Ranch Homesites
Solid value in a growing area
Median $328K·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 5.2/10
You notice it first when you turn in—the wide lots and newer construction sitting on 41 acres of land that feels less cramped than what you'd find closer to the city. Ranch Homesites is a platted subdivision in the Crosswinds No.2 Area, where homes run around $330K and draw from Kentwood Public Schools. The location works: you're roughly 16 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids and about 13 minutes from Gerald R. Ford airport, close enough to be useful without the noise. A transit stop sits right at the edge, and you can walk to a coffee shop in 11 minutes or grab groceries in about 12. The real density lives around you—84 restaurants and 36 grocery stores within two miles, plus six parks within a mile including Rondo Station Park four minutes on foot. It's the kind of place where you get space to breathe but don't sacrifice easy access to what you need.
Why people love it here
$328K median
- 2 recent sales
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Ranch Homesites
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,223/mo
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Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Afghan Halal Supermarket
+1 more
Casey's
Tim Hortons
JASON BAR & POOL
Rondo Station Park
Rondo Station Park Playground
Lake Eastbrook
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
dog_park
East-West Trail
Blue's Gym
Kalamazoo/East-West Trail (NB)
+1 more
Zuah Pharmacy
Kentwood Library
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 16 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Ranch Homesites 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 Ranch Homesites home (around $327,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $58k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,178 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,178/mo | $58,088 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,508/mo | $66,877 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,618/mo | $69,816 |
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
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,290 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 Ranch Homesites 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
Rondo Station Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Asian Delight Marketplace
Grocery Store
Afghan Halal Supermarket
Grocery Store
Persian Nepali International Halal Market
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Casey's
Restaurant
Tropicala Taste
Restaurant
princess African Cuisine LLc
Restaurant
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(21)
+18 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
School
Saint Mary Magdalena School
School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(5)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+2 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Ranch Homesites
- What do homes cost in Ranch Homesites?
- The median home value in Ranch Homesites is about $327,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Ranch Homesites housing market?
- no homes are listed in Ranch Homesites right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Ranch Homesites?
- Ranch Homesites is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Bowen Elementary (7/10).
- Is Ranch Homesites walkable?
- Ranch Homesites scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.