South Branch Sub
Room to spread out, great value
Median $585K·Walkability 2.0/10·Schools 6.8/10
South Branch Sub is a 19-acre subdivision where lots average 1.68 acres—so you're actually working with real land, not the standard suburban postage stamp. Homes here run around $1.1M, and you're part of Zeeland Public Schools. The nearest restaurant is about a 12-minute walk, which beats most new developments, and there are six more within a mile if you want options. Four parks sit within walking distance, including Hawthorne Natural Area just nine minutes on foot. Downtown Grand Rapids is roughly 31.6 minutes away, close enough for work or an evening out without feeling like you're commuting from the exurbs. Groceries run about 2.9 miles, and the nearest coffee shop is 2.5 miles—so you're not buried in the country, but you're definitely not in town either. It's that rare middle ground in West Michigan where you get space and land without total isolation.
Why people love it here
1.7 acre avg lots
- 10 homes
$585K median
- 1 recent sale
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in South Branch Sub
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,971/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$585K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
10
Median Lot Size
1.5 ac
1.1 ac – 3.6 ac
Homeowner Rate
100%
Principal residence
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Zeeland Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Subway
+1 more
City on a Hill Café
Public
+1 more
Geerlings Farm Park
+1 more
TimberTown
Savannah Lake
Hawthorne Natural Area Beach
River Trail
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Small Dog Side)
Kenowa Trail
Kollen Park Launch
gym
Perry & Garden View Drive
+1 more
Howard Miller Public Library
Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool
Holland 7 Theater
Crime in South Branch Sub 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced South Branch Sub home (around $585,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $104k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,891 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,891/mo | $103,760 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,480/mo | $119,460 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,677/mo | $124,710 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Zeeland Charter Township
Source: zeelandtwp.org · unconfirmed
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
~$912/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,386 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Zeeland Charter Township / Private well
Township water in developed areas (some served by City of Zeeland/Holland); rural areas on wells.
Zeeland Charter Township / Septic - individual
Limited township sewer (some via City of Zeeland Clean Water Plant); rural areas on septic.
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Regional IOU; inferred (parts may be served by Zeeland BPW).
Confirm by addressSEMCO Energy / Consumers Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressServices for Zeeland · Source: zeelandtwp.org
Utility, solar, and service details for South Branch Sub 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
Hawthorne Natural Area
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Love's Travel Stop
Restaurant
Hardee's
Restaurant
Fast Food
StrEATs Taco Kitchen
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(5)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
MVP Athletic Club, Holland
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+2 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(4)
Dog Park at Van Raalte Farm (Large Dog Side)
Dog Park
Dog Park in Country Corners Estates Area
Dog Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(1)
Kenowa Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool
Childcare Center
Toddlerville
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
Frequently asked about South Branch Sub
- What do homes cost in South Branch Sub?
- The median home value in South Branch Sub is about $585,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the South Branch Sub housing market?
- no homes are listed in South Branch Sub right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve South Branch Sub?
- South Branch Sub is served by Zeeland Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Zeeland East High School (7/10).
- Is South Branch Sub walkable?
- South Branch Sub scores 2.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.