Ridgewood Addition
Solid value in a growing area
Median $318K·Walkability 5.7/10·Schools 4.3/10
Mornings here feel different—you step outside onto tree-lined streets where the pace is suburban but you're genuinely close to things; a restaurant is just a two-minute walk, and the nearest transit stop is practically on your doorstep. Ridgewood Addition sits within Shawmut Hills, a residential corner of northwest Grand Rapids where 22 acres of platted homes on half-acre lots give you breathing room that still keeps you connected. There are over 70 restaurants and 30 grocery stores within a mile or so, and Kent ISD serves the schools. Downtown is about nine minutes away by car, so you're not stranded when you need the city. Homes here typically run around $341K, and what really sets the days apart is what you don't have to sacrifice—the mature trees, the quiet streets where neighbors actually walk, and the fact that Brian Dyk Nature Preserve is a six-minute stroll away, with seven parks packed into a mile radius.
Why people love it here
$318K median
- 1 recent sale
Walkable for daily errands
- Leonard/Parkhurst (WB): 4 min walk
- 13 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Brian Dyk Nature Preserve: 8 min walk
- Tremont Greenspace: 15 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Ridgewood Addition
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,159/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$318K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
54
Median Lot Size
0.33 ac
4282 sq ft – 0.88 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Deliciosos Antojitos
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Biggby
+1 more
Bestside
+1 more
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
+1 more
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
Lake Leota
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Covell Dog Park
Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Leonard/Parkhurst (WB)
+1 more
Walker Street Pharmacy
West Leonard Library
+1 more
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Based on 20 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Ridgewood Addition 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 Ridgewood Addition home (around $318,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $56k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,115 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,115/mo | $56,403 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,435/mo | $64,937 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,542/mo | $67,791 |
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
~$885/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,458 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% 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 Ridgewood Addition 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(27)
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Grocery Store
Grocery Store
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Grocery Store
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Sandy's Donuts
Restaurant
Deliciosos Antojitos
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
DiPiazza's Pizzeria
Restaurant
Los Mariscos de Pancho
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
West Side Christian School
School
Villa Maria School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
+2 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(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Ridgewood Addition
- What do homes cost in Ridgewood Addition?
- The median home value in Ridgewood Addition is about $318,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Ridgewood Addition housing market?
- no homes are listed in Ridgewood Addition right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Ridgewood Addition?
- Ridgewood Addition is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Ridgewood Addition walkable?
- Ridgewood Addition scores 5.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.