Rockford Village South Plat No. One
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $405K·Walkability 4.7/10·Schools 7.5/10
Early evening is when this five-acre plat shows itself best—when the tree-lined streets soften under golden light and the modest lots (averaging about a third of an acre each) feel proportional rather than tight. They're close enough to downtown Grand Rapids that a commute tops out at just under 23 minutes, making this a straightforward choice for people who want suburban space without the long drive. The neighborhood sits within the Rockford Public Schools district and has real walkability baked in: a grocery store five minutes on foot, a dozen restaurants within a mile, and eight parks scattered nearby, including one just a nine-minute walk away. The Rockford-Rogue River boat launch sits about a mile out, which matters if you're the type who likes to have a river handy. What clinches it is the density of actual amenities—30 restaurants within walking distance, six grocery stores within two miles—all without the sprawl feeling of a typical subdivision.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Lake Bella Vista — 1.9 mi
- 40 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 13 min walk
- Richardson-Sowerby Park Beach: 10 min bike
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.3 mi away
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
$405K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Rockford Village South Plat No. One
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,749/mo
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Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
40
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lake Bella Vista
1.9 mi
Recent Sale Price
$405K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
13
Median Lot Size
0.28 ac
0.27 ac – 0.40 ac
Expected Rent
$1,625/mo
$1,325 – $1,925 · wider-area estimate
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
+1 more
Arena's Pizza
+1 more
Starbucks Coffee Company
+1 more
Rogue River Tavern
+1 more
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
North Lake Bella Vista
+1 more
Richardson-Sowerby Park Beach
White Pine Trail
dog_park
Yellow Trail
Rockford - Rogue River Launch
Snap Fitness
Walgreens
Krause Memorial Library
Northstar Cinema
Crime in Rockford Village South Plat No. One 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 Rockford Village South Plat No. One home (around $405,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $73k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,728 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,728/mo | $72,746 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,140/mo | $83,729 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,278/mo | $87,421 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
~$878/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,402 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well (limited municipal water)
Largely rural on private well; utility billing 616-874-6966.
North Kent Sewer Authority (serviced areas); septic rural
Member of North Kent Sewer Authority (PARCC Side Clean Water Plant) with Rockford/Alpine/Courtland/Plainfield; rural on septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Services for Cannon Township · Source: cannontwp.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Rockford Village South Plat No. One 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(7)
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Ric's Food Center
Grocery Store
+4 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
China 1
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's
Fast Food
Fast Food
Arena's Pizza
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(8)
Parkside Elementary
School
Blessed Virgin School
Valley View School
Crestwood School
+3 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Fitness Center
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(4)
Yellow - Extension 2
Bike Path
Yellow Trail
Bike Path
Yellow - Extension 3
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
📚 Libraries(1)
Krause Memorial Library
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Frequently asked about Rockford Village South Plat No. One
- What do homes cost in Rockford Village South Plat No. One?
- The median home value in Rockford Village South Plat No. One is about $405,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Rockford Village South Plat No. One housing market?
- no homes are listed in Rockford Village South Plat No. One right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Rockford Village South Plat No. One?
- Rockford Village South Plat No. One is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Rockford Spanish Immersion (8/10).
- Is Rockford Village South Plat No. One walkable?
- Rockford Village South Plat No. One scores 4.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.