Stiles Plat
Highly rated schools nearby
Median $232K·Walkability 5.2/10·Schools 4.6/10
— and what really strikes you is how compact it all feels without being cramped. Stiles Plat sits in the Northeast just outside downtown Grand Rapids, a 10-acre subdivision of homes mostly built in the 1940s and 1960s, where lots average just under a fifth of an acre and you're looking at median values around $236K. The walk to a restaurant is only about 8 minutes, and there are over a hundred within a mile, plus grocery within a 13-minute stroll if you're inclined—though honestly most people just drive the few minutes to Knapp Street for real shopping. Downtown itself is under 8 minutes away, which means you're genuinely close to the city without the noise; Gerald R. Ford Airport runs about 20 minutes north. Hillcrest Park sits less than a mile away, and three parks are within walking distance, so there's always green space nearby. Attend Lighthouse Academy for school options, and the neighborhood association here stays active and engaged. It's the kind of place where you get breathing room and affordability without sacrificing access.
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Why people love it here
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.9 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$232K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Walkable for daily errands
- Unnamed playground: 1 min walk
- 6 places within a 10 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Stiles Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,577/mo
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Based on 19 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$232K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
40
Median Lot Size
0.19 ac
0.16 ac – 0.25 ac
Expected Rent
$1,475/mo
$1,300 – $1,650 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Lai Thai Kitchen
+1 more
Starbucks
Vander Mill Grand Rapids
Ball Perkins Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
West Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Worcester Drive Northeast
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Fitness 19
+1 more
Plymouth/Mason (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
+1 more
Yankee Clipper Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Crime in Stiles 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 Stiles Plat home (around $232,250) at today's 7.40% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $44k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,658 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
Mortgage (principal and interest) $1,287 · Property tax (est.) $290 · Insurance (est.) $81 = $1,658/mo
Assumes 20% down; excludes PMI and HOA fees.
| Down payment | Monthly: mortgage, tax, insurance | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,658/mo | $44,214 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,906/mo | $50,825 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,991/mo | $53,098 |
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
~$881/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,423 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
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 Stiles 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
Hillcrest Park
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Wingstop
Restaurant
Lai Thai Kitchen
Restaurant
Grapevine Wine & Deli
Restaurant
Carlucci's Pizza
Restaurant
New Beginnings Restaurant
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Plymouth Christan School
Hillcrest School
Marywood Academy
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
Reeds Lake Trail Arm North
Bike Path
Belknap Lookout Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(14)
Walgreens Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Grand Valley Pharmacist
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
+11 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
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Frequently asked about Stiles Plat
- What do homes cost in Stiles Plat?
- The median home value in Stiles Plat is about $232,250. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Stiles Plat?
- Stiles Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Stiles Plat walkable?
- Stiles Plat scores 5.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.