Richards Fairplains Plat
Strong schools draw families here
Median $296K·Walkability 6.0/10·Schools 5.0/10
What catches most people off guard about Richards Fairplains Plat is how densely packed it is—23 acres carved into tight lots where homes sit close enough to feel like actual neighbors exist—yet a transit stop sits steps away and downtown Grand Rapids is less than 10 minutes by car. Median home values hover around $245K, making the North End slice feel genuinely accessible compared to what's happening elsewhere in the city. The restaurants aren't far at all; some are practically on the doorstep, and 54 sit within a mile, though if you need groceries you'll drive toward the 24 options scattered within two miles. Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, and Huff Park—one of four parks within a mile—is a six-minute walk, handy if you've got a dog you need to exhaust. Gerald R. Ford Airport runs about 23 minutes south, which matters if you travel regularly.
Why people love it here
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 1.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Fuller/Alberta (NB): 2 min walk
- 12 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike path: 10 min walk
- Huff Park Trail: 10 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Richards Fairplains Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,009/mo
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5 homes sold in Richards Fairplains Plat this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 17 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Little Caesars
+1 more
Kingma's Market
+1 more
Tap
+1 more
Huff Park
Unnamed playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
dog_park
Unnamed bike path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Fitness 19
Fuller/Alberta (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Huff Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Crime in Richards Fairplains Plat 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 →Median Sale Price
$296K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
92
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
0.11 ac – 0.43 ac
To buy a median-priced Richards Fairplains Plat home (around $296,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $53k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,969 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,969/mo | $52,501 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,267/mo | $60,445 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,366/mo | $63,101 |
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 ~6,399 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
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 Richards Fairplains Plat 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.
🛒 Grocery(28)
+25 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Fast Food
Mr fry fish and chicken
Restaurant
616 Batter Mix
Restaurant
616 Kabob Stop – Authentic Mediterranean Grill & Burgers in Grand Rapids
Restaurant
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Tap
Bar
Switchback Gear Exchange - Bicycle Shop serving Kava & Beer
Bar
Vinny's bar
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
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(3)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
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EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Richards Fairplains Plat
- What do homes cost in Richards Fairplains Plat?
- The median home value in Richards Fairplains Plat is about $296,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Richards Fairplains Plat housing market?
- no homes are listed in Richards Fairplains Plat right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Richards Fairplains Plat?
- Richards Fairplains Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Richards Fairplains Plat walkable?
- Richards Fairplains Plat scores 6.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.