Smith'S Acres
Surrounded by nature
Median $195K·Walkability 3.2/10·Schools 5.5/10
The moment you turn onto the road out here, you notice the space—wide lots breathing room between homes, driveways that don't feel cramped, backyards that actually stretch. The area sits in genuine country, the kind where you're close enough to reach Grand Rapids in under an hour but far enough that you're not hearing the hum of the city. Most homes are ranch-style, three-bedroom setups with full basements and attached garages, the kind of solid construction that's been here for decades—many owners have wrapped them with recent updates, new roofs and furnaces and windows that actually seal. Crooked Lake sits just half a mile away, and there's a township park even closer if you want a quick green space without the drive. Groceries and essentials are under a mile, which means you're not sacrificing convenience for the quiet. The backyards here are genuinely generous—enough room for storage sheds, enough lawn to stretch out on.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Crooked Lake — 0.8 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Glasby Lake: 15 min walk
- Barry Townhip Park: 8 min bike
DeltonKellogg High School
- High — 0.8 mi away
- Delton Kellogg Schools
- 4 rated schools in district
$195K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Smith'S Acres
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,324/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS Consumer Access
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Barry Townhip Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Crooked Lake
0.8 mi
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 8/10
School District: Delton Kellogg Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
George and Sally's Blue Moon Diner
Barry Townhip Park
+1 more
Playground on Marsh Rd
Glasby Lake
+1 more
North Country Trail
Delton District Library
Crime in Smith'S Acres 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Smith'S Acres home (around $195,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $34k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,291 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,291/mo | $34,423 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,486/mo | $39,636 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,552/mo | $41,375 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Solar potential
~$871/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,351 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Smith'S Acres 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.
Frequently asked about Smith'S Acres
- What do homes cost in Smith'S Acres?
- The median home value in Smith'S Acres is about $195,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Smith'S Acres?
- Smith'S Acres is served by Delton Kellogg Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is DeltonKellogg High School (8/10).
- Is Smith'S Acres walkable?
- Smith'S Acres scores 3.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in Smith'S Acres
Detailed statistics are being computed for this location. Demographics, home values, schools, flood risk, and more will appear here automatically.