute walk away. You've got a transit stop five minutes on foot and a coffee shop seven minutes out, so if you're the type who doesn't want to drive for errands, this works. Homes here run around $243,000, and you're zoned for Grand Rapids Public Schools—close enough to downtown to grab dinner without planning ahead, far enough from the noise to actually sit on your porch.
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
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 1.4 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$240K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Park-rich area
- 70 parks within 1 mile
- Eastern Park: 6 min walk
- Unnamed park: 12 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Picketts Add.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,629/mo
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Gorden Food Service
Taco Borracho
+1 more
Orchard House Books & Coffee
Seven Monks
+1 more
Eastern Park
Unnamed playground
West Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
Hillcrest Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
REVfit
+1 more
Michigan/Eastern (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
Grand Rapids Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Based on 28 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$240K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
23
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
1834 sq ft – 0.20 ac
Crime in Picketts Add. 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 Picketts Add. home (around $240,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $43k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,596 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,596/mo | $42,568 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,838/mo | $49,009 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,919/mo | $51,163 |
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,334 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% 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.
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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 Picketts Add. 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
Eastern Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
70
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Restaurant
Taco Borracho
Restaurant
The Toasted Pickle
Restaurant
The Friesian Gastro Pub
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Eastern School
Kendall School
Grand Rapids Public School
School
Hillcrest School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
REVfit
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
+3 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(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Picketts Add.
- What do homes cost in Picketts Add.?
- The median home value in Picketts Add. is about $240,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Picketts Add.?
- Picketts Add. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Picketts Add. walkable?
- Picketts Add. scores 7.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.