Shawmut Hills
Solid value in a growing area
Median $325K·Walkability 6.3/10·Schools 4.1/10
The winding streets here feel more like a retreat than a neighborhood tucked into the northwest corner of Grand Rapids—mature trees everywhere, rolling lots that actually give you space, and homes from the '50s and '60s mixing with newer custom builds in styles like Ranch and Cape Cod. Lake Michigan Drive hosts a small business district with Family Fare, a Honda dealership, and various shops that keep things local and low-key. You're steps from restaurants and coffee, with Tremont Greenspace a two-minute walk away and seven parks within a mile, but the real draw is the quiet: homes here run $200K to $400K, and you get enough land to breathe without feeling stranded—downtown Grand Rapids is about eight minutes away when you need it.
Why people love it here
$325K median
- 13 sales in last 12mo
Very walkable
- Tremont Greenspace: 4 min walk
- 12 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Tremont Greenspace: 4 min walk
- Covell Park: 7 min walk
Explore Shawmut Hills
Same name, different focus — Shawmut Hills is also covered as:
- Shawmut Hills Neighborhood — the neighborhood — homes for sale and what it's like to live there
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Shawmut Hills
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,206/mo
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13 homes sold in Shawmut Hills this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$325K
13 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
219
Median Lot Size
0.18 ac
1207 sq ft – 0.43 ac
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Mr Burger
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Biggby
+1 more
Bestside
+1 more
Tremont Greenspace
+1 more
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
Lake Leota
+1 more
Millennium Park Beach
Sibley Tunnel
Covell Dog Park
Nagold Park Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Bridge/Lake Michigan (WB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
West Leonard Library
+1 more
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Tremont Greenspace
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Based on 17 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 6/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Shawmut Hills 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 Shawmut Hills home (around $325,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $58k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,162 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,162/mo | $57,644 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,489/mo | $66,367 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,598/mo | $69,283 |
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
~$885/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,458 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% 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 Shawmut Hills 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
Family Fare
Grocery Store
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Mr Burger
Restaurant
Big Apple Bagels
Fast Food
B.C. Pizza
Restaurant
Fu Garden
Restaurant
Sandy's Donuts
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
West Side Christian School
Shawmut Hills School
School
Villa Maria School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Covell Dog Park
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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Frequently asked about Shawmut Hills
- What do homes cost in Shawmut Hills?
- The median home value in Shawmut Hills is about $325,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Shawmut Hills housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Shawmut Hills right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Shawmut Hills?
- Shawmut Hills is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Shawmut Hills walkable?
- Shawmut Hills scores 6.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.