Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area
Surrounded by nature
Median $238K·Walkability 0.9/10·Schools 5.3/10
Out here you're on the rural edge of Tyrone township, where rolling terrain and open space define the landscape—horse properties and multi-acre lots set back from the road are the norm, and you'll see the occasional barn built to handle tractors and boats alongside the homes. Nearest restaurants and grocery shopping are a short drive (3 to 4 miles), so you're not walking to dinner, but downtown Grand Rapids lands just under 30 minutes away, which makes the tradeoff worth it if you want land and quiet without being completely cut off. Kent City Community Schools serve the area, and Ball Creek Park sits about 1.8 miles down the road for when you need a quick outdoor break. The character here is rural and deliberate—think updated ranch homes on spacious lots, DIY projects on acreage, and the kind of place where a detached garage or barn isn't a luxury, it's just part of the setup.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Long Lake within walking distance
- Ball Crek Park: 3 min drive
- Snow Lake: 7 min drive
$238K median
- 10 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,612/mo
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10 homes sold in Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ball Crek Park
1.8 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Long Lake
0.5 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 7/10
School District: Kent City Community Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare Supermarket
El Zapopan Market & Restaurant
+1 more
Sparta Hot Spot LLC
Kent City Lounge
Ball Crek Park
Unnamed playground
Snow Lake
Unnamed beach
North Country National Scenic Trail
Lime Lake Launch
Rite Aid
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
Kent Theater
Crime in Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area 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 Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area home (around $237,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $42k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,580 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,580/mo | $42,125 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,819/mo | $48,499 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,899/mo | $50,630 |
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.
Land for sale
Listings
5 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$20K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$110K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$912/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,379 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area 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.
🍕 Restaurants(18)
Stoney Ridge Vineyards & Winery
Restaurant
El Tulteco
Restaurant
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
El Zapopan Market & Restaurant
Restaurant
Red Rock Grille
Restaurant
+13 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(7)
Kent City Lounge
Bar
The Garden Patch Restaurant
Bar
GR/Sparta Moose Lodge #50
Bar
+4 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(15)
Block School
School
School
+10 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
📚 Libraries(1)
Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center
Frequently asked about Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area
- What do homes cost in Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area?
- The median home value in Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area is about $237,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area right now, and 10 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area?
- Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area is served by Kent City Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kent City High School (7/10).
- Is Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area walkable?
- Sparta Ave & 17 Mile Rd Area scores 0.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
