Stonegate of Byron Center
Strong schools draw families here
Median $563K·Walkability 1.3/10·Schools 8.0/10
Stonegate sits on 80 acres in the Marlo Farms Area, southwest of Grand Rapids, with enough breathing room that you're genuinely in the landscape—open enough to feel spacious, but close enough to downtown (about 17 minutes) that city amenities don't feel distant. The architecture runs traditional, stone and vinyl construction on lots averaging just under a third of an acre, which means you get the feel of a proper neighborhood without everything stacked on top of each other. There's real grocery access here—six stores within two miles—and six restaurants within a mile, so you're not hunting for dinner; a coffee shop is a seven-minute walk, and a restaurant lands even closer. Douglas Walker County Park sits under a mile away, which is the kind of detail that actually matters when you want to step outside without loading the car. Schools fall under Byron Center Public Schools, and while the commute to Gerald R. Ford is about 22 minutes, it's the kind of drive that's manageable, not burdensome. Homes run around $543K, and what you're really getting is scale—80 acres with two parks nearby—without the isolation that usually comes with it.
Why people love it here
Countryside Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.1 mi away
- Byron Center
- 4 rated schools in district
$563K median
- 6 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Stonegate of Byron Center
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,822/mo
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6 homes sold in Stonegate of Byron Center this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 9/10
School District: Byron Center Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$563K
6 sales in last 12mo
Units
156
Complex Size
80.0 ac
156 units
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Russo | Italian Restaurant + Market
Culver's
+1 more
Starbucks
+1 more
Alebird Taphouse and Brewery
+1 more
DOUGLAS WALKER COUNTY PARK
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Providence Lake
Connector to Kent Trails
M-6 Trail
Spectrum Health South Pavilion
Walgreens
Kent District Library - Byron Center Branch
daycare
Celebration Cinema South
Crime in Stonegate of Byron Center 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 Stonegate of Byron Center home (around $562,950) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $100k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,744 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,744/mo | $99,849 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,311/mo | $114,957 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,500/mo | $120,009 |
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
Byron Township
Source: byrontownship.org · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$873/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,369 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
Resident-arranged private hauler
Kent County Sheriff's Office (South Substation)
South Substation serves Gaines/Caledonia/Byron Twps.
Services for Byron · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Stonegate of Byron Center 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
DOUGLAS WALKER COUNTY PARK
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
6
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(16)
Russo | Italian Restaurant + Market
Grocery Store
Family Fare
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
+13 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(17)
Pure Mex Tacos & Tequila Byron Center
Restaurant
Robinson’s Popcorn
Restaurant
Anna's House - Byron Center
Restaurant
5 Lakes Brew Pub
Restaurant
+12 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
Byron Center High School
School
Blain School
Rider School
Byron Center Christian School
Countryside Elementary School
School
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Little Fliers Childcare and Development Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(1)
Kent District Library - Byron Center Branch
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Stonegate of Byron Center
- What do homes cost in Stonegate of Byron Center?
- The median home value in Stonegate of Byron Center is about $562,950. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Stonegate of Byron Center housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Stonegate of Byron Center right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Stonegate of Byron Center?
- Stonegate of Byron Center is served by Byron Center Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Countryside Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Stonegate of Byron Center walkable?
- Stonegate of Byron Center scores 1.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.