Shady Lee Plat
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $385K·Walkability 4.1/10·Schools 8.2/10
You've lived in enough places to know what matters: land that doesn't feel cramped, proximity without sacrifice, schools that don't need defending. Shady Lee Plat delivers on all three. Lots average 0.22 acres here—small enough to keep maintenance sane, big enough that you're not reading your neighbor's mail through the window. The subdivision sits in the Belmont Ave & Northland Dr Area, which means downtown Grand Rapids is a straightforward 16 minutes away, but you're not paying for that convenience in traffic noise or density. Homes run around $385K. Rockford Public Schools covers the area. The real charm: fifteen parks within a mile, a grocery store a reasonable walk away, and the Rogue River Mouth Launch just over a mile off if you actually use a boat. Belmont Elementary Playground is an easy walk for anyone keeping score. This is the kind of place where you get room to breathe without having to choose between roots and escape routes.
Why people love it here
Belmont Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.5 mi away
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
Near the water
- Versluis Lake — 1.8 mi
- 71 parks within 1 mile
- Belmont Elementary Playground: 12 min walk
- Grand Isle Lake: 7 min bike
$385K median
- Assessor estimate
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Median home price in Shady Lee Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,614/mo

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Based on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Belmont Elementary Playground
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
71
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Versluis Lake
1.8 mi
Est. Home Value
$385K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
38
Median Lot Size
0.18 ac
0.14 ac – 0.61 ac
Frequently asked about Shady Lee Plat
- What do homes cost in Shady Lee Plat?
- The median home value in Shady Lee Plat is about $385,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Shady Lee Plat?
- Shady Lee Plat is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is North Rockford Middle School (9/10).
- Is Shady Lee Plat walkable?
- Shady Lee Plat scores 4.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.