Thornapple Riverside
Strong schools draw families here
Median $385K·Walkability 0.5/10·Schools 6.8/10
Early morning, when mist still clings to the Thornapple River and deer move through the backyards—that's when this stretch shows itself best. Homes sit on generous lots, many with river access and cul-de-sac privacy, the kind of setting where a two-acre property feels like your own corner of the world. It's close enough to Caledonia that the grocery is about 3 miles out, and downtown Grand Rapids is roughly 35 minutes away, but far enough removed that you're living among trees and water views rather than pavement. Recent sales tell the story: three-season rooms overlooking the river, finished basements with natural light, fireplaces for winter evenings. The Thornapple River itself anchors the character here—some homes have docks, others spring-fed streams cutting through their land. Two Rivers Park sits just over a mile away for easier access to trails and green space. It's country-road living without the isolation.
Why people love it here
Lee Elementary School
- Elementary — 3.5 mi away
- Thornapple Kellogg
- 4 rated schools in district
$385K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Thornapple Riverside
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,614/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Thornapple Kellogg School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Little Caesars Pizza Portal
Champs Bar
TWO RIVERS PARK
Calvin G. Hill Park Playground
Barber Lake
+1 more
Fishing Beach
Stimson Road
Middleville Bark Park
Thornapple Trail
Campbell Lake Launch
Gymnastics In Motion
Middleville Village Library
Kids R Angels Childcare Center
Crime in Thornapple Riverside 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Thornapple Riverside home (around $385,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $68k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,549 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,549/mo | $67,963 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,935/mo | $78,255 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,063/mo | $81,690 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Median Price
$89K
Per listing
Solar potential
~$898/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,282 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Thornapple Riverside 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
TWO RIVERS PARK
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
1
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Pizza Hut
Restaurant
Cobblestone Plaza and Banquet Center
Restaurant
Big O Smokehouse
Restaurant
Little Caesars Pizza Portal
Fast Food
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(6)
Saskatoon Golf Club
Bar
Butcher Block Social
Bar
Real Arriero Mexican Bar & Grill
Bar
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(6)
School
School
School
+1 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Gymnastics In Motion
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(3)
🚴 Trails(6)
Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Adventures Learning Center
Childcare Center
Frequently asked about Thornapple Riverside
- What do homes cost in Thornapple Riverside?
- The median home value in Thornapple Riverside is about $385,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Thornapple Riverside?
- Thornapple Riverside is served by Thornapple Kellogg School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lee Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Thornapple Riverside walkable?
- Thornapple Riverside scores 0.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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