The Preserve
Strong schools draw families here
Median $923K·Walkability 2.1/10·Schools 8.5/10
So here's the thing about The Preserve—it sits on 46 acres with lots that average 2 acres each, which means you're actually living on real land instead of just owning a slice of it with your neighbors. It's condo living, but the spacing makes it feel nothing like typical attached units. You've got Forest Hills Public Schools serving the area, and downtown Grand Rapids is only about 13 minutes away when you need it, though you won't feel like you're living in anyone's backyard. The nearest restaurant is roughly a mile out, and there are six grocery stores within 2 miles if you're the type who doesn't want to hunt. Homes here run around $1.3M, and that land footprint is part of why—this isn't dense. Carl Creek Crossings Preserve is a short walk if you want to get outside, and there's a boat launch at Knapp Street Bridge about 2.6 miles down the road if you're into that. The whole setup feels like someone took the "community" part seriously without making everyone feel like they're on top of each other.
Why people love it here
Eastern High School
- High — 2.5 mi away
- Forest Hills
- 3 rated schools in district
$923K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Ada Township Trails: 4 min walk
- Carl Creek Crossings Preserve: 9 min bike
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Median home price in The Preserve
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,266/mo
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Based on 13 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 10/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$923K
Based on 3yr sales
Units
19
Complex Size
46.3 ac
19 units
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Carl Creek Crossings Preserve
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Ada Market
Vitale's of Ada
Brody's Be Cafe
Schnitz Ada Grill
+1 more
Carl Creek Crossings Preserve
Unnamed playground
Paradise Lake
Unnamed beach
Ada Township Trails
Ada - Grand River Launch
Orangetheory Fitness
Walgreens
Amy Van Andel Library (KDL)
+1 more
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in The Preserve 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 The Preserve home (around $923,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $164k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $6,139 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $6,139/mo | $163,710 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $7,068/mo | $188,481 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $7,379/mo | $196,765 |
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.
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
~$874/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,377 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well (municipal water in pockets)
Most properties on private well; limited township/Grand Rapids water in developed areas.
Septic - individual (municipal sewer in pockets)
Rural areas on individual septic; sewer in developed corridors.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Joint enhanced-services agreement with Cascade & Grand Rapids Twps; community policing 616-632-3220.
Services for Ada · Source: adamichigan.org
Utility, solar, and service details for The Preserve 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.
🛒 Grocery(16)
Forest Hills Foods
Grocery Store
Ada Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Ada Market
Grocery Store
+13 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(13)
Vitales Pizza of Ada Inc
Restaurant
Vitale's of Ada
Restaurant
Kamchi
Restaurant
Lalo's Mexican Grill & Bar
Restaurant
Fast Food
+8 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
Brody's Be Cafe
Café
The Pantry of Forest Hills
Café
Starbucks Coffee Company
Café
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
Knapp School
School
Lincoln School
Collins School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(7)
Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
YogaSix
Fitness Center
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Forest View Hospital
Hospital
📚 Libraries(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(2)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about The Preserve
- What do homes cost in The Preserve?
- The median home value in The Preserve is about $923,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve The Preserve?
- The Preserve is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Eastern High School (10/10).
- Is The Preserve walkable?
- The Preserve scores 2.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.