River Bend
Surrounded by nature
Median $575K·Walkability 1.5/10·Schools 6.0/10
The first thing you notice pulling in is the space—158 acres spread across West Michigan, with each lot averaging just over half an acre, enough room to breathe without feeling isolated. The condos here sit in the Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area, far enough from the noise of downtown Grand Rapids (about 20 minutes by car) but close enough that you're not abandoning access to restaurants, bars, and entertainment when you need them. Schools here fall under Sparta Area Schools, and the median home value hovers around $597K. You're near Chalmers Park, less than a mile away, and the Rogue River boat launch is even closer at just over half a mile—genuinely useful if you're the type to keep a kayak or small boat within reach. A grocery store and decent restaurant sit about two miles out, with a coffee shop at the same distance, so daily errands require a short drive rather than a walk. If you're heading to Gerald R. Ford Airport, budget around 35 minutes. Freska Lake sits 1.6 miles away, offering another water option for those who value proximity to it without needing to live on the shoreline.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Elk Lake — 1.8 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Chalmers Park: 8 min bike
- Park in Cottages On The Rogue: 11 min drive
$575K median
- 3 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in River Bend
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,904/mo
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3 homes sold in River Bend this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Chalmers Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Elk Lake
1.8 mi
Median Sale Price
$575K
3 sales in last 12mo
Units
93
Complex Size
157.8 ac
93 units
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Sparta Area Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Subway
Biggby Coffee
Chalmers Park
Chalmers Park Playground
Beach in Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area
Roguewood Drive Northeast
Dog Park in Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area
Rogue River Launch (A-41-011)
+1 more
Snap Fitness
Kidz Clubhouse
Northstar Cinema
Crime in River Bend 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 River Bend home (around $575,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $102k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,824 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,824/mo | $101,986 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,403/mo | $117,418 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,597/mo | $122,578 |
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
~$863/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,297 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Algoma Sanitary District / private well
Algoma Sanitary District serves water/sewer in pockets (incl. Algoma-Plainfield system); rural on private well.
Algoma Sanitary District / individual septic
Sanitary district + Camp Lake Sewer in serviced areas; rural on septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Algoma Township Fire Department
Serves ~12,143 in 33 sq mi; 2 stations; full-time chief + 3 FT + 28 paid-on-call.
Services for Algoma · Source: algomasd.org
Utility, solar, and service details for River Bend 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(5)
Meijer
Grocery Store
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Family Fare
Grocery Store
+2 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(17)
Chase N Dogs
Restaurant
Hill'S Bbq Llc
Restaurant
Domino's Pizza
Restaurant
Thai Fusion Rockford
Restaurant
+12 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
Meijer Cafe And Thrift Market
Café
Starbucks Coffee Company
Café
Biggby Coffee
Café
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
Bow Tie Tavern
Bar
GR/Sparta Moose Lodge #50
Bar
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar
Bar
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(11)
Goff School
Englishville School (Closed)
Myers School
Post School
White School
+6 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(10)
Merrell Trail
Bike Path
Belmont Ave & Northland Dr Area Trail
Bike Path
Carin Tech
Bike Path
+7 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
📚 Libraries(1)
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
Frequently asked about River Bend
- What do homes cost in River Bend?
- The median home value in River Bend is about $575,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the River Bend housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in River Bend right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve River Bend?
- River Bend is served by Sparta Area Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Sparta Senior High School (9/10).
- Is River Bend walkable?
- River Bend scores 1.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.