Tallmadge
Surrounded by nature
17 homes for sale·Median $420K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 5.0/10
Lamont, the village at the heart of this charter township, was founded in 1833 as Steele's Landing—a name that stuck around for decades before locals decided on something grander. Today the township sprawls across 33 square miles of Ottawa County, a deliberate middle ground between Grand Rapids (20 minutes south) and the quieter countryside beyond. You're not quite suburban, not quite rural; residents describe it as "right in the middle," which sounds like a cop-out until you realize it actually works—you get parks, churches, and a fire department without feeling hemmed in. The township office still guards more than a century of historical records that have never been microfilmed, a testament to how long things move here. Homes typically run around $445K, and the median sale price of $299,400 speaks to steady, unglamorous real estate. A grocery store sits six minutes on foot; coffee shops and 252 restaurants within a mile mean you're not driving far for dinner. Aman Park is a four-minute walk away if you need space to breathe. Since 2001, the township has contracted with the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office for enhanced community policing. The West MI Academy of Environmental Science serves the area's schools. It's the kind of place that doesn't reinvent itself or chase trends—it just stays steady, close enough to the city for convenience, distant enough to feel like home.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Fennessy Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Tallmadge Township Park: 6 min drive
- Aman Park Trail: 7 min drive
$96K median household income
- $420K median · 75 sales in last 12mo
Explore Tallmadge
Same name, different focus — Tallmadge is also covered as:
- Tallmadge Community — community details
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Median home price in Tallmadge
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,851/mo
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75 homes sold in Tallmadge this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Aman Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fennessy Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: West MI Academy of Environmental Science
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
ALDI
The Depot Cafe
Main Street Pub
Tallmadge Township Park
Tallmadge Township Park Playground
Stafford Lake
Sand Creek Trail
Aman Park Trail
Deer Creek Park Launch
Family Fitness
North Campus/Ravine Center (NB)
KDL Walker Branch
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
Most of Tallmadge is policed by the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (518 per 100,000 residents) and aggravated assault (146 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.001% of the population, roughly 1 in 100,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 518 |
| Aggravated assault | 146 |
| Burglary | 85 |
| Rape | 52 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 46 |
| Robbery | 5 |
| Arson | 3 |
| Homicide | 1 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Tallmadge alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Tallmadge home (around $419,900) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $67k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,512 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Tallmadge household earns $95,844 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $620,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,512/mo | $66,978 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,934/mo | $78,247 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,076/mo | $82,015 |
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 and median property taxes, 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
6 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$49K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$182K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Tallmadge, 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
~$881/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,429 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Tallmadge Charter Township (partnership with City of Grand Rapids)
Township water in developed areas; rate studies with City of Grand Rapids; rural areas on wells.
Tallmadge Charter Township / Septic - individual
Limited township sewer; much of township on septic.
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
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Utility, solar, and service details for Tallmadge 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.
Median Income
$96K
Home Value (Census)
$299K
🛒 Grocery(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Freddy's
Fast Food
Uccello's
Restaurant
New Beginnings
Restaurant
Fresh Food Company
Restaurant
Peppermill Cafe Standale
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
QDOBA Mexican Eats
Bar
Mug Shots Burgers and Brews
Bar
Mancino's Pizza & Grinders
Bar
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(20)
Sand Creek School
Cummings Elementary School
School
Empire Beauty School
School
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💪 Gyms(3)
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
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Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
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Frequently asked about Tallmadge
- What do homes cost in Tallmadge?
- The median home value in Tallmadge is about $419,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Tallmadge housing market?
- there are 17 homes for sale in Tallmadge right now, and 75 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Tallmadge?
- Tallmadge is served by West MI Academy of Environmental Science. Its highest-rated assigned school is Coopersville Middle School (7/10).
- Is Tallmadge walkable?
- Tallmadge scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
