Riverside Gardens
Strong schools draw families here
Median $394K·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 4.7/10
Riverside Gardens sits on the east side of Grand Rapids, right in the middle of Creston, where you're about nine minutes from downtown but surrounded by the neighborhood's slower pace. The subdivision spreads across 16 acres with compact lots—around a quarter-acre each—and homes that typically run $354K. You've got 18 restaurants and 30 grocers within a mile or so, plus a transit stop just two minutes on foot if you don't feel like driving. The real draw is how tight everything is: Riverside Park and the Grand River sit close by, there's a coffee shop 1.5 miles out, and the Veterans Nature Trail is practically across the street for a quick walk. Downtown is an easy 8.8-minute drive when you need it, Gerald Ford airport about 24 minutes. It's the kind of spot where you get access without the noise, and enough space to breathe without feeling isolated. Forest Hills Public Schools serves the area.
Why people love it here
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$394K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 7 min walk
- Veterans Nature Trail Trail: 7 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Riverside Gardens
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,675/mo
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5 homes sold in Riverside Gardens this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 14 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$394K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
53
Median Lot Size
0.18 ac
0.16 ac – 0.46 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Veterans Nature Trail
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Plenitful
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Kobold's Kitchen
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Tap
+1 more
Riverside Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Three Mile/Coit (WB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Crime in Riverside Gardens 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 Riverside Gardens home (around $394,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $70k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,621 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,621/mo | $69,883 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,017/mo | $80,457 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,150/mo | $83,993 |
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,331 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% 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 Riverside Gardens 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
Rancho Bonito Supermarket MI
Grocery Store
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Restaurant
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Plenitful
Restaurant
Too Tall's - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats
Restaurant
616 Batter Mix
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
616 Kabob Stop – Authentic Mediterranean Grill & Burgers in Grand Rapids
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(13)
Tap
Bar
Switchback Gear Exchange - Bicycle Shop serving Kava & Beer
Bar
Vinny's bar
Bar
+10 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
School
Wellerwood School
Palmer School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Riverside Gardens
- What do homes cost in Riverside Gardens?
- The median home value in Riverside Gardens is about $394,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Riverside Gardens housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Riverside Gardens right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Riverside Gardens?
- Riverside Gardens is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Riverside Gardens walkable?
- Riverside Gardens scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.