The Preserve of Boulder Creek
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $612K·Walkability 4.2/10·Schools 8.2/10
Early morning here is something special—the light hits the stone and HardiPlank facades just right as the Grand River slides past, and you realize why 119 acres along the water made sense for a place like this. Homes run around $718K, and they're ranch-style with real substance, the kind that sits quietly on its lot rather than announcing itself. Downtown Grand Rapids is about 18 minutes away, which means you're close enough to catch dinner out without the commute feeling like work, and the airport is roughly 27 minutes if you need it. Within a mile you've got 66 restaurants to choose from—a three-minute walk gets you to the nearest one—plus a grocery store nine minutes on foot and a coffee shop eight minutes out, so the daily errands don't require a planning session. Versluis Park is a short walk away, and there are four parks within a mile of the community, with Versluis Lake itself just a third of a mile down the road if you want to be near water. The Northview Public Schools district serves the area, and you're situated in the grand-river-dr-east-beltline-ave-area part of the region. If you've got a boat, the Rogue River Mouth Launch is less than a mile away—real access, not the theoretical kind. It's the kind of place where you can actually live without overthinking every move.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Versluis Lake within walking distance
- 20 parks within 1 mile
- Versluis Park Beach: 8 min bike
- Unnamed beach: 8 min bike
$612K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in The Preserve of Boulder Creek
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,156/mo
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4 homes sold in The Preserve of Boulder Creek this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 6 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 9/10
School District: Northview Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Versluis Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
20
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Versluis Lake
0.2 mi
Median Sale Price
$612K
4 sales in last 12mo
Units
97
Complex Size
118.8 ac
97 units
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Boulder Creek Golf Club & Restaurant
Itsy Bitsy Play Cafe
El Agave Mexican Grill & Bar
Versluis Park
Unnamed playground
Versluis Lake
Versluis Park Beach
Sunflower Ridge Trail
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Rogue River Mouth Launch
+1 more
Snap Fitness
Meijer - Plainfield Township
Walgreens
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
Kidz Clubhouse
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in The Preserve of Boulder Creek 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 of Boulder Creek home (around $612,250) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $109k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,072 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,072/mo | $108,593 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,688/mo | $125,025 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,894/mo | $130,519 |
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.
Homeowners Association
The Preserve of Boulder Creek Condominium Association
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Local Government · area-wide
Plainfield Charter Township
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Solar potential
~$874/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,376 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
Township provides public safety coordinating with sheriff/Major Case Team.
Services for Plainfield · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for The Preserve of Boulder Creek 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(14)
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🍕 Restaurants(14)
Boulder Creek Golf Club & Restaurant
Restaurant
Anna's House - Northland Dr
Restaurant
Thai Fusion Restaurant
Restaurant
Chang Hang & Son LLC
Restaurant
Sahara Bistro | Mediterranean Cuisine
Restaurant
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☕ Coffee(17)
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🍺 Bars(18)
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🏫 Schools(23)
School
Crestwood School
Moffitt Hill School
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💪 Gyms(9)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Leffingwell Ave & 3 Mile Rd
Fitness Center
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🌳 Parks(4)
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🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(5)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Gold Dust Park Trail
Bike Path
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⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(23)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
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👶 Childcare(2)
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Frequently asked about The Preserve of Boulder Creek
- What do homes cost in The Preserve of Boulder Creek?
- The median home value in The Preserve of Boulder Creek is about $612,250. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the The Preserve of Boulder Creek housing market?
- no homes are listed in The Preserve of Boulder Creek right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve The Preserve of Boulder Creek?
- The Preserve of Boulder Creek is served by Northview Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Crestwood Elementary School (9/10).
- Is The Preserve of Boulder Creek walkable?
- The Preserve of Boulder Creek scores 4.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.