Southeast Community
Solid value in a growing area
15 homes for sale·Median $219K·Walkability 5.7/10·Schools 3.9/10
You're a few minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, but the daily rhythm here feels completely different—less hustle, more room to breathe, and way more character in every block. Most of the homes were built in the late 1800s and early 1900s, so you're living in actual history, though newer properties do pop up here and there if you want something different. The neighborhood is split between residential streets and light industrial areas, which honestly just means there's always something happening—some blocks feel residential, others have that authentic working-city vibe. Coffee and groceries are steps away, and with over 600 restaurants within walking distance, you're never hunting for a meal; Arvon Brewing Co. earned a spot on Eater Detroit's best beers list for its kettle sours and hazy IPAs if you want to know what people are actually drinking around here. Happy Cat Cafe is the kind of place where you get coffee and hang out with actual cats, which tells you something about the flavor of the place.
Why people love it here
$219K median
- 86 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Madison/Highland (SB): 2 min walk
- 19 places within a 10 min walk
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 3.3 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Southeast Community
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,487/mo
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86 homes sold in Southeast Community this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Great Giant Supermarket
+1 more
Big 50 & Lil' Jay Bbq
+1 more
Gladys' Grille
Arvon Brewing Co. - GR Taproom
+1 more
Alexander Park
+1 more
Cherry Hill Green Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
+1 more
Grandville Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
+1 more
Madison/Highland (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Madison Square Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Based on 28 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Southeast Community 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 Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Southeast Community home (around $219,100) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $39k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,457 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,457/mo | $38,861 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,678/mo | $44,741 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,752/mo | $46,708 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
3 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$320K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$160K
Median
Who actually lends in Southeast Community, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
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
~$884/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,451 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
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 Southeast Community 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
Alexander Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
55
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Great Giant Supermarket
Grocery Store
The Bere Store
Grocery Store
bp
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(18)
Big 50 & Lil' Jay Bbq
Restaurant
Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken
Restaurant
New China Carry Out (Order Online Available)
Restaurant
Tacos El Chavo
Restaurant
Keke’s Kitchen
Restaurant
+13 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(24)
Arvon Brewing Co. - GR Taproom
Bar
My Place Bar
Bar
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
Bar
+21 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Madison Park School
Grand Rapids High School
School
Our Lady of Sorrows School
South High School
School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Daycare
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Southeast Community
- What do homes cost in Southeast Community?
- The median home value in Southeast Community is about $219,100. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Southeast Community housing market?
- there are 15 homes for sale in Southeast Community right now, and 86 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Southeast Community?
- Southeast Community is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Southeast Community walkable?
- Southeast Community scores 5.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
