Plainfield
Great schools with outdoor access
The quick answer
Plainfield is a partly walkable township, part of Rockford Public Schools and about 8 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $410,000.
91 homes for sale·Median $410K·Walkability 5.0/10·Schools 5.9/10
The first thing you notice about Plainfield Charter Township is how close it feels to everything—15 minutes to downtown Grand Rapids, but far enough north that you've got space, parks on both sides of the township, and the Grand and Rogue Rivers running through for boating and fishing. The LMCU Ballpark, home to the West Michigan Whitecaps, anchors downtown Comstock Park right in the middle of it all. There are 432 restaurants within a mile, breweries scattered throughout, and groceries, coffee shops, and transit stops within steps—the kind of density that doesn't announce itself loudly.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Elk Lake within walking distance
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Belmont Elementary Playground: 4 min walk
- Unnamed park: 5 min walk
Belmont Elementary School
- Elementary — within walking distance
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
$92K median household income
- $410K median · 397 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Plainfield
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397 homes sold in Plainfield this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Veterans Memorial Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Elk Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 12 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
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Living in Plainfield: the details
Is Plainfield a good place to live?
Plainfield suits buyers looking for a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This township is part of Rockford Public Schools. The going price is around $410,000.
What does it cost to live in Plainfield?
Homes in Plainfield sell for a median of about $410,000. There are 91 homes for sale here right now and 397 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Plainfield
- What do homes cost in Plainfield?
- The median home value in Plainfield is about $410,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Plainfield housing market?
- there are 91 homes for sale in Plainfield right now, and 397 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Plainfield?
- Plainfield is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Belmont Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Plainfield walkable?
- Plainfield scores 5.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

