Sandy Creek Plat No. 1
Solid value in a growing area
Median $313K·Walkability 4.9/10·Schools 5.2/10
Folks land here for the straightforward math: nine acres where a median home runs about $139K and you're close enough to grab coffee or dinner without planning an expedition. If you need trees and water, Creekside County Park is a quick drive away, and Reeds Lake isn't far if you're willing to venture a little further.
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Why people love it here
$313K median
- 2 recent sales
13,547 sq ft avg lots
- 22 homes
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Sandy Creek Plat No. 1
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,121/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$313K
2 recent sales
Parcels / Units
22
Median Lot Size
0.29 ac
0.23 ac – 0.55 ac
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,225 – $1,550 · wider-area estimate
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Afghan Halal Supermarket
+1 more
Casey's
+1 more
Tim Hortons
+1 more
Despecho Sports Bar
+1 more
Pinewood Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Eastbrook
+1 more
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
dog_park
East-West Trail
Blue's Gym
Kalamazoo/52nd (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 16 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 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 Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 home (around $312,500) at today's 6.76% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $57k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,123 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,123/mo | $56,618 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,443/mo | $65,153 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,551/mo | $68,032 |
Estimates use a 6.76% 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
~$862/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,290 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Services for Kentwood · Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Pinewood Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Afghan Halal Supermarket
Grocery Store
Persian Nepali International Halal Market
Grocery Store
Everest Marketplace LLC
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Casey's
Restaurant
Tropicala Taste
Restaurant
Fast Food
princess African Cuisine LLc
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
Saint Mary Magdalena School
School
School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(5)
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
East-West Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(1)
📚 Libraries(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(2)
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
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Frequently asked about Sandy Creek Plat No. 1
- What do homes cost in Sandy Creek Plat No. 1?
- The median home value in Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 is about $312,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Sandy Creek Plat No. 1?
- Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Bowen Elementary (7/10).
- Is Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 walkable?
- Sandy Creek Plat No. 1 scores 4.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.