The Waterside
Surrounded by nature
Median $1.2M·Walkability 3.6/10·Schools 4.6/10
The moment you pull in, you notice the water. Lake Macatawa sits just a mile away, and the development's design keeps that proximity in mind—wide streets, mature landscaping, and homes that feel intentional rather than crammed. You're looking at roughly half an acre per unit, which means actual space between buildings and room to breathe. A restaurant is literally steps away, with six more within walking distance, plus a grocery store just a mile down the road if you need to stock up.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Lake Macatawa — 1.1 mi
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike path: 1 min walk
- Virginia Park Trail: 1 min walk
$1.2M median
- Based on 3yr sales
Notable nearby
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Median home price in The Waterside
Estimated Monthly Payment
$8,062/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Virginia Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lake Macatawa
1.1 mi
Median Sale Price
$1.2M
Based on 3yr sales
Complex Size
0.48 ac
Expected Rent
$1,325/mo
$1,075 – $1,550 · wider-area estimate
Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 9/10
School District: West Ottawa Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Central Park Market
Repp's Landing
Tulip City Brewstillery
Virginia Park
+1 more
Virginia Park Playground
Goshorn Lake
Macatawa Park Beach
Harrington Avenue
Unnamed bike path
Kollen Park Launch
Myrtle South of South Shore (Central Park Market)
+1 more
Walgreens
Herrick District Library
The Day Center of Evergreen
Sperry's Moviehouse
Crime in The Waterside 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 Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced The Waterside home (around $1,187,500) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $213k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $7,999 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $7,999/mo | $213,298 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $9,206/mo | $245,502 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $9,612/mo | $256,326 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,395 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Park Township (partly served via Holland Charter Township) / private well
Portions served by Holland Charter Twp water; rural areas on wells.
Park Township / Septic - individual
Partial sewer service; remaining areas on septic.
Resident-arranged hauler + township yard-waste sites
Curbside via private haulers; township provides yard-waste recycling locations.
SEMCO Energy / Consumers Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff E-Unit/community policing deputies funded by township millage, in partnership with Holland Twp.
Services for Park Township · Source: parktownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for The Waterside 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(17)
Grocery Store
Down the Hatch Party Store
Grocery Store
Supermercado La Reina
Grocery Store
+14 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Restaurant
Repp's Landing
Restaurant
Restaurant
windmill
Restaurant
Dune Dogz & Treats
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(25)
+20 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Elite Fitness Development
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Douglas Avenue & North River Avenue
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Park Township Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
Childcare Center
Little Kingdom Warriors Academy LLC.
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
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Frequently asked about The Waterside
- What do homes cost in The Waterside?
- The median home value in The Waterside is about $1,187,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve The Waterside?
- The Waterside is served by West Ottawa Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is West (9/10).
- Is The Waterside walkable?
- The Waterside scores 3.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.