Sterk & Bosma Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $198K·Walkability 5.5/10·Schools 5.1/10
What you'd expect from a 9-acre subdivision in the suburbs is straightforward ranch homes on modest lots—and that's exactly what you get here, except the bones matter more than the brochure promises. Newer mechanicals (furnace, roof, water heater) show up repeatedly in what's moved, corner lots with dual access and fenced yards are common, and the dead-end streets keep through traffic minimal. You're looking at solid brick starters and charming ranches, most with family room additions and recent updates—hardwood or laminate where it counts. The real pull, though, is location: a restaurant is a 4-minute walk, a transit stop the same distance, and you're 14.5 minutes from downtown, 12 minutes from the airport. Three parks sit within a mile, including Summerwood Park at an easy walk, and Kentwood Public Schools feeds the area. It's genuinely convenient in a way that doesn't feel accidental.
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Why people love it here
$198K median
- 2 recent sales
Walkable for daily errands
- Hungry Howie's Pizza: 6 min walk
- 11 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in Sterk & Bosma Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,341/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$198K
2 recent sales
Parcels / Units
35
Median Lot Size
0.19 ac
0.18 ac – 0.32 ac
Expected Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,325 – $1,675 · wider-area estimate
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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+1 more
Hungry Howie's Pizza
+1 more
Bambu Dessert Drinks
+1 more
The Pump House
Summerwood Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Van Singel Lake
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
East-West Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Eastern/52nd (NB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 15 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Sterk & Bosma Plat 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 Sterk & Bosma Plat home (around $197,500) at today's 7.40% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $38k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,410 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
Mortgage (principal and interest) $1,094 · Property tax (est.) $247 · Insurance (est.) $69 = $1,410/mo
Assumes 20% down; excludes PMI and HOA fees.
| Down payment | Monthly: mortgage, tax, insurance | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,410/mo | $37,599 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,621/mo | $43,220 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,693/mo | $45,153 |
Estimates use a 7.40% 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
~$887/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,468 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Services for Kentwood · Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Sterk & Bosma Plat 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
Summerwood Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
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Grocery Store
Everest Marketplace LLC
Grocery Store
Tamu Tamu Supermarket
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(16)
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
Burger King
Fast Food
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
China City
Restaurant
+11 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
Despecho Sports Bar
Bar
The Pump House
Bar
Tommy Brann's Steakhouse & Grille
Bar
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
School
Saint Mary Magdalena School
Kelloggsville School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(6)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
East-West Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(2)
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
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Frequently asked about Sterk & Bosma Plat
- What do homes cost in Sterk & Bosma Plat?
- The median home value in Sterk & Bosma Plat is about $197,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Sterk & Bosma Plat housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Sterk & Bosma Plat right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Sterk & Bosma Plat?
- Sterk & Bosma Plat is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Bowen Elementary (7/10).
- Is Sterk & Bosma Plat walkable?
- Sterk & Bosma Plat scores 5.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.